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Methods for increasing gas production from a subterranean formation

US8302691B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 19, 2007
Grant dateNov 6, 2012
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Expiry dateJan 19, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC09K8/885
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Exemplary embodiments provide methods of treating a subterranean formation to improve gas production therefrom. Exemplary embodiments of the methods comprise introducing a cationic polyorganosiloxane into the subterranean formation, wherein the cationic polyorganosiloxane comprises at least two quaternary ammonium groups.

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