Hydraulic connector apparatuses and methods of use with downhole tubulars
US8047278B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 9, 2009 |
| Grant date | Nov 1, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 19, 2029 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B21/106
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A method to connect a lifting assembly to a bore of a downhole tubular includes providing a communication tool to a distal end of the lifting assembly, the communication tool comprising a body assembly, an engagement assembly, a valve assembly and a seal assembly, sealingly engaging a first portion of the seal assembly in the bore of the downhole tubular, selectively permitting fluid to flow between the lifting assembly and the downhole tubular with the valve assembly, and disengaging the first portion of the seal assembly from the bore of the downhole tubular.
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