Subterranean fluids and methods of using these fluids in subterranean formations
US7147056B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 12, 2003 |
| Grant date | Dec 12, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 26, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02W30/91
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention provides subterranean fluids comprising a hydraulic cement in an invert emulsion, and methods of using such fluids in subterranean well cementing operations. The fluids comprise a hydraulic cement and an invert emulsion of oil, water, and a surfactant. Optionally, other ingredients may be included in the fluids.
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