Erosion tracer and monitoring system and methodology
US9422793B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 17, 2011 |
| Grant date | Aug 23, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 27, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B47/111
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A technique provides a system and methodology for detecting and monitoring erosion in various environments, including downhole environments. A tracer element is located in a component such that sufficient erosion of the component due to fluid flow exposes the tracer element. A monitoring system is disposed for cooperation with the tracer element such that exposure of the tracer element is detected by the monitoring system. The monitoring system outputs appropriate data indicative of the erosion to enable adjustments to the fluid flow.
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