Patent classifications
C04B18/082
Two-part thixotropic lost circulation slurry
Methods and systems of reducing lost circulation in a wellbore are provided. An example method includes providing a pozzolan slurry comprising a pozzolanic material and water; and providing a calcium slurry comprising a calcium source, a high pH activator, and water. The method further comprises allowing the pozzolan slurry and the calcium slurry to remain separate; wherein at least one of the pozzolan slurry and the calcium slurry comprise a thixotropic material; wherein at least one of the pozzolan slurry and the calcium slurry comprise a dispersant; wherein at least one of the pozzolan slurry and the calcium slurry comprise a weighting agent. The method additionally comprises mixing the pozzolan slurry and the calcium slurry to form a two-part thixotropic lost circulation slurry after the allowing the pozzolan slurry and the calcium slurry to remain separate. The method also includes introducing the two-part thixotropic lost circulation slurry to a lost circulation zone within the wellbore; and allowing or causing to allow the two-part thixotropic lost circulation slurry to set into a hardened mass within the lost circulation zone.
STORABLE LIQUID SUSPENSION OF HOLLOW PARTICLES
Provided are compositions and methods of using a liquid suspension of hollow particles comprising a plurality of hollow particles, water, a suspending aid, and a stabilizer selected from the group consisting of a non-ionic surfactant, a latex, an oleaginous fluid, porous silica, and combinations thereof. The liquid suspension is homogenous. An example method includes statically storing the liquid suspension in a container for at least one week; wherein the liquid suspension maintains a difference in density from the top of the container to the bottom of the container of less than one pound per gallon while stored. The method further includes adding the liquid suspension to a treatment fluid; wherein the liquid suspension reduces the density of the treatment fluid; and introducing the treatment fluid into a wellbore penetrating a subterranean formation.
STORABLE LIQUID SUSPENSION OF HOLLOW PARTICLES
Provided are compositions and methods of using a liquid suspension of hollow particles comprising a plurality of hollow particles, water, a suspending aid, and a stabilizer selected from the group consisting of a non-ionic surfactant, a latex, an oleaginous fluid, porous silica, and combinations thereof. The liquid suspension is homogenous. An example method includes statically storing the liquid suspension in a container for at least one week; wherein the liquid suspension maintains a difference in density from the top of the container to the bottom of the container of less than one pound per gallon while stored. The method further includes adding the liquid suspension to a treatment fluid; wherein the liquid suspension reduces the density of the treatment fluid; and introducing the treatment fluid into a wellbore penetrating a subterranean formation.
SHEAR PANEL BUILDING MATERIAL
A shear panel building material that includes a first facing membrane, a core matrix disposed on a face of the first facing membrane, and a semi-rigid or rigid material attached to the core matrix. The core matrix can include microspheres having a size of about 200 microns to about 800 microns, sodium silicate, and ethylene vinyl acetate. In one aspect, the shear panel is substantially free from glue and cement.
SHEAR PANEL BUILDING MATERIAL
A shear panel building material that includes a first facing membrane, a core matrix disposed on a face of the first facing membrane, and a semi-rigid or rigid material attached to the core matrix. The core matrix can include microspheres having a size of about 200 microns to about 800 microns, sodium silicate, and ethylene vinyl acetate. In one aspect, the shear panel is substantially free from glue and cement.
APPARATUS AND PROCESS WITH A VIBRATORY ANGLED PLATE AND/OR FIXED HORIZONTAL PLATE FOR FORMING FIBER-REINFORCED CEMENTITIOUS PANELS WITH CONTROLLED THICKNESS
A production line and process including a moving carrier web for transporting the panel, and a device for controlling thickness of a formed, but not yet set, fiber reinforced cementitious panel slurry on the web. The thickness control device may include an angled rigid plate for contacting a downstream end of the angled plate with the slurry on the moving carrier web and a mounting stand for mounting the angled rigid. The thickness control device may include a flat horizontal plate at a fixed height over the moving carrier for contacting the entire lower surface of the horizontal plate with a facer on the slurry on the moving carrier web. Or, the thickness control device may include the angled plate and include the horizontal plate that contacts the facer.
APPARATUS AND PROCESS WITH A VIBRATORY ANGLED PLATE AND/OR FIXED HORIZONTAL PLATE FOR FORMING FIBER-REINFORCED CEMENTITIOUS PANELS WITH CONTROLLED THICKNESS
A production line and process including a moving carrier web for transporting the panel, and a device for controlling thickness of a formed, but not yet set, fiber reinforced cementitious panel slurry on the web. The thickness control device may include an angled rigid plate for contacting a downstream end of the angled plate with the slurry on the moving carrier web and a mounting stand for mounting the angled rigid. The thickness control device may include a flat horizontal plate at a fixed height over the moving carrier for contacting the entire lower surface of the horizontal plate with a facer on the slurry on the moving carrier web. Or, the thickness control device may include the angled plate and include the horizontal plate that contacts the facer.
PUMPABLE GEOPOLYMER CEMENT
This invention relates to an adaptable Geopolymer cement composition for application in oil and gas wells having a wide range of downhole temperatures. The base Geopolymer cement composition has an acceptable rheology of below 200 cP and can be tailored by the inclusion of various chemicals to control properties such as thickening time over a wide range of temperatures and densities. The disclosed Geopolymer cement composition is pumpable, mixable and stable. The composition can also be adapted to have expandable and swellable properties.
PUMPABLE GEOPOLYMER CEMENT
This invention relates to an adaptable Geopolymer cement composition for application in oil and gas wells having a wide range of downhole temperatures. The base Geopolymer cement composition has an acceptable rheology of below 200 cP and can be tailored by the inclusion of various chemicals to control properties such as thickening time over a wide range of temperatures and densities. The disclosed Geopolymer cement composition is pumpable, mixable and stable. The composition can also be adapted to have expandable and swellable properties.
Polymer Concrete with Plastic Aggregate and Fines
A composition that may include a resin, plastic aggregate, plastic fines, and optionally fly ash. The plastic aggregates and plastic fines may be formed from recycled plastic. The composition may be utilized to repair damaged surfaces, including damages concrete surfaces. The composition may further be used in pre-formed structures. The pre-formed structures may include panels that are assembled to form an upright enclosure, such as a shelter.