Method and apparatus to deliver energy in a well system
US8047285B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 16, 2007 |
| Grant date | Nov 1, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 17, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B43/124
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The subject matter relates to an apparatus for insertion of a conduit into a well system bore to introduce a reactant fluid over a subterranean catalyst to initiate decomposition of the reactant fluid which resultant energy release may be utilized to perform work or perform heating of the subterranean environment. The energy released from the catalytic reaction and subsequent combustion of fuels may also be used for cutting, welding, powering pumps, compressors, turbines, generators, or to heat well system fluids, pipes, subterranean reservoir fluids, subterranean solids, and completion devices in the well system.
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