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System and method for creating packers in a wellbore

US7461695B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 31, 2005
Grant dateDec 9, 2008
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Expiry dateMay 25, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B33/12
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A system and method is provided for creating a packer in a wellbore for utilization in a variety of wellbore applications. The packer is created by flowing a slurry of particular matter and liquid to a desired location. At the desired location, the slurry is dehydrated, leaving deposition of the particulate matter to create a packer.

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