Patents by Inventor Michael H. Kenison
Michael H. Kenison 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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Patent number: 9739139Abstract: A technique facilitates an improved operation of a tool, such as a downhole tool. The tool is operated in a manner which provides a dynamic or cyclical loading. The dynamic or cyclical loading of the tool is sampled by a suitable sensing system at a frequency greater than the frequency of the dynamic or cyclical loading to collect detailed data on the dynamic or cyclical loading. The data is used to adjust the tool in a manner which improves operation of the tool. One technique for adjusting the tool is changing the dynamic or cyclical loading of the tool by adjusting the frequency of the dynamic or cyclical loading.Type: GrantFiled: May 15, 2013Date of Patent: August 22, 2017Assignee: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Richard Morrison, Michael H. Kenison, Bonnie Powell
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Publication number: 20150130627Abstract: A technique facilitates an improved operation of a tool, such as a downhole tool. The tool is operated in a manner which provides a dynamic or cyclical loading. The dynamic or cyclical loading of the tool is sampled by a suitable sensing system at a frequency greater than the frequency of the dynamic or cyclical loading to collect detailed data on the dynamic or cyclical loading. The data is used to adjust the tool in a manner which improves operation of the tool. One technique for adjusting the tool is changing the dynamic or cyclical loading of the tool by adjusting the frequency of the dynamic or cyclical loading.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 15, 2013Publication date: May 14, 2015Applicant: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Richard Morrison, Michael H. Kenison, Bonnie Powell
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Publication number: 20140251602Abstract: A technique for determining conditions downhole in a well, particularly load conditions acting on a well tool, e.g. a bottom hole assembly. The loads acting on a bottom hole assembly or other well tool during a well related operation are measured. Load data is collected and may be transmitted uphole in real time for evaluation at a surface control unit. Based on the load data and other possible data related to the downhole operation, corrective actions can be taken to improve the operation.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 22, 2014Publication date: September 11, 2014Applicant: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Michael H. Kenison, Richard Morrison, Robert Van Kuijk, Jose Vidal Noya, Carlos Foinquinos Bocco, Robin Mallalieu
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Patent number: 8789585Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a coiled tubing unit. The coiled tubing unit may include coiled tubing with a cable disposed within the coiled tubing. Further, the coiled tubing unit may include a spool about which at least a portion of the coiled tubing is wound, an injector header configured to move the coiled tubing, and a cable slack monitoring feature. The cable slack monitoring feature may be configured to detect an accumulation of cable slack in a portion of the coiled tubing.Type: GrantFiled: September 13, 2011Date of Patent: July 29, 2014Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Larry J. Leising, Frank Espinosa, Michael H. Kenison, Zefer Erkol
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Patent number: 8733438Abstract: A technique for determining conditions downhole in a well, particularly load conditions acting on a well tool, e.g. a bottom hole assembly. The loads acting on a bottom hole assembly or other well tool during a well related operation are measured. Load data is collected and may be transmitted uphole in real time for evaluation at a surface control unit. Based on the load data and other possible data related to the downhole operation, corrective actions can be taken to improve the operation.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 2008Date of Patent: May 27, 2014Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Michael H. Kenison, Richard Morrison, Robert Van Kuijk, Jose Vidal Noya, Carlos Foinquinos Bocco, Robin Mallalieu
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Patent number: 8505637Abstract: A coiled tubing connection system is used in a well. A connector having an engagement end is used to couple a wellbore device to the end of a coiled tubing. The connector is spoolable, and the engagement end comprises engagement features that facilitate formation of a connection that is dependable and less susceptible to separation.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2010Date of Patent: August 13, 2013Assignee: Schlumberger Technolgoy CorporationInventors: L. Michael McKee, Bart Thomeer, Harold Steven Bissonnette, Michael Ramsey, Robert Bucher, Michael H. Kenison, Robert Greenaway
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Publication number: 20120085531Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a coiled tubing unit. The coiled tubing unit may include coiled tubing with a cable disposed within the coiled tubing. Further, the coiled tubing unit may include a spool about which at least a portion of the coiled tubing is wound, an injector header configured to move the coiled tubing, and a cable slack monitoring feature. The cable slack monitoring feature may be configured to detect an accumulation of cable slack in a portion of the coiled tubing.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 13, 2011Publication date: April 12, 2012Inventors: Larry J. Leising, Frank Espinosa, Michael H. Kenison, Zefer Erkol
