Downhole tubular connector
US8316930B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 9, 2010 |
| Grant date | Nov 27, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 28, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B21/01
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A hydraulic connector to provide a fluidic connection between a fluid supply and a downhole tubular, the connector comprising: a body; an engagement assembly comprising an extendable portion selectively extendable from the body, the engagement assembly being configured to extend and retract a seal assembly disposed at a distal end of the extendable portion into and from a proximal end of the downhole tubular; and a valve assembly operable between an open position and a closed position, the valve assembly being configured to: allow a fluid to communicate between the fluid supply and the downhole tubular through the seal assembly when in the open position; and prevent fluid communication between the fluid supply and the downhole tubular when in the closed position.
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