Swelling packer element with enhanced sealing force

Details Swelling packer element with enhanced sealing force Swelling packer element with enhanced sealing force

2006-07-26

2009-06-30

Neuder, William P (Department: 3672)

Wells

Packers or plugs

Reexamination Certificate

active

07552768

ABSTRACT:
A packer that uses an element that swells to the set position is disclosed having a device that boosts the set force of the swollen element against the borehole. The force is axially applied at one end or two and preferably comprises a cone driven by a stored or applied force such that the cone is driven between the element and the mandrel that supports the element. Initiation of the boost force can be varied in its timing and the power behind the cone can come from a variety of sources such as a spring, hydrostatic pressure, or applied forces, to name a few. The movement of the cone is locked to prevent reversal of its motion when the packer is set. The swelling enhances the engagement of the element to the cone to minimize relative movement between them.

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