Wells – Processes – Assembling well part
Reexamination Certificate
2005-12-20
2005-12-20
Tsay, Frank S. (Department: 3672)
Wells
Processes
Assembling well part
C166S208000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06976539
ABSTRACT:
A method of installing a liner in a drilled bore below a section of bore previously lined with casing comprises the steps of: running a length of liner into the bore such that at least an upper end of the liner is positioned in overlapping relation with at least a lower end of the casing; and plastically deforming a portion of the liner such that an external face of the portion forms an interference fit with an internal face of a portion of the casing. The interference fit preferably provides both hanging support for the liner and a fluid-tight seal between the liner and casing.
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