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Publication number: 20110089685Abstract: A coiled tubing connection system is used in a well. A connector having an engagement end is used to couple a wellbore device to the end of a coiled tubing. The connector is spoolable, and the engagement end comprises engagement features that facilitate formation of a connection that is dependable and less susceptible to separation.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 22, 2010Publication date: April 21, 2011Inventors: L. Michael McKee, Bart Thomeer, Harold Steven Bissonnette, Michael Ramsey, Robert Bucher, Michael H. Kenison, Robert Greenaway
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Patent number: 7861776Abstract: A coiled tubing connection system is used in a well. A connector having an engagement end is used to couple a wellbore device to the end of a coiled tubing. The connector is spoolable, and the engagement end comprises engagement features that facilitate formation of a connection that is dependable and less susceptible to separation.Type: GrantFiled: August 22, 2006Date of Patent: January 4, 2011Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: L. Michael McKee, Bart Thomeer, Harold Steven Bissonnette, Michael Ramsey, Robert Bucher, Michael H. Kenison, Robert Greenaway
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Patent number: 7827859Abstract: The present invention provides methods and apparatus for obtaining downhole well pressure during wellbore operations. One method comprises providing a well intervention tool comprising a straddle sealing assembly having upper and lower annulus sealing elements and a fluid injection port positioned therebetween, the well intervention tool comprising a fluid injection bore having positioned therein a pressure measurement tool; placing the tool in straddle position about a wellbore region to be intervened, with the pressure measurement tool fluidly connected to a wellbore region below the lower annulus sealing element; and performing the wellbore intervention operation while communicating fluid from below the lower annulus sealing element to the pressure measurement tool, thus obtaining a pressure measurement below the lower annulus sealing element during the wellbore intervention operation. This abstract will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 2007Date of Patent: November 9, 2010Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Douglas Pipchuk, Michael H. Kenison
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Patent number: 7757755Abstract: A technique provides an orientation system combined with downhole equipment used in a well. An orientation device is mounted in the downhole equipment, e.g. a bottom hole assembly, for actuation during angular displacement of the downhole equipment. A sensor is mounted to cooperate with the orientation device in detecting the angular displacement.Type: GrantFiled: October 2, 2007Date of Patent: July 20, 2010Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Michael H. Kenison, L. Michael McKee, Robert Bucher, David P. Smith, Sarmad Adnan
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Publication number: 20100059225Abstract: Apparatus and methods for selectively and safely reversing flow in coiled tubing used for wellbore cleanouts are disclosed. One apparatus includes a section of coiled tubing having a main flow channel, at least two flow-preventing valves in the section of coiled tubing, each adapted to close the main flow channel upon attempted flow reversal; and at least one actuator adapted to deter closing of the flow-preventing valves. This abstract allows a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the disclosure. It will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. 37 CFR 1.72(b).Type: ApplicationFiled: November 9, 2009Publication date: March 11, 2010Inventors: Michael H. Kenison, Michael G. Gay, Robert Bucher, Mahmuda Afroz
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Patent number: 7614452Abstract: Apparatus and methods for selectively and safely reversing flow in coiled tubing used for wellbore cleanouts are disclosed. One apparatus includes a section of coiled tubing having a main flow channel, at least two flow-preventing valves in the section of coiled tubing, each adapted to close the main flow channel upon attempted flow reversal; and at least one actuator adapted to deter closing of the flow-preventing valves. This abstract allows a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the disclosure. It will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. 37 CFR 1.72(b).Type: GrantFiled: June 13, 2005Date of Patent: November 10, 2009Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Michael H. Kenison, Michael G. Gay, Robert Bucher, Mahmuda Afroz
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Publication number: 20090084536Abstract: A technique provides an orientation system combined with downhole equipment used in a well. An orientation device is mounted in the downhole equipment, e.g. a bottom hole assembly, for actuation during angular displacement of the downhole equipment. A sensor is mounted to cooperate with the orientation device in detecting the angular displacement.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 2, 2007Publication date: April 2, 2009Inventors: Michael H. Kenison, L. Michael McKee, Robert Bucher, David P. Smith, Sarmad Adnan
