Spectral imaging for downhole fluid characterization
US7933018B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 15, 2005 |
| Grant date | Apr 26, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 7, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N21/31
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The present invention contemplates implementation of transitory downhole video imaging and/or spectral imaging for the characterization of formation fluid samples in situ, as well as during flow through production tubing, including subsea flow lines, for permanent and/or long term installations. The present invention contemplates various methods and apparatus that facilitate one-time or ongoing downhole fluid characterization by video analysis in real time. The methods and systems may be particularly well suited to permanent and periodic intervention-based operations.
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