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Encapsulated microenergetic material

US9562426B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 17, 2013
Grant dateFeb 7, 2017
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Expiry dateJun 15, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF42D1/22
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Providing high energy materials that can be placed in previously created fractures and activating them in place to extend or change an existing fracture system. Also detecting the location of fractures or permeable pathways and a means to assess the extent and efficiency of proppant emplacement.

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