Systems, spacer devices and methods for aligning multi-well modular templates and associated wells
US8939213B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 26, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jan 27, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 9, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B43/017
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Systems, devices, and methods for providing proper spacing and alignment of multi-well modular drilling templates and associated wells are provided. An example embodiment of a system includes a primary well upon which a multi-well modular drilling template is landed, and a second well upon which a specially configured spacer device is landed. The spacer device includes an alignment frame which engages guide arms of the template to force the spacer device into proper axial alignment. The spacer device includes an elongated arm and a guide funnel which provide the proper spacing and proper location for inserting a third well. The third well can be used as the central well for a second multi-well modular drilling template.
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