Wells – Processes
Reexamination Certificate
2005-12-16
2009-10-20
Thompson, Kenneth (Department: 3672)
Wells
Processes
C166S105000, C524S847000, C977S902000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07604049
ABSTRACT:
Oilfield elements and assemblies are described comprising a polymeric matrix formed into an oilfield element, and a plurality of expanded graphitic nanoflakes and/or nanoplatelets dispersed in the polymeric matrix. Methods of using the oilfield elements and assemblies including same in oilfield operations are also described.
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Manke Gregory H.
Vaidya Nitin Y.
Kurka James L.
McGoff Kevin Brayton
Osha & Liang LLP
Schlumberger Technology Corporation
Thompson Kenneth
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