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Downhole backup system and method

US7921921B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 24, 2008
Grant dateApr 12, 2011
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Expiry dateSep 24, 2028

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B33/1216
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A downhole backup system includes, a tubular positionable within a downhole structure such that an annular space exists between the tubular and the downhole structure. The downhole backup system also includes, a plurality of wedges that are radially movably positioned within the annular space, and each of two opposing ends of the plurality of wedges are configured to completely cover the annular space at all possible radial positions of the plurality of wedges.

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