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US08657017B2 Method and apparatus for autonomous downhole fluid selection with pathway dependent resistance system 有权
自主井底流体选择方法和装置,具有通路依赖电阻系统

Method and apparatus for autonomous downhole fluid selection with pathway dependent resistance system
Abstract:
Apparatus and methods for controlling the flow of fluid, such as formation fluid, through an oilfield tubular positioned in a wellbore extending through a subterranean formation. Fluid flow is autonomously controlled in response to change in a fluid flow characteristic, such as density or viscosity. In one embodiment, a fluid diverter is movable between an open and closed position in response to fluid density change and operable to restrict fluid flow through a valve assembly inlet. The diverter can be pivotable, rotatable or otherwise movable in response to the fluid density change. In one embodiment, the diverter is operable to control a fluid flow ratio through two valve inlets. The fluid flow ratio is used to operate a valve member to restrict fluid flow through the valve.
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