Patents by Inventor Christian Menger
Christian Menger has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
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Publication number: 20240003199Abstract: A bottom hole assembly (BHA) is disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 12, 2021Publication date: January 4, 2024Inventors: Christian MENGER, Peter HORNBLOWER
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Publication number: 20230017429Abstract: A system, such as a bottom hole assembly, having a central body (18), at least one hydrostatically-actuatable assembly (50) configured to extend radially outward from the central body (18), the hydrostatically-actuatable assembly (50) having at least one N piston body (76) exposed to hydrostatic pressure; a plurality of passive structures (54), each of which is: configured to extend radially outward from the central body (18); and circumferentially spaced from the at least one hydrostatically-actuatable assembly (50) and another one of the plurality of passive structures.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 16, 2020Publication date: January 19, 2023Inventor: Christian MENGER
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Patent number: 10914120Abstract: A Rotary Steerable System (RSS) includes a flexible collar coupled therein that reduces the stiffness of the RSS and permits a tighter turning radius to be achieved. The positioning of the flexible collar between the steering section and the controller of the RSS further improves the turning radius, and may permit a push-the-bit system to operate similar to a point-the bit system. The flexible collar permits communication therethrough between controller and the steering sections of the RSS. The RSS may be arranged as a modular system to receive various configurations of a flexible collar and may operate with no flexible collar installed. The modularity enables tuning of the stiffness of an RSS to achieve different steering objectives.Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 2017Date of Patent: February 9, 2021Assignee: HALLIBURTON ENERGY SERVICES, INC.Inventors: Christian Menger, Satish Rajagopalan, Daniel Winslow
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Publication number: 20190234148Abstract: A Rotary Steerable System (RSS) includes a flexible collar coupled therein that reduces the stiffness of the RSS and permits a tighter turning radius to be achieved. The positioning of the flexible collar between the steering section and the controller of the RSS further improves the turning radius, and may permit a push-the-bit system to operate similar to a point-the bit system. The flexible collar permits communication therethrough between controller and the steering sections of the RSS. The RSS may be arranged as a modular system to receive various configurations of a flexible collar and may operate with no flexible collar installed. The modularity enables tuning of the stiffness of an RSS to achieve different steering objectives.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 17, 2017Publication date: August 1, 2019Inventors: Christian Menger, Satish Rajagopalan, Daniel Winslow
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Patent number: 10288283Abstract: A multiphase burner for flaring gaseous/liquid combustible mixtures is disclosed. The burner may include a hollow base with an inlet for receiving the combustible gas/liquid mixture as well as a distal end that may be coupled to or that forms a nozzle cap. The nozzle cap may form as first outlet. The base may be coupled to a central body and a hollow bushing that encircles at least part of the central body. The base may form a mouth disposed between the inlet and the central body. The mouth may be in communication with a first passage that extends from the mouth to the first outlet and between the bushing and the distal end of the base. The mouth may be in communication with a second passage that extends from the mouth to the second outlet and between the bushing and central body.Type: GrantFiled: October 17, 2012Date of Patent: May 14, 2019Assignee: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Roman Alexandrovich Skachkov, Pavel Andreevich Golikov, Christian Menger, Vladimir Konstantinovich Khan
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Patent number: 10240784Abstract: A burner assembly (100) for flaring low calorific gases, such as methane with high carbon dioxide content, may be configured to provide a gradual decrease in flow velocity. The burner assembly (100) may include a conical deflector (140) that creates a relatively large recirculation zone (154) downstream of the deflector (140), thereby to stabilize fluid flow. A swirl inducing structure positioned in a final stage of the burner assembly (100) further stabilizes the fluid flow and flame at different gas flow rates.Type: GrantFiled: June 17, 2013Date of Patent: March 26, 2019Assignee: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Roman Alexandrovich Skachkov, Christian Menger, Mikhail Petrovich Gusev, Konstantin Mikhailovich Serdyuk, Vladimir Konstantinovich Khan
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Patent number: 9803426Abstract: A technique facilitates drilling applications by providing a unique flex joint. In one embodiment, the flex joint has an adjustable bending stiffness while being much more compact than conventional flex joints. The flex joint also may be designed to de-couple bending moments from the tool joints and, in some applications, can operate as an active vibration and shock control sub by incorporating suitable sensors and a hydraulic actuator system. The design also enables incorporation of other features, such as electrical insulation features disposed above and/or below the flex joint. In some applications, the flex joint also may have an electrical feed through.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2011Date of Patent: October 31, 2017Assignee: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Christian Menger, Nobuyoshi Niina
