公开(公告)号：US08336622B2

公开(公告)日：2012-12-25

申请号：US13107178

申请日：2011-05-13

Applicant: Steven G. Villareal ,  Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Michael J. Stucker ,  Khanh Duong

Inventor： Steven G. Villareal ,  Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Michael J. Stucker ,  Khanh Duong

IPC: E21B49/08

CPC classification number: E21B49/081 ,  E21B17/16 ,  E21B49/00

Abstract: An apparatus comprising a fluid communication device configured to extend from a drill string and establish fluid communication with a subterranean formation penetrated by a wellbore in which the drill string is positioned, wherein the drill string comprises a passage configured to conduct drilling mud and an opening extending through an outer surface thereof and into a cavity. A sample chamber is coupled within the cavity and is in selectable fluid communication with the formation via the fluid communication device.

Abstract translation: 一种装置，包括流体连通装置，该流体连通装置构造成从钻柱延伸并建立与由钻柱定位的井筒穿透的地下地层的流体连通，其中钻柱包括构造成进行钻井泥浆的通道和开口延伸的开口 通过其外表面并进入空腔。 样品室耦合在空腔内并经由流体通信装置与地层可选择性地流体连通。

公开(公告)号：US20120166089A1

公开(公告)日：2012-06-28

申请号：US13252899

申请日：2011-10-04

Applicant: Sylvain Ramshaw ,  Julian J. Pop ,  Peter Swinburne ,  Kai Hsu ,  Steven G. Villareal

Inventor： Sylvain Ramshaw ,  Julian J. Pop ,  Peter Swinburne ,  Kai Hsu ,  Steven G. Villareal

IPC: E21B47/12

CPC classification number: E21B49/08 ,  E21B44/00 ,  E21B47/00 ,  E21B47/12

Abstract: Job monitoring methods and apparatus for logging-while-drilling equipment are disclosed. A disclosed example method includes obtaining a fluid associated with an underground geological formation, analyzing the fluid with one or more sensors to form respective ones of sensor outputs, identifying a downhole scenario associated with the fluid based on the sensor outputs, the identifying being performed while the sensors are within the underground geological formation, and selecting a telemetry frame type based on the identified downhole scenario.

Abstract translation: 披露了采伐钻井设备的作业监控方法和装置。 所公开的示例性方法包括获得与地下地质层相关联的流体，用一个或多个传感器分析流体以形成相应的传感器输出，基于传感器输出识别与流体相关联的井下情景， 传感器位于地下地质层内，并根据识别的井下情景选择遥测框架类型。

公开(公告)号：US08056625B2

公开(公告)日：2011-11-15

申请号：US12496950

申请日：2009-07-02

Applicant: Steven G. Villareal ,  Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Michael J. Stucker ,  Khanh Duong

Inventor： Steven G. Villareal ,  Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Michael J. Stucker ,  Khanh Duong

IPC: E21B49/08

CPC classification number: E21B49/081 ,  E21B17/16 ,  E21B49/00

Abstract: An apparatus comprising a fluid communication device configured to extend from a drill string and establish fluid communication with a subterranean formation penetrated by a wellbore in which the drill string is positioned, wherein the drill string comprises a passage configured to conduct drilling mud and an opening extending through an outer surface thereof and into a cavity. A sample chamber is coupled within the cavity and is in selectable fluid communication with the formation via the fluid communication device.

