Method for stimulation of subterranean formations

Details Method for stimulation of subterranean formations Method for stimulation of subterranean formations

1995-06-23

1996-11-19

Suchfield, George A.

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Processes

Specific propping feature

166308, 507924, E21B 43267

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055753353

ABSTRACT:
The invention discloses a method of effecting fracturing in a subterranean formation utilizing substantially constant density fluids whereby proppant segregation is minimized or eliminated within the formation. Fluid density is adjusted by varying the salt content or addition of a gas or gasifiable liquid or both as proppant is added to the treatment fluid.

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