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Determining and tracking downhole particulate deposition

  • US 7,316,272 B2
  • Filed: 07/22/2005
  • Issued: 01/08/2008
  • Est. Priority Date: 07/22/2005
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A method for depositing particulate material within a wellbore, the method comprising the steps of:

  • isolating a wellbore annulus defined by a tubular member disposed in the wellbore;

    coupling a plurality of densimeters to the tubular member to remain with the tubular member;

    injecting a slurry comprising a particulate material and a carrier fluid into the isolated wellbore annulus;

    depositing the particulate material from the slurry into the isolated wellbore annulus;

    acquiring composite density readings with the plurality of densimeters at a plurality of discrete locations along the tubular member during the step of depositing the particulate material; and

    interpreting the acquired composite density readings to evaluate placement of the deposited particulate material within the isolated wellbore annulus.

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