公开(公告)号：US08534099B2

公开(公告)日：2013-09-17

申请号：US12803585

申请日：2010-07-01

Applicant: Thomas J. Wheeler ,  William Chung-Sum Chow

Inventor： Thomas J. Wheeler ,  William Chung-Sum Chow

IPC: E05B65/08 ,  E05C1/04

CPC classification number: E05B63/0013 ,  E05B9/084 ,  E05B15/102 ,  E05B17/0012 ,  E05B17/007 ,  E05B17/2084 ,  E05B63/0056 ,  E05C9/042 ,  E05C9/047 ,  E05C9/20 ,  E05C9/22 ,  Y10T70/5155 ,  Y10T70/5195 ,  Y10T70/5226 ,  Y10T70/523 ,  Y10T70/8541 ,  Y10T292/0834 ,  Y10T292/0846 ,  Y10T292/1059 ,  Y10T292/108

Abstract: In a lock drive train, the combination includes a pivoted lock bolt to be carried by a door, a casing, a rotary cylinder operatively rotatable during door opening or closing, a rack driven endwise in response to cylinder rotation, a gear rotatable by the driven rack, a pivoted lock dog driven by the gear, a bolt release lever, pivotable by the gear, between angular positions in which it is retained by the lock dog, the angular positions corresponding to extended and retracted positions of the bolt.

Abstract translation: 在锁传动系中，该组合包括一个由门承载的枢轴锁定螺栓，一个壳体，一个在门打开或关闭期间可操作地旋转的旋转圆柱体，一个响应于气缸旋转的端面驱动的齿条， 机架，由齿轮驱动的枢转锁定爪，可由齿轮枢转的螺栓释放杆，在其被锁定爪保持的角位置之间，对应于螺栓的伸出和缩回位置的角位置。

公开(公告)号：US08387690B2

公开(公告)日：2013-03-05

申请号：US12873965

申请日：2010-09-01

Applicant: Wendell P. Menard ,  Thomas J. Wheeler ,  Wayne R. Dreher, Jr.

Inventor： Wendell P. Menard ,  Thomas J. Wheeler ,  Wayne R. Dreher, Jr.

IPC: E21B43/243 ,  E21B43/02

CPC classification number: E21B43/243

Abstract: An underground reservoir is provided comprising an injection well and a production well. The production well has a horizontal section oriented generally perpendicularly to a generally linear and laterally extending, upright combustion front propagated from the injection well. The method relates to controlling location of inflow into a production well during in situ combustion. The horizontal section of the production well includes blocking agents to prevent well failure.

Abstract translation: 提供包括注入井和生产井的地下储层。 生产井具有一个垂直于垂直于从喷射井传播的大致线性和横向延伸的直立燃烧前沿的水平截面。 该方法涉及在现场燃烧期间控制流入生产井的位置。 生产井的水平部分包括阻挡剂以防止井失效。

公开(公告)号：US20120312534A1

公开(公告)日：2012-12-13

申请号：US13471928

申请日：2012-05-15

Applicant: Tawfik N. Nasr ,  Thomas J. Wheeler

Inventor： Tawfik N. Nasr ,  Thomas J. Wheeler

IPC: E21B43/24

CPC classification number: E21B43/2408 ,  E21B43/12 ,  E21B43/168

Abstract: Methods are provided for enhancing hydrocarbon recovery through gas production control for noncondensable gases in SAGD or ES-SAGD operations. Steam may be injected into one or more injection wells to heat the hydrocarbons and reduce their viscosity to more easily produce the hydrocarbons. A noncondensable gas may be injected into the injection wells to beneficially reduce the steam-to-oil ratio, improving economic recovery. Unfortunately, excessive production of noncondensable gases can adversely suppress hydrocarbon production rates. To counteract this problem, gas production rates at the production wells may be controlled to optimize hydrocarbon output by limiting the produced gas-to-water ratio to certain limited ranges. The noncondensable gas may optionally comprise a combustion gas such as flue gas. By providing a useful application of existing combustion gases, green house gases emissions may be reduced. Advantages include higher efficiencies, lower costs, reduced hydrocarbon extraction time, and in some embodiments, reduced greenhouse gas emissions.

