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Preparation unit for a drilling mud testing system
Assignee: Mobil Oil AS
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Filing: 1983-07-29
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Granted: 1985-02-26
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Expires: 2003-07-29
Abstract
Abstract In a system for testing drilling mud, a mixing tank and an aging vessel are hydraulically connected to supply drilling mud to a closed recirculating path through which mud is pumped to measuring instrumentation. The accumulator has a head which is removable for inspection and maintenance of the gas pressurized piston which pressurizes the drilling mud. The seals on the head are positioned to minimize wear.
Inventors
- 👤 Maurice Prior
- 👤 M. Scott Quigley
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-09 03:46
CPC Classifications
E; E21; E21B; E21B49/00; E21B49/005; G; G01; G01N; G01N33/00; G01N33/26; G01N33/28; G01N33/2823
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 7
Claim 1
Independent Claim
80 words
A system for testing drilling mud comprising: measuring means for testing the parameters of said drilling mud; an accumulator for pressurizing said drilling mud; means for pumping pressurized drilling mud through a closed recirculating path through said measuring means; means for mixing and aging drilling mud to prepare drilling mud for testing; and means for selectively supplying prepared drilling mud from said last named means to said accumulator to introduce drilling mud into the closed recirculating path of said system.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
80 words
A system for testing drilling mud comprising: measuring means for testing the parameters of said drilling mud; an accumulator for pressurizing said drilling mud; means for pumping pressurized drilling mud through a closed recirculating path through said measuring means; means for mixing and aging drilling mud to prepare drilling mud for testing; and means for selectively supplying prepared drilling mud from said last named means to said accumulator to introduce drilling mud into the closed recirculating path of said system.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
67 words
The system recited in claim 1 wherein said accumulator comprises: a vessel holding a volume of drilling mud; a piston having one side engaging said volume of drilling mud; a source of pressurized air applied to the other side of said piston to pressurize said mud; and a removable head for said vessel with seals for maintaining pressure in said vessel when said head is in place.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
21 words
The system recited in claim 2 further comprising: means for counter-balancing said removable head so that it can be easily positioned.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
24 words
The system recited in claim 2 wherein said seals positioned on said vessel are out of contact with said drilling mud in said vessel.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
24 words
The system recited in claim 2 wherein said seals include a threaded flange which cannot be opened when there is pressure in said vessel.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
36 words
The system recited in claim 2 further comprising: means for selectively applying pressurized air to both sides of said piston to extend it and to retract it for inspection and maintenance when said head is removed.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1988-02-26 | 1988-08-27 | 1989-02-26 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1992-02-26 | 1992-08-27 | 1993-02-26 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1996-02-26 | 1996-08-27 | 1997-02-26 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |