公开(公告)号：US20100326727A1

公开(公告)日：2010-12-30

申请号：US12496970

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: E21B49/00 ,  E21B17/16 ,  E21B49/081

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. A retainer is configured to absorb lateral loading of the sample chamber within the cavity.

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。 保持器构造成吸收样品室在空腔内的横向载荷。

公开(公告)号：US20100175925A1

公开(公告)日：2010-07-15

申请号：US12500725

申请日：2009-07-10

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: E21B4/04

CPC classification number: E21B49/10

Abstract: A while-drilling tool comprising a motor, a transmission coupled to the motor, and a pump comprising a first piston disposed in a first chamber and a second piston disposed in a second chamber and coupled to the first piston. A planetary roller-screw is coupled between the pump and the transmission. A valve block is configured to fluidly communicate with the first and second pump chambers, a borehole in which the while-drilling tool is configured to be positioned, and a formation penetrated by the borehole.

Abstract translation: 一种钻孔工具，包括电动机，耦合到电动机的变速器，以及泵，包括设置在第一室中的第一活塞和设置在第二室中并联接到第一活塞的第二活塞。 行星滚子螺杆联接在泵和变速器之间。 阀块构造成与第一和第二泵室流体连通，其中钻孔工具被配置为定位在其中的井眼以及钻孔穿透的地层。

公开(公告)号：US20080087470A1

公开(公告)日：2008-04-17

申请号：US11942796

申请日：2007-11-20

Applicant: STEVEN VILLAREAL ,  JULIAN POP ,  KENT HARMS ,  VICTOR BOLZE ,  REINHART CIGLENEC ,  MICHAEL STUCKER ,  KHANH DUONG

Inventor： STEVEN VILLAREAL ,  JULIAN POP ,  KENT HARMS ,  VICTOR BOLZE ,  REINHART CIGLENEC ,  MICHAEL 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. 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。 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：US07154411B2

公开(公告)日：2006-12-26

申请号：US10156403

申请日：2002-05-28

Applicant: Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Jacques R. Tabanou

Inventor： Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Jacques R. Tabanou

IPC: G01V3/00

CPC classification number: E21B7/061 ,  E21B23/00 ,  E21B23/14 ,  E21B29/06 ,  E21B33/13 ,  E21B47/01 ,  E21B47/024 ,  E21B47/044 ,  E21B47/09 ,  E21B47/12 ,  E21B47/122 ,  E21B47/124 ,  E21B49/00 ,  E21B49/10

Abstract: A remote sensing unit for sensing subsurface formation is provided. The remote sensing unit is an active device with the capability of responding to control commands to determine subsurface formation characteristics, and transmitting corresponding data values. Some embodiments of the remote sensing unit include a battery, or a capacitor for storing charge. The embodiments that include the capacitor receive RF power that is converted to a DC signal for storing charge on the capacitor. When the charge is depleted to a specified point, the remote sensing unit prompts the wellbore tool to transmit additional RF power to recharge the capacitor. The remote sensing unit is provided with RF power to wake it up and to place it into an operational mode, and/or to send modulated data values that are then transmitted to the surface where operational decisions for the well may be made.

公开(公告)号：US20050189142A1

公开(公告)日：2005-09-01

申请号：US10708406

申请日：2004-03-01

Applicant: Ernesto Garcia ,  Dimitrios Pirovolou ,  Walter Aldred ,  Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Jacques Tabanou

Inventor： Ernesto Garcia ,  Dimitrios Pirovolou ,  Walter Aldred ,  Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Jacques Tabanou

