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Packer tool including multiple port configurations

US9422811B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 20, 2013
Grant dateAug 23, 2016
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Expiry dateFeb 19, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B43/12
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A tool is to be used within a wellbore including a wall and extending into a formation with formation fluid. The tool includes a packer expandable against the wellbore wall with ports included within the packer to enable formation fluid to flow into the tool from the formation. The ports are arranged in a first port configuration optimized based upon a first predetermined formation property.

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