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Patent number: 9500033Abstract: A technique facilitates downhole drilling applications by providing a universal joint. The universal joint has a high load carrying capability presented in a compact and simple configuration. The high load carrying capability is achieved by techniques employing unique load transfer mechanisms. For example, higher load capability may be provided by a load sharing principal in which torque loads are jointly transmitted through universal joint pins and the side faces of a universal joint cross. The higher load capability also may be achieved by transferring loads through a monolithic cross having integral pins and a split yoke/clevis assembly. In another embodiment, higher load capability results from using universal joint pins inserted from the inside of the universal joint and screwed outwardly until full engagement with the joint yokes is achieved. Each of the universal joint embodiments also may be designed to enable pressure-sealed flow of drilling mud through the joint.Type: GrantFiled: October 7, 2013Date of Patent: November 22, 2016Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Christian Menger, Iain Keery, Steven Lewis
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Publication number: 20160131361Abstract: A burner assembly (100) for flaring low calorific gases, such as methane with high carbon dioxide content, may be configured to provide a gradual decrease in flow velocity. The burner assembly (100) may include a conical deflector (140) that creates a relatively large recirculation zone (154) downstream of the deflector (140), thereby to stabilize fluid flow. A swirl inducing structure positioned in a final stage of the burner assembly (100) further stabilizes the fluid flow and flame at different gas flow rates.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 17, 2013Publication date: May 12, 2016Inventors: Roman Alexandrovich SKACHKOV, Christian MENGER, Mikhail Petrovich GUSEV, Konstantin Mikhailovich SERDYUK, Vladimir Konstantinovich KHAN
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Publication number: 20150330626Abstract: A multiphase burner for flaring gaseous/liquid combustible mixtures is disclosed. The burner may include a hollow base with an inlet for receiving the combustible gas/liquid mixture as well as a distal end that may be coupled to or that forms a nozzle cap. The nozzle cap may form as first outlet. The base may be coupled to a central body and a hollow bushing that encircles at least part of the central body. The base may form a mouth disposed between the inlet and the central body. The mouth may be in communication with a first passage that extends from the mouth to the first outlet and between the bushing and the distal end of the base. The mouth may be in communication with a second passage that extends from the mouth to the second outlet and between the bushing and central body.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 17, 2012Publication date: November 19, 2015Inventors: Roman Alexandrovich Skachkov, Pavel Andreevich Golikov, Christian Menger, Vladimir Konstantinovich Khan
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Publication number: 20150211735Abstract: A gas flare disposed at an end of a supply pipe member for directing a gas flow to a head member, the flare including a slot for ejecting the gas flow and a shroud. The shroud surrounds the slot, at least part of the base member and at least part of the head member of the gas flare. The shroud directs the ejected gas flow between the shroud and the head member.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 16, 2012Publication date: July 30, 2015Applicant: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Christian Menger, Roman Alexandrovich Skachkov, Roman Pavlovich Sotskij, Grigory Yurievich Mikhalev
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Publication number: 20140284103Abstract: Drilling instruments may include a flexible portion, such as a flexible conduit and/or a universal joint. Sensors may be utilized to detect the position of various portions of the drilling instrument, such as the flexible conduit, the universal joint, and/or a drill bit assembly.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 25, 2013Publication date: September 25, 2014Inventors: Nobuyoshi Niina, Oleg Polyntsev, Christian Menger, Geoffrey C. Downton
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Patent number: 8701795Abstract: A technique facilitates the drilling of deviated wellbores. A steerable drilling system is formed with a pair of components pivotably mounted with respect to each other. A removable strike ring is mounted to one of the steerable drilling system components and is positioned to engage a corresponding strike ring in a manner which limits the maximum pivot angle between the steerable drilling system components. By interchanging the removable strike ring with other removable strike rings, the maximum pivot angle can be adjusted in the field to accommodate drilling of a wider variety of deviated wellbores.Type: GrantFiled: June 29, 2011Date of Patent: April 22, 2014Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Christian Menger, Michael Pearce
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Publication number: 20140027185Abstract: A technique facilitates downhole drilling applications by providing a universal joint. The universal joint has a high load carrying capability presented in a compact and simple configuration. The high load carrying capability is achieved by techniques employing unique load transfer mechanisms. For example, higher load capability may be provided by a load sharing principal in which torque loads are jointly transmitted through universal joint pins and the side faces of a universal joint cross. The higher load capability also may be achieved by transferring loads through a monolithic cross having integral pins and a split yoke/clevis assembly. In another embodiment, higher load capability results from using universal joint pins inserted from the inside of the universal joint and screwed outwardly until full engagement with the joint yokes is achieved. Each of the universal joint embodiments also may be designed to enable pressure-sealed flow of drilling mud through the joint.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 7, 2013Publication date: January 30, 2014Applicant: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Christian Menger, Iain Keery, Steven Lewis
