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Electromechanical actuator apparatus and method for down-hole tools

US8684093B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 21, 2011
Grant dateApr 1, 2014
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Expiry dateSep 19, 2031

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B23/00
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

An apparatus and method for the actuation of down-hole tools are provided. The down-hole tool that may be actuated and controlled using the apparatus and method may include a reamer, an adjustable gauge stabilizer, vertical steerable tools, rotary steerable tools, by-pass valves, packers, whipstocks, down hole valves, latch or release mechanisms and/or anchor mechanisms.

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