Wellbore laser operations
US8540026B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 13, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 24, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 13, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB33Y80/00
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Methods may include selecting a slot size of apertures to control sand production including formation fines in fluid from a subterranean zone. The slot size may be selected based on a distribution of sizes of particles in fluid from the subterranean zone. A laser may be used to form apertures with the selected slot size in a casing installed in a wellbore in the subterranean zone. Systems and apparatuses may be configured to perform the above operations.
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