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Publication number: 20090078411Abstract: A technique enables determination of gas influx in a fluid handling system. A tubing is provided for conducting fluid flow therethrough. Pressure signals are transmitted through the fluid in the tubing. Parameters of the pressure signal, e.g. time and/or attenuation, are measured at a first location and a second location along the tubing. Parameter data is evaluated to determine the occurrence of changes indicative of gas influx into the tubing.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 20, 2007Publication date: March 26, 2009Inventors: Michael H. Kenison, Moussa Kane
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Publication number: 20090071645Abstract: A technique for determining conditions downhole in a well, particularly load conditions acting on a well tool, e.g. a bottom hole assembly. The loads acting on a bottom hole assembly or other well tool during a well related operation are measured. Load data is collected and may be transmitted uphole in real time for evaluation at a surface control unit. Based on the load data and other possible data related to the downhole operation, corrective actions can be taken to improve the operation.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 1, 2008Publication date: March 19, 2009Inventors: Michael H. Kenison, Richard Morrison, Robert Van Kuijk, Jose Vidal Noya, Carlos Foinquinos Bocco, Robin Mallalieu
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Publication number: 20080134775Abstract: The present invention provides methods and apparatus for obtaining downhole well pressure during wellbore operations. One method comprises providing a well intervention tool comprising a straddle sealing assembly having upper and lower annulus sealing elements and a fluid injection port positioned therebetween, the well intervention tool comprising a fluid injection bore having positioned therein a pressure measurement tool; placing the tool in straddle position about a wellbore region to be intervened, with the pressure measurement tool fluidly connected to a wellbore region below the lower annulus sealing element; and performing the wellbore intervention operation while communicating fluid from below the lower annulus sealing element to the pressure measurement tool, thus obtaining a pressure measurement below the lower annulus sealing element during the wellbore intervention operation. This abstract will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. 37 CFR 1.72(b).Type: ApplicationFiled: May 21, 2007Publication date: June 12, 2008Inventors: Douglas Pipchuk, Michael H. Kenison
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Publication number: 20080047716Abstract: A coiled tubing connection system is used in a well. A connector having an engagement end is used to couple a wellbore device to the end of a coiled tubing. The connector is spoolable, and the engagement end comprises engagement features that facilitate formation of a connection that is dependable and less susceptible to separation.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 22, 2006Publication date: February 28, 2008Inventors: L. Michael McKee, Bart Thomeer, Harold Steven Bissonnette, Michael Ramsey, Robert Bucher, Michael H. Kenison, Robert Greenaway
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Patent number: 7191844Abstract: A method and apparatus for controlling inflation and deflation of spaced inflatable packer elements of a straddle stimulation tool within a well casing of a well. A straddle stimulation tool is positioned by tubing at a desired location within the well casing. Fluid is pumped through the tubing and tool at a rate inflating the spaced inflatable packer elements within the well casing and establishing an annulus interval. The inflation control retains pressure within the inflated packer elements and permits the flow of stimulation fluid into the annulus interval for stimulation of the formation. After completion of well stimulation, the packer element pressure control is moved to a packer equalizing position by tension applied via the tubing to equalize packer pressure with casing annulus pressure, deflating the packer elements and permitting conveyance of the straddle stimulation tool within the well casing by the tubing string.Type: GrantFiled: January 9, 2004Date of Patent: March 20, 2007Assignee: Schlumberger Technology Corp.Inventors: Michael H. Kenison, William D. Eatwell, Joseph K. Flowers, Gokturk Tunc
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Patent number: 6989764Abstract: A method for actuating or installing downhole equipment in a wellbore employs non-acoustic signals (e.g., radio frequency signals) to locate, inventory, install, or actuate one downhole structure in relation to another downhole structure. The method comprises the steps of: (a) providing a first downhole structure that comprises a non-acoustic (e.g.Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 2001Date of Patent: January 24, 2006Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Hubertus V. Thomeer, Sarmad Adnan, Randolph J. Sheffield, Michael H. Kenison, Kevin J. Forbes