Wells – Processes – Freeing stuck object – grappling or fishing in well
Reexamination Certificate
2006-03-14
2006-03-14
Bagnell, David (Department: 3672)
Wells
Processes
Freeing stuck object, grappling or fishing in well
C166S178000, C166S237000, C175S296000, C175S298000, C175S418000, C173S001000, C173S093600, C173S100000, C173S200000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07011156
ABSTRACT:
A percussion apparatus and method of using the percussion apparatus. The apparatus may be used for delivering an impact to a tubular string. The apparatus comprises a cylindrical member having an internal bore containing an anvil and a first guide profile. The apparatus further includes a rotor disposed within the internal bore, and wherein the rotor member comprises a body having an outer circumference with a second guide profile thereon, and wherein the rotor contains a radial hammer face. In a first position, the second external guide profile of the rotor will engage with the first guide profile of the cylindrical member so that the radial hammer face can contact the anvil. In a second position, the second guide profile of the rotor will engage with the first guide profile of the cylindrical member so that the radial hammer face is separated from the anvil shoulder. Multiple rotors and multiple stators may be employed. The rotor may be operatively associated with a stator that directs flow into the rotor. The rotor may be comprised of a plurality of inclined blades. The percussion apparatus may be incorporated into a tubular string and used for multiple purposes within a well bore. For instance, a method of cementing a well with the percussion apparatus is disclosed.
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Ashmin LC
Bagnell David
Domingue & Waddell PLC
Gay Jennifer H
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