Abstract translation: 一种装置，包括流体连通装置，该流体连通装置构造成从钻柱延伸并建立与由钻柱定位的井眼穿透的地下地层的流体连通，其中钻柱包括构造成进行钻井泥浆的通道和开口延伸 通过其外表面并进入空腔。 样品室耦合在空腔内并经由流体通信装置与地层可选择性地流体连通。

公开(公告)号：US20110276187A1

公开(公告)日：2011-11-10

申请号：US13185609

申请日：2011-07-19

Applicant: Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Steven G. Villareal ,  Albert Hoefel ,  Peter Swinburner ,  Michael J. Stucker ,  Jean-Marc Follini

Inventor： Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Steven G. Villareal ,  Albert Hoefel ,  Peter Swinburner ,  Michael J. Stucker ,  Jean-Marc Follini

IPC: G05D7/06

CPC classification number: E21B49/10

Abstract: A downhole formation fluid pumping and a sampling apparatus are disclosed that may form part of a formation evaluation while drilling tool or part of a tool pipe string. The operation of the pump is optimized based upon parameters generated from formation pressure test data as well as tool system data thereby ensuring optimum performance of the pump at higher speeds and with greater dependability. New pump designs for fluid sampling apparatuses for use in MWD systems are also disclosed.

Abstract translation: 公开了井下地层流体泵送和采样装置，其可以在钻具或工具管柱的一部分时形成地层评估的一部分。 基于从地层压力测试数据和工具系统数据生成的参数优化泵的操作，从而确保泵在更高速度下具有最佳性能并具有更高的可靠性。 还公开了用于MWD系统的用于流体取样装置的新泵设计。

公开(公告)号：US20100170717A1

公开(公告)日：2010-07-08

申请号：US12496950

申请日：2009-07-02

Applicant: STEVEN G. VILLAREAL ,  Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Michael J. Stucker ,  Khanh Duong

Inventor： STEVEN G. VILLAREAL ,  Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Michael J. Stucker ,  Khanh Duong

IPC: E21B49/08 ,  E21B49/00

CPC classification number: E21B49/081 ,  E21B17/16 ,  E21B49/00

Abstract: An apparatus comprising a fluid communication device configured to extend from a drill string and establish fluid communication with a subterranean formation penetrated by a wellbore in which the drill string is positioned, wherein the drill string comprises a passage configured to conduct drilling mud and an opening extending through an outer surface thereof and into a cavity. A sample chamber is coupled within the cavity and is in selectable fluid communication with the formation via the fluid communication device.

Abstract translation: 一种装置，包括流体连通装置，该流体连通装置构造成从钻柱延伸并建立与由钻柱定位的井眼穿透的地下地层的流体连通，其中钻柱包括构造成进行钻井泥浆的通道和开口延伸 通过其外表面并进入空腔。 样品室耦合在空腔内并经由流体通信装置与地层可选择性地流体连通。

公开(公告)号：US07594541B2

公开(公告)日：2009-09-29

申请号：US11616520

申请日：2006-12-27

Applicant: Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Steven G. Villareal ,  Albert Hoefel ,  Peter Swinburne ,  Michael J. Stucker ,  Jean-Marc Follini

Inventor： Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Steven G. Villareal ,  Albert Hoefel ,  Peter Swinburne ,  Michael J. Stucker ,  Jean-Marc Follini

IPC: E21B49/08 ,  E21B41/00 ,  G05D7/00

CPC classification number: E21B49/10

Abstract: A downhole formation fluid pumping and a sampling apparatus are disclosed that may form part of a formation evaluation while drilling tool or part of a tool pipe string. The operation of the pump is optimized based upon parameters generated from formation pressure test data as well as tool system data thereby ensuring optimum performance of the pump at higher speeds and with greater dependability. New pump designs for fluid sampling apparatuses for use in MWD systems are also disclosed.

Abstract translation: 公开了井下地层流体泵送和采样装置，其可以在钻具或工具管柱的一部分时形成地层评估的一部分。 基于从地层压力测试数据和工具系统数据生成的参数优化泵的操作，从而确保泵在更高速度下具有最佳性能并具有更高的可靠性。 还公开了用于MWD系统的用于流体取样装置的新泵设计。

公开(公告)号：US20090166085A1

公开(公告)日：2009-07-02

申请号：US11965770

申请日：2007-12-28

Applicant: REINHART CIGLENEC ,  STEPHANE VANNUFFELEN ,  AKIRA KAMIYA ,  STEVEN G. VILLAREAL ,  TSUTOMU YAMATE

Inventor： REINHART CIGLENEC ,  STEPHANE VANNUFFELEN ,  AKIRA KAMIYA ,  STEVEN G. VILLAREAL ,  TSUTOMU YAMATE

IPC: E21B44/00

CPC classification number: E21B49/08

Abstract: A method that uses downhole fluid analysis in order to selectively collect and retain formation fluid samples in a drilling environment, as well as, control drilling using downhole fluid analysis.

