Down-hole actuation device storage apparatus and method for launching
US8256514B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 23, 2009 |
| Grant date | Sep 4, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 23, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B33/068
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An apparatus for holding and launching down-hole actuation devices that has a body, a bottom end, a top end and a long bore between the ends. Moveable and protruding into the long bore are retainers upon which down-hole actuation devices may rest. Retainers are moved by a lockable hydraulic drive system. Additionally, a method for loading the apparatus with down-hole actuation devices and for launching said devices into a well bore is provided.
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