Deployment of underground sensors in casing
US8141631B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 21, 2005 |
| Grant date | Mar 27, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 11, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B47/13
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
The present disclosure discloses a subsurface formation fluids monitoring system, and a method thereof, integrated on a casing or tubing sub having an inner and an outer surface and defining an internal cavity. The system also includes a sensor mounted on the outer surface and wireless data communication between an interrogating tool located in the internal cavity and the sensor. The system also able to provide fluid communication between the sensor and fluids of the formation with a tool that can be moved through the well to a number of locations.
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