Well packer having an energized sealing element and associated method
US7234533B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 23, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jun 26, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 10, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B33/1277
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The present invention provides for a seal assembly that maintains a seal under various conditions by providing a source of stored energy that can be used to insure contact forces are maintained.
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