Process for enhanced production of heavy oil using microwaves
US8905127B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 7, 2011 |
| Grant date | Dec 9, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 20, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B43/2408
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
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Abstract
A process for utilizing microwaves to heat H2O within a subterranean region wherein the heated H2O contacts heavy oil in the subterranean region to lower the viscosity of the heavy oil and improve production of the heavy oil.
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