Location and stimulation methods and apparatuses utilizing downhole tools
US9689247B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 25, 2015 |
| Grant date | Jun 27, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 27, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01V3/00
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A propellant tool for use in a hydrocarbon bearing formation. The tool includes a tubular body having a connector on each end for connection with other tubular members within a tubular string. A coded marker is positioned on the tubular body and a propellant chamber is positioned on an outside surface of the tubular body. A propellant ignition mechanism positioned on the tubular body for igniting the propellant in the propellant chamber.
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