Abstract translation: 提供了用于通过SAGD或ES-SAGD操作中不凝性气体的气体生产控制来提高烃回收的方法。 可以将蒸汽注入一个或多个注入井中以加热烃并降低其粘度以更容易地产生烃。 可以将不凝气体注入注入井中，以有利地降低蒸汽与油比，改善经济恢复。 不幸的是，过量的不凝气体的产生可以不利地抑制碳氢化合物生产速率。 为了解决这个问题，可以控制生产井的天然气生产率，以通过将产生的气 - 水比限制在某些有限的范围来优化碳氢化合物输出。 不可冷凝气体可以任选地包括诸如烟道气的燃烧气体。 通过提供现有燃烧气体的有用应用，可以降低温室气体排放。 优点包括提高效率，降低成本，减少碳氢化合物提取时间，在某些实施方案中减少温室气体排放。

公开(公告)号：US20120061080A1

公开(公告)日：2012-03-15

申请号：US13232451

申请日：2011-09-14

Applicant: Daniel R. Sultenfuss ,  Wayne R. Dreher, JR. ,  Thomas J. Wheeler ,  Francis E. Parsche ,  Mark A. Trautman

Inventor： Daniel R. Sultenfuss ,  Wayne R. Dreher, JR. ,  Thomas J. Wheeler ,  Francis E. Parsche ,  Mark A. Trautman

IPC: E21B43/24

CPC classification number: E21B43/30 ,  E21B43/2401 ,  E21B43/2406 ,  E21B43/2408

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for accelerating start-up for SAGD-type operation by providing radio frequency heating devices inside the lateral wells that can re-heat the injected steam after losing heat energy during the initial injection. The method also extends the lateral wells such that the drilling of vertical wells can be reduced to save capital expenses.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供一种用于通过在侧向井内设置射频加热装置来加速SAGD型操作的启动的方法，其能够在初始注入期间在损失热能之后再次加热注入的蒸汽。 该方法还扩展了侧井，从而可以减少垂直钻井的钻探，以节省资本费用。

公开(公告)号：US20110259586A1

公开(公告)日：2011-10-27

申请号：US13091737

申请日：2011-04-21

Applicant: Edward G. Latimer ,  James P. Seaba ,  Thomas J. Wheeler ,  David C. LaMont

Inventor： Edward G. Latimer ,  James P. Seaba ,  Thomas J. Wheeler ,  David C. LaMont

IPC: E21B43/16

CPC classification number: E21B43/40 ,  E21B43/16 ,  E21B43/24

Abstract: The present method produces treated water from a direct steam generator. The method begins by injecting water into a direct steam generator. The injected water is then vaporized with the direct steam generator to produce steam and an effluent stream. The combustible water impurities in the water are then combusted inside a chamber in the direct steam generator and the solid particles are removed from the effluent stream to produce a treated stream.

Abstract translation: 本方法从直接蒸汽发生器产生处理过的水。 该方法开始于将水注入直接蒸汽发生器。 注入的水然后用直接蒸汽发生器蒸发以产生蒸汽和流出物流。 然后将水中的可燃水杂质在直接蒸汽发生器的室内燃烧，并将固体颗粒从流出物流中除去以产生经处理的流。

公开(公告)号：US20110253368A1

公开(公告)日：2011-10-20

申请号：US13154864

申请日：2011-06-07

Applicant: Dwijen K. Banerjee ,  John L. Stalder ,  Daniel R. Sultenfuss ,  Wayne Reid Dreher, JR. ,  Thomas J. Wheeler

Inventor： Dwijen K. Banerjee ,  John L. Stalder ,  Daniel R. Sultenfuss ,  Wayne Reid Dreher, JR. ,  Thomas J. Wheeler

IPC: E21B43/24

CPC classification number: E21B43/2406 ,  E21B43/2408

Abstract: A process for utilizing microwaves to heat solvent within a subterranean region wherein the heated solvent, vapor, contacts heavy oil in the subterranean region to lower the viscosity of the heavy oil and improve production of the heavy oil.

Abstract translation: 一种利用微波在地下区域内加热溶剂的方法，其中加热的溶剂，蒸汽接触地下区域中的重油，以降低重油的粘度并改善重油的生产。

公开(公告)号：US20100230097A1

公开(公告)日：2010-09-16

申请号：US12721301

申请日：2010-03-10

Applicant: James P. Seaba ,  Thomas J. Wheeler ,  David C. LaMont ,  Edward G. Latimer

Inventor： James P. Seaba ,  Thomas J. Wheeler ,  David C. LaMont ,  Edward G. Latimer

IPC: E21B43/24 ,  E21B36/00

CPC classification number: E21B43/2406 ,  E21B43/164

Abstract: Methods and apparatus relate to producing hydrocarbons. Injecting a fluid mixture of steam and carbon dioxide into a hydrocarbon bearing formation facilitates recovery of the hydrocarbons. Further, limiting amounts of non-condensable gases in the mixture may promote dissolving of the carbon dioxide into the hydrocarbons upon contact of the mixture with the hydrocarbons.

