Method for strengthening a subterranean formation

Details Method for strengthening a subterranean formation Method for strengthening a subterranean formation

1998-06-10

2000-11-28

Neuder, William

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Distinct, separate injection and producing wells

166270, 166294, E21B 3313

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061522341

ABSTRACT:
A method for strengthening a subterranean formation by injecting an aqueous gellable composition containing a cross-inkable polymer into the subterranean formation through a wellbore to increase the strength of the subterranean formation while retaining the ability of the subterranean formation to produce fluids.

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