IPC: E21B20060101 ,  E21B7/00 ,  E21B19/08 ,  E21B44/00 ,  E21B44/02 ,  E21B47/00 ,  E21B47/12 ,  G01V3/18 ,  G01V3/38

CPC classification number: E21B47/12 ,  E21B44/00

Abstract: A method and apparatus for drilling at least one wellbore from an offsite location is provided. Each wellbore is located at a wellsite having a drilling rig with a downhole drilling tool suspended therefrom. The downhole drilling tool is selectively advanced into the earth to form the wellbore. The downhole drilling tool is operated according to a wellsite setup. Wellsite parameters are collected from a plurality of sensors positioned about the wellsite. The wellsite parameters are transmitted to an offsite control center. The offsite control center performs an analysis of the wellsite parameters and automatically adjusts the wellsite setup from the offsite control center based on the analysis.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于从非现场位置钻取至少一个井筒的方法和装置。 每个井筒位于具有钻井钻井平台的井场，井下钻井工具悬挂在钻井平台上。 井下钻孔工具选择性地进入地球以形成井筒。 井下钻孔工具根据井场设置进行操作。 从围绕井场定位的多个传感器收集井场参数。 井场参数被传送到非现场控制中心。 异地控制中心对井场参数进行分析，并根据分析自动从异地控制中心调整井场设置。

公开(公告)号：US06766854B2

公开(公告)日：2004-07-27

申请号：US10163784

申请日：2002-06-06

Applicant: Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Jacques Tabanou ,  Thomas MacDougall ,  Kenneth Havlinek ,  Arthur Liberman ,  Ian Bryant ,  Troy Fields

Inventor： Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Jacques Tabanou ,  Thomas MacDougall ,  Kenneth Havlinek ,  Arthur Liberman ,  Ian Bryant ,  Troy Fields

IPC: E21B1700

CPC classification number: E21B7/06 ,  E21B23/00 ,  E21B29/06 ,  E21B47/01 ,  E21B47/011 ,  E21B47/12 ,  E21B47/122 ,  E21B47/124 ,  E21B49/00 ,  E21B49/10

Abstract: The present invention relates to a well-bore sensor apparatus and method. The apparatus includes a downhole tool carrying at least one sensor plug for deployment into the sidewall of a well-bore. The apparatus may also be used in conjunction with a surface control unit and a communication link for operatively coupling the sensor plug to the surface control unit. The sensor plug is capable of collecting well-bore data, such as pressure or temperature, and communicating the data uphole via a communication link, such as the downhole tool or an antenna. The downhole data may then be analyzed and control commands sent in response thereto. The sensor plug and/or the downhole tool may be made to respond to such control commands. In some embodiments, multiple surface control units for corresponding wells may be networked for decision making and control across multiple well-bores.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种井筒传感器装置及方法。 该装置包括一个承载至少一个传感器插头的井下工具，用于展开到井眼的侧壁中。 该装置还可以与表面控制单元和用于将传感器插塞可操作地耦合到表面控制单元的通信链路结合使用。 传感器插头能够收集诸如压力或温度的井眼数据，以及通过诸如井下工具或天线的通信链路将数据上传到井上。 然后可以分析井下数据并响应于此发送控制命令。 可以使传感器插头和/或井下工具响应于这种控制命令。 在一些实施例中，用于相应孔的多个表面控制单元可以联网以用于多个井眼的决策和控制。

公开(公告)号：US06570485B1

公开(公告)日：2003-05-27

申请号：US09715480

申请日：2000-11-17

Applicant: Thomas G. Stratton ,  Terrence D. Bender ,  Joel J. Bodin ,  Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Frank F. Espinosa ,  Edgar R. Mallison

Inventor： Thomas G. Stratton ,  Terrence D. Bender ,  Joel J. Bodin ,  Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Frank F. Espinosa ,  Edgar R. Mallison

IPC: H01L610

CPC classification number: G01L19/02 ,  G01L19/06 ,  G01L19/141 ,  G01L19/147 ,  G01L19/149 ,  H01L2224/48091 ,  Y10T29/49103 ,  H01L2924/00014

Abstract: A transducer packaging assembly for use in a sensing unit subjected to high forces of acceleration includes a base having a cavity. A pressure sensitive semiconductor die is bonded to a large backplate having a shape so that it nestles into the cavity but is spaced from a surface of the cavity. A planar cover secured to the base has a hole larger than the die but smaller than the backplate, and thin wires extend from the die to electrical connections on the assembly. A viscous fluid fills a space between the backplate and the cavity, and a space between the backplate and the cover, and transmits a pressure to be measured to the pressure sensitive die. The viscous fluid has a sufficiently high viscosity to oppose movement of the backplate relative to the cavity while cushioning the pressure sensitive die and the backplate from forces of acceleration.

