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Thin-layer spectroelectrochemical cell for use in subterranean formation operations

US9678244B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 20, 2015
Grant dateJun 13, 2017
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Expiry dateFeb 20, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B49/081
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Apparatus, methods, and systems related to a spectroelectrochemical cell apparatus including a cell body that has a first volume, a transparent sample window defined in the cell body, the transparent sample window defining an optical path through the cell body and having a second volume, a working electrode extending through the cell body and into the transparent sample window in the optical path, a counter electrode extending through the cell body, a reference electrode extending through the cell body, a sample inlet extending through the cell body, a solvent inlet extending through the cell body, an electrolyte inlet extending through the cell body, an ionic fluid inlet extending through the cell body, a detection species inlet extending through the cell body, a fluid outlet extending through the cell body, and a fluid mixer located within the cell body.

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