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Downhole fluid analysis

US7937223B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 28, 2007
Grant dateMay 3, 2011
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Expiry dateApr 16, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B49/08
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A method that uses downhole fluid analysis in order to selectively collect and retain formation fluid samples in a drilling environment, as well as, control drilling using downhole fluid analysis.

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