Abstract translation: 用于受到高加速力的感测单元中的换能器包装组件包括具有空腔的底座。 压敏半导体管芯结合到具有形状的大型背板，使得其与空腔的表面相隔开，但是与空腔的表面间隔开。 固定到基座的平面盖具有比模具更大的孔，但小于背板，细线从模具延伸到组件上的电连接。 粘性流体填充背板和空腔之间的空间，以及背板和盖之间的空间，并将待测量的压力传递到压敏模具。 粘性流体具有足够高的粘度以抵抗背板相对于空腔的移动，同时缓冲压敏模具和背板而不受加速力的影响。

公开(公告)号：US06234257B1

公开(公告)日：2001-05-22

申请号：US09293859

申请日：1999-04-16

Applicant: Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Lennox E. Reid

Inventor： Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Lennox E. Reid

IPC: E21B4700

CPC classification number: E21B7/06 ,  E21B23/00 ,  E21B47/01 ,  E21B47/011 ,  E21B47/12 ,  E21B49/00 ,  E21B49/10

Abstract: An apparatus and method are provided for gathering data from a subsurface formation. A shell is utilized having a chamber therein, and being adapted for sustaining forcible propulsion into the subsurface formation. A data sensor is disposed within the chamber of the shell. The shell has a first port therein for communicating properties of a fluid present in the subsurface formation to the data sensor when the apparatus is positioned in the subsurface formation, whereby the data sensor senses at least one of the properties of the fluid.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于从地下地层采集数据的装置和方法。 使用壳体，其中具有室，并适于将强制推进维持在地下地层中。 数据传感器设置在壳体的腔室内。 壳体具有其中的第一端口，用于当设备位于地下地层中时将存在于地下地层中的流体的特性传递到数据传感器，由此数据传感器感测流体的性质中的至少一个。

公开(公告)号：US06230557B1

公开(公告)日：2001-05-15

申请号：US09351569

申请日：1999-07-12

Applicant: Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Alain P. Dorel

Inventor： Reinhart Ciglenec ,  Alain P. Dorel

IPC: E21B4701

CPC classification number: E21B49/10

Abstract: A downhole tool and method are provided for collecting data from a subsurface formation during drilling operations. The tool includes a tubular mandrel adapted for axial connection in a drill string positioned in a wellbore penetrating the subsurface formation and a stabilizer element or sleeve positioned about the tubular mandrel for relative rotation between the stabilizer element and the tubular mandrel. A plurality of elongated ribs are connected to the stabilizer element. A means is connected to the stabilizer element for frictional engagement with a wall of the wellbore so as to prevent the stabilizer element from rotating relative to the wellbore wall. An actuator system is carried at least partially by the stabilizer element, and a probe is carried by one of the elongated ribs and adapted for movement by the actuator system between a retracted position within the one rib and an extended position engaging the wellbore wall such that the probe collects data from the formation. The method includes placing a non-rotating element of a tool positioned in a drill string in engagement with a wall of the wellbore such that the non-rotating element does not move relative to the wellbore wall. A probe carried by the non-rotating element is moved into sealed engagement with the wellbore wall to establish fluid communication between the formation and the non-rotating element, thereby enabling one or more properties of the formation fluid to be sensed.

Abstract translation: 提供井下工具和方法用于在钻井操作期间从地下地层采集数据。 该工具包括适于在钻柱中轴向连接的管状心轴，其位于穿透地下地层的井筒中，以及围绕管状心轴定位的稳定器元件或套筒，用于稳定器元件和管状心轴之间的相对旋转。 多个细长肋连接到稳定器元件。 一种装置连接到稳定器元件，用于与井筒的壁摩擦接合，以防止稳定器元件相对于井筒壁旋转。 致动器系统至少部分地由稳定器元件承载，并且探针由细长肋中的一个承载，并且适于由致动器系统在一个肋之间的缩回位置和与井眼壁接合的延伸位置之间移动，使得 探头从地层收集数据。 该方法包括将定位在钻柱中的工具的非旋转元件放置成与井眼的壁接合，使得非旋转元件相对于井筒壁不移动。 由非旋转元件承载的探头被移动成与井筒壁密封接合，以在地层和非旋转元件之间建立流体连通，从而使地层流体的一个或多个特性得以感测。