Methods of delivering material downhole
US7891424B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 25, 2005 |
| Grant date | Feb 22, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 8, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B27/02
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A package and methods for treating a wellbore using the same. In one embodiment, the method comprises servicing a wellbore in contact with a subterranean formation by placing a material in the wellbore, wherein the material is disposed within a closed container. The material is suitable for use in a wellbore and is capable of plugging a flow pathway. The method further comprises releasing the material from the container. In an embodiment, the material is a swelling agent, which may plug a permeable zone.
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