Methods and equipment to improve reliability of pinpoint stimulation operations
US8915297B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 13, 2011 |
| Grant date | Dec 23, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 18, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B33/134
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Apparatuses and methods for improving the reliability of pinpoint stimulation operations is disclosed. A pinpoint stimulation improvement apparatus is disclosed which includes a hold down device, at least one flow reducer coupled to the hold down device, and a jetting tool coupled to the flow reducer. The flow reducer is positioned downstream from the jetting tool. A fluid flowing through the jetting tool passes through the flow reducer and forms a sand plug downstream from the pinpoint stimulation improvement apparatus.
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