Labyrinth Packer Lowers the Costs for Steam Injection Wells: Theoretical and Experimental Results

Teodoriu, C. and Falcone, G. (2008) Labyrinth Packer Lowers the Costs for Steam Injection Wells: Theoretical and Experimental Results. In: 16th SPE/DOE Improved Oil Recovery Symposium 2008 - "IOR: Now More Than Ever.", Tulsa, OK., United States, 19-23 Apr 2008, ISBN 9781605601656

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Abstract

This paper describes a low-cost completion technique that uses conventional tubing and replaces the expensive thermal packer with a new low-cost design. The new design allows free tubing expansion and protects casing through continuous gas circulation in the annulus. It also makes possible simultaneous injection of combustion gases from steam generators, when conventional systems are used, or small amounts of nitrogen, when the generators are not available.

Item Type:Conference Proceedings
Additional Information:Proceedings - SPE Symposium on Improved Oil Recovery, volume 1, 2008, pages 96-99.
Status:Published
Refereed:Yes
Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID:Falcone, Professor Gioia
Authors: Teodoriu, C., and Falcone, G.
College/School:College of Science and Engineering > School of Engineering > Systems Power and Energy
ISBN:9781605601656

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