Oilfield elements having controlled solubility and methods of use
US8231947B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 30, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jul 31, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 20, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/13
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Oilfield elements are described, one embodiment comprising a combination of a normally insoluble metal with an element selected from a second metal, a semi-metallic material, and non-metallic materials; and one or more solubility-modified high strength and/or high-toughness polymeric materials selected from polyamides, polyethers, and liquid crystal polymers. Methods of using the oilfield elements in oilfield operations are also described. This abstract allows a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the disclosure. It will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.
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