Polymeric composites, oilfield elements comprising same, and methods of using same in oilfield applications
US7604049B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 16, 2005 |
| Grant date | Oct 20, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 31, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S977/902
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Oilfield elements and assemblies are described comprising a polymeric matrix formed into an oilfield element, and a plurality of expanded graphitic nanoflakes and/or nanoplatelets dispersed in the polymeric matrix. Methods of using the oilfield elements and assemblies including same in oilfield operations are also described.
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