Abstract translation: 方法和装置涉及生产碳氢化合物。 将蒸汽和二氧化碳的流体混合物注入含烃地层有助于烃的回收。 此外，混合物中不可冷凝气体的极限量可以促进混合物与烃接触时二氧化碳溶解在烃中。

公开(公告)号：US07516704B2

公开(公告)日：2009-04-14

申请号：US11034269

申请日：2005-01-12

Applicant: Gregory Scott Snider ,  Robert H. Gifford ,  Thomas J. Wheeler ,  Alfred H. Judge ,  Christopher J. Murray ,  Mark Lawrence ,  Marcus W. Bosch ,  Jason Busschaert ,  Robert David Watters ,  Aldo Faustino Balatti ,  Michael Georges Sirois ,  Cliff Dean Read ,  Steven Canova

Inventor： Gregory Scott Snider ,  Robert H. Gifford ,  Thomas J. Wheeler ,  Alfred H. Judge ,  Christopher J. Murray ,  Mark Lawrence ,  Marcus W. Bosch ,  Jason Busschaert ,  Robert David Watters ,  Aldo Faustino Balatti ,  Michael Georges Sirois ,  Cliff Dean Read ,  Steven Canova

IPC: A47B3/00

CPC classification number: B44D3/126 ,  B25H1/04 ,  B44D3/125

Abstract: A portable paint station that includes a work table and a pair of legs that are positionable in a retracted position and an extended position. In one form, the paint station provides a work surface that may be selectively positioned at two distinct heights. In another form, the paint station provides a work surface with a roller tray recess that may be selectively covered to resist the formation of a skin on paint that is located in the recess. In a further form, the paint station provides a work table with a pair of legs. At least one set of the legs has a handle aperture that may be employed to hand carry the paint station on its side. In yet another form, the paint station includes a roller tray assembly that facilitates the short-term storage of a paint roller that is loaded with paint.

Abstract translation: 一种便携式涂漆台，其包括工作台和一对可定位在缩回位置和延伸位置的支脚。 在一种形式中，油漆站提供可以选择性地定位在两个不同高度的工作表面。 在另一种形式中，涂漆台为工作表面提供可以选择性地覆盖的辊托盘凹口，以抵抗位于凹槽中的涂料上的皮肤的形成。 在另一种形式中，油漆站提供具有一对腿的工作台。 至少一组腿部具有手柄孔口，该手柄孔口可用于在其侧面上携带涂漆站。 在另一种形式中，油漆站包括有助于短时间储存装有油漆的油漆滚筒的滚筒托盘组件。

公开(公告)号：US07059057B2

公开(公告)日：2006-06-13

申请号：US10689012

申请日：2003-10-20

Applicant: James R. Raskin ,  Jeffrey A. Cooper ,  James D. Marshall ,  Oleksiy P. Sergyeyenko ,  Thomas J. Wheeler

Inventor： James R. Raskin ,  Jeffrey A. Cooper ,  James D. Marshall ,  Oleksiy P. Sergyeyenko ,  Thomas J. Wheeler

IPC: G01C15/00

CPC classification number: G01C15/004 ,  G01C15/008 ,  Y10S33/21

Abstract: A laser level disposable on a reference surface includes a housing, a pendulum pivotably connected to the housing, a first laser diode disposed on the pendulum for emitting a first laser beam along a first path, and a lens disposed on the pendulum in the first path for converting the first laser beam into a first planar beam, the first planar beam forming a line on the reference surface.

公开(公告)号：US06662698B2

公开(公告)日：2003-12-16

申请号：US10038267

申请日：2002-01-02

Applicant: Thomas J. Wheeler ,  Nicholas E. Achterberg ,  Thomas M. Gaffney

Inventor： Thomas J. Wheeler ,  Nicholas E. Achterberg ,  Thomas M. Gaffney

IPC: B27B1902

CPC classification number: B23D51/10 ,  Y10T83/9473 ,  Y10T83/9481

Abstract: A saw blade retaining apparatus is provided for selectively retaining one in a series of saw blades having unique thicknesses. The retaining apparatus includes a rocker arm supported by a pair of lateral walls. The rocker arm includes a contoured contact surface which cooperates with a contoured stop segment extending between the lateral walls to securely retain one of a series of saw blades having unique thicknesses.