Abstract translation: 一种使用井下流体分析以便在钻井环境中选择性收集和保留地层流体样品的方法，以及使用井下流体分析来控制钻井。

公开(公告)号：US20090126996A1

公开(公告)日：2009-05-21

申请号：US12355956

申请日：2009-01-19

Applicant: Steven G. Villareal ,  Julian J. Pop ,  Kent D. Harms ,  Victor M. Bolze ,  Reinmart Ciglenec ,  Michael J. Stucker ,  Khanh Duong

Inventor： Steven G. Villareal ,  Julian J. Pop ,  Kent D. Harms ,  Victor M. Bolze ,  Reinmart Ciglenec ,  Michael J. Stucker ,  Khanh Duong

IPC: E21B49/08

CPC classification number: E21B49/083 ,  E21B17/16 ,  E21B49/081

Abstract: A sample module for a sampling while drilling tool includes a sample fluid flowline operatively connectable between a sample chamber and an inlet, for passing a downhole fluid. A primary piston divides the sample chamber into a sample volume and a buffer volume and includes a first face in fluid communication with the sample volume and a second face in fluid communication with the buffer volume. An agitator is disposed in the sample volume for agitating the sample fluid. A secondary piston includes a first face in fluid communication with the buffer volume having buffer fluid disposed therein and a second face.

Abstract translation: 用于在钻探工具时采样的样本模块包括可操作地连接在样品室和入口之间的用于通过井下流体的样品流体流动线。 主活塞将样品室划分成样品体积和缓冲体积，并且包括与样品体积流体连通的第一面和与缓冲体流体连通的第二面。 搅拌器设置在样品体积中用于搅拌样品流体。 次级活塞包括与缓冲液体流体连通的第一面，其中设置有缓冲流体和第二面。

公开(公告)号：US07367394B2

公开(公告)日：2008-05-06

申请号：US11313004

申请日：2005-12-19

Applicant: Steven G. Villareal ,  Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Michael J. Stucker ,  Khanh Duong

Inventor： Steven G. Villareal ,  Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Michael J. Stucker ,  Khanh Duong

IPC: E21B49/08

CPC classification number: E21B49/081 ,  E21B17/16 ,  E21B49/00

Abstract: A sampling while drilling tool positionable in a wellbore penetrating a subterranean formation is provided. The tool includes a drill collar, at least one sample chamber, at least one flowline and at least one cover. The drill collar is operatively connectable to a drill string of the sampling while drilling tool. The drill collar has at least one opening extending through an outer surface thereof and into a cavity. The drill collar has a passage therein for conducting mud therethrough. The sample chamber is positionable in the cavity of the drill collar. The flowline in the drill collar, the at least one flowline operatively connectable to the sample chamber for passing a downhole fluid thereto. The cover is positionable about the at least one opening of the drill collar whereby the sample chamber is removably secured therein.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种钻井工具的采样，其可定位在渗透地下地层的井眼中。 该工具包括钻铤，至少一个样品室，至少一个流线和至少一个盖。 钻铤可操作地连接到钻孔工具的采样钻柱。 钻铤具有延伸穿过其外表面并进入空腔的至少一个开口。 钻铤在其中具有通过其中的通道。 样品室可定位在钻铤的空腔中。 钻铤中的流线，所述至少一个流线可操作地连接到样品室，用于将井下流体通过。 盖可围绕钻铤的至少一个开口定位，由此将样品室可拆卸地固定在其中。