Wells – Processes – With indicating – testing – measuring or locating
Reexamination Certificate
2006-01-03
2006-01-03
Gay, Jennifer H (Department: 3672)
Wells
Processes
With indicating, testing, measuring or locating
C166S308200, C073S152390, C702S011000, C703S010000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06981549
ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to methods of designing a hydraulic fracturing treatment in a subterranean reservoir and methods of treatment. Methods of the invention include quantifying reservoir parameters such as bottomhole temperature and formation permeability, then assessing the temporary variation in temperature of the formation due to the injection of calibration and/or clean up fluids. Treatment fluids are then design based upon the temporary temperature. The fluids are then pumped to treat the reservoir.
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Balkrishna Gadiyar
Morales Hugo
Cata David
Curington Tim
Gay Jennifer H
Nava Robin
Schlumberger Technology Corporation
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