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Openhole perforating

US7451819B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 22, 2005
Grant dateNov 18, 2008
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Expiry dateMar 31, 2026

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B21/085
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

An underbalanced perforating system is disclosed for use in openhole completions to maximize the wellbore and matrix cleanup efficiency, to connect natural fracture patterns, and/or to enable application of new drilling fluid technology in difficult subsurface environments. The perforating system can be used for any hydrocarbon bearing formations with any lithology.

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