Apparatus and methods for recovery of hydrocarbons
US9540916B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 12, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jan 10, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 12, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B43/243
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Embodiments of the invention described herein relate to methods and apparatus for recovery of viscous hydrocarbons from subterranean reservoirs. In one embodiment, a completion string for an enhanced oil recovery system is provided. The completion string includes an umbilical device having a plurality of conduits disposed therein, a downhole steam generator coupled to the umbilical device by a connect/disconnect device, and a conduit extending from the downhole steam generator through a packer.
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