Systems and methods for improved positioning of pads

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2009-02-11

2011-12-06

Rodriguez, Paul (Department: 2123)

Data processing: structural design, modeling, simulation, and em

Simulating nonelectrical device or system

Fluid

C166S245000, C166S250100, C166S381000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08073664

ABSTRACT:
Systems and methods for the automated positioning of pads and orienting of slot templates for the pads. The systems and methods also include automated adjustment of well path plans from a pad to selected well targets.

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