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Patent number: 8590636Abstract: A rotary steerable system (“RSS”) includes a drive coupling having a first section adapted for connection within a drill string and a second section adapted for supporting a drill bit. A flexible joint connects the first section to the second section for transmitting drilling loads, such as torque and weight, therebetween and permitting pivoting of the second relative to the first section. A tubular sleeve is disposed about the flexible joint and at least portions of the first section and the second section. The tubular sleeve is connected to the second section for movement therewith and is sized to permit pivoting movement of the tubular sleeve relative to the portion of the first section disposed therein. At least three actuators are carried by the portion of the drive coupling's first section that is disposed within the tubular sleeve for applying a pivoting force to an inner surface of the tubular sleeve when activated.Type: GrantFiled: April 28, 2006Date of Patent: November 26, 2013Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventor: Christian Menger
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Publication number: 20130000984Abstract: A technique facilitates the drilling of deviated wellbores. A steerable drilling system is formed with a pair of components pivotably mounted with respect to each other. A removable strike ring is mounted to one of the steerable drilling system components and is positioned to engage a corresponding strike ring in a manner which limits the maximum pivot angle between the steerable drilling system components. By interchanging the removable strike ring with other removable strike rings, the maximum pivot angle can be adjusted in the field to accommodate drilling of a wider variety of deviated wellbores.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 29, 2011Publication date: January 3, 2013Inventors: CHRISTIAN MENGER, MICHAEL PEARCE
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Publication number: 20110308858Abstract: A technique facilitates drilling applications by providing a unique flex joint. In one embodiment, the flex joint has an adjustable bending stiffness while being much more compact than conventional flex joints. The flex joint also may be designed to de-couple bending moments from the tool joints and, in some applications, can operate as an active vibration and shock control sub by incorporating suitable sensors and a hydraulic actuator system. The design also enables incorporation of other features, such as electrical insulation features disposed above and/or below the flex joint. In some applications, the flex joint also may have an electrical feed through.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 22, 2011Publication date: December 22, 2011Inventors: Christian Menger, Nobuyoshi Niina
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Patent number: 7926592Abstract: A steerable drilling system including a bias unit and a separator. The separator is arranged to remove particulate matter from the supply of pressurized drilling mud to the actuator of the bias unit. The separator includes a hydrocyclone located upstream of the actuators. The hydrocyclone includes a housing defining a substantially conical recess having a large diameter end and a small diameter end. An inlet is in fluid communication with the large diameter end for providing the drilling mud thereto. A first outlet is in fluid communication with the small diameter end for outlet of relatively dirty mud. A second outlet is in fluid communication with the large diameter end for outlet of a supply of relatively clean mud for the plurality of actuators.Type: GrantFiled: March 8, 2006Date of Patent: April 19, 2011Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: David L Smith, Christian Menger, Edward Richards
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Publication number: 20070251726Abstract: A rotary steerable system (“RSS”) includes a drive coupling having a first section adapted for connection within a drill string and a second section adapted for supporting a drill bit. A flexible joint connects the first section to the second section for transmitting drilling loads, such as torque and weight, therebetween and permitting pivoting of the second relative to the first section. A tubular sleeve is disposed about the flexible joint and at least portions of the first section and the second section. The tubular sleeve is connected to the second section for movement therewith and is sized to permit pivoting movement of the tubular sleeve relative to the portion of the first section disposed therein. At least three actuators are carried by the portion of the drive coupling's first section that is disposed within the tubular sleeve for applying a pivoting force to an inner surface of the tubular sleeve when activated.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 28, 2006Publication date: November 1, 2007Applicant: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventor: Christian Menger
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Publication number: 20060207798Abstract: A steerable drilling system comprises a bias unit 10, the bias unit 10 having at least one actuator 14 operable by pressurised drilling fluid or mud, in use, and a separator 20 arranged to remove particulate matter from the supply of pressurised drilling fluid or mud to the or each actuator 14, the separator 20 comprising a hydrocyclone 20.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 8, 2006Publication date: September 21, 2006Inventors: David Smith, Christian Menger, Edward Richards