Earth boring – well treating – and oil field chemistry – Earth boring – Contains organic component
Patent
1991-01-15
1993-03-30
Geist, Gary L.
Earth boring, well treating, and oil field chemistry
Earth boring
Contains organic component
507139, C09K 702
Patent
active
051984156
ABSTRACT:
A nontoxic, nonchloride, water-base drilling fluid which stabilizes water sensitive shales is disclosed. This drilling fluid is comprised of the potassium or ammonium salt of an organic acid in combination with a polar organic liquid, so as to reduce shale swelling with mineral adverse impact on the environment.
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Exxon Production Research Company
Geist Gary L.
McLean Susan A.
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