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In situ thermal processing and inhibiting migration of fluids into or out of an in situ oil shale formation

  • US 20030080604A1
  • Filed: 04/24/2002
  • Published: 05/01/2003
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/24/2001
  • Status: Active Grant
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55. A method of treating an oil shale formation in situ, comprising:

  • providing heat from one or more heat sources to at least a portion of the formation;

    allowing the heat to transfer from at least the portion to a selected section of the formation substantially by conduction of heat;

    pyrolyzing at least some hydrocarbons within the selected section of the formation; and

    producing a mixture from the formation.

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