Formation evaluation system and method
US8047286B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 19, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 1, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 19, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B49/10
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A downhole tool comprising a probe, wherein the probe comprises: a first inlet having an elongated cross-sectional shape, and a second inlet surrounding the first inlet. The downhole tool further comprises at least one pump configured to draw fluid from a subterranean formation through the first and second inlets.
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