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Stackable multi-barrier system and method

US8813855B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 7, 2010
Grant dateAug 26, 2014
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Expiry dateMar 27, 2032

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B34/06
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A multi-barrier system includes a first valve in fluid communication with a lower completion, and a second valve in fluid communication with the lower completion. The first valve and the second valve are positioned proximate an uphole extent of the lower completion, and a packer located proximate the first valve and the second valve is closable in response to retrieving an upper completion.

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