Formation evaluation system and method

Details Formation evaluation system and method Formation evaluation system and method

2008-12-19

2011-11-01

Gay, Jennifer H (Department: 3676)

Wells

Processes

Sampling well fluid

C166S100000, C073S152170, C073S152260

Reexamination Certificate

active

08047286

ABSTRACT:
A downhole tool comprising a probe, wherein the probe comprises: a first inlet having an elongated cross-sectional shape, and a second inlet surrounding the first inlet. The downhole tool further comprises at least one pump configured to draw fluid from a subterranean formation through the first and second inlets.

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