Abstract: Techniques are disclosed for capturing network traffic in a computing environment comprising a plurality of computing devices. Data packets to be captured are encapsulated within a Virtual Extensible Local Area Network (VXLAN) session. A reserved bit in a header of the encapsulated packet is set to indicate the encapsulated packet includes metadata pertaining to the data traffic to be captured.

Abstract: A gel material for oil and gas conformance control operations is provided. The gel material includes a plurality of gel material components including polyacrylamide, triamine silica, and nanosilica which are added in suitable amounts to form the gel material under a gel formation condition. The present technology replaces and/or supplements conventional crosslinkers and provides enhanced polymeric gels, such as, for oil and gas field applications including wellbore strengthening, loss circulation materials, and water shut-off applications, at high temperatures. The present technology is compatible with fresh and high salinity water.

Abstract: A method for preparing PAM with the aluminum-based crosslinker is provided. The method includes diluting the PAM with deionized water; adding the crosslinker gradually while stirring at room temperature; sonicating in a water bath; adding HCl and KOH to adjust pH; and testing compatibility with salts.

Abstract: New formulation for pyrite scale removal from oil and gas wells and a method of pyrite scale removal are disclosed. The chemical formulation is composed of K2B4O7-4H2O, in a concentration of about 9-20 wt. % of the composition, preferably about 14 wt. % of the composition. The new formulation has the ability to dissolve pyrite without generation of the toxic H2S. Furthermore, the new formulation is cheaper and has very low corrosion rate compare to 15 wt. % HCl with corrosion inhibitor. The disclose method uses the disclosed new formulation to dissolve iron sulphide scale, performed at about 100-150° C. and about 500-2000 psi.

Abstract: A device and method for hanging objects on a wall is disclosed. The device may be a hanging tool that includes a tubular main body that is elongated, has a rectangular cross-sectional profile, and defines a plurality of evenly spaced fastener openings. In use, this hanging tool is positioned on the wall and mounted thereto. Then, a object is placed on an upper surface of the hanging tool and subsequently hung on the wall.

Abstract: A gel material for oil and gas conformance control operations is provided. The gel material includes a plurality of gel material components including polyacrylamide, triamine silica, and nanosilica which are added in suitable amounts to form the gel material under a gel formation condition. The present technology replaces and/or supplements conventional crosslinkers and provides enhanced polymeric gels, such as, for oil and gas field applications including wellbore strengthening, loss circulation materials, and water shut-off applications, at high temperatures. The present technology is compatible with fresh and high salinity water.

Abstract: A device, method, and non-transitory computer readable medium for automatic detection of ritual travel is described. The device includes a processing circuitry configured to determine a relative location and an angle of travel of a user device relative to a central landmark, a first endpoint, and a second endpoint; detect an initial lap around the central landmark based on the relative location and the angle of travel; detect a number of laps taken around the central landmark and a pace of the number of laps; detect a route of travel between the first endpoint and the second endpoint; and provide instructions for completion of ritual travel based on the number of laps taken around the central landmark and the route of travel between the first endpoint and the second endpoint.

Abstract: A smart oqal includes a first loop; a second loop; and a smart pack attached to at least one of the first and second loops. The smart pack is located to not be visible when the oqal is worn on a head of a user, and the smart pack includes at least one sensor for detecting a parameter associated with the head of the user.

Abstract: Excessive water production from oil reservoirs is a main challenge facing the oil and gas industry nowadays. Polymeric gelants have been widely applied to seal the water production zones leading to a more feasible production operation. This disclosure introduces a new inorganic crosslinker that can potentially replace the conventional chromium acetate as crosslinkers for polyacrylamide in low-temperature reservoirs. The developed formulation has the advantage of being more environment-friendly compared to the known-to-be toxic chromium acetate. The formulation has been tested through the whole pH range examining the rheological behavior of the mature gels in the temperature range between 25 to 100° C. While chromium acetate was proven to be sensitive to the presence of sour gases, namely CO2 and H2S, due to the inability to produce a stable gel at the acidic conditions, the proposed crosslinkers are more tolerable towards the high acidity.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure provides a method and a system for labeling and retrieving the protection scope of claims and for labeling information of a gene sequence, wherein the method includes: recognizing a gene sequence from the claims of the current patent application; extracting descriptive texts of the gene sequence from the claims based on a preset keyword; determining similarity information of the gene sequence based on the extracted descriptive texts, and labeling the scope of the claims of the gene sequence based on the similarity information. In the technical solutions provide in the embodiments of the present disclosure, a sequence retrieval can be performed in a patent library, and the accuracy of the gene sequence retrieval can be improved.

Abstract: Provided herein are compositions and methods useful for the treatment of wastewater comprising colloidal impurities. In certain aspects and embodiments, the compositions and methods include a natural deep eutectic solvent (NADES) coagulant including a hydrogen bond acceptor and a hydrogen bond donor, wherein the NADES is a liquid at room temperature.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to systems, methods, and apparatuses for using public information available from a variety of databases and Internet-based resources to obtain and group information to determine related chemical structures, undertake three-dimensional landscape analyses to access those related chemical structures and obtain other information about them including but not limited to patent data, patent family structures, litigation-related information, regulatory and marketing approval information, and other types of information that helps a user understand the medical, technical, and legal landscape associated with certain chemical structures of interest as well as related chemical structures. In addition, the embodiments provide a novel navigation paradigm of search results and content items so that the user can more intuitively and more efficiently get and manipulate information relating to chemical structures that are grouped based on their chemical similarities.

Abstract: New formulation for pyrite scale removal from oil and gas wells and a method of pyrite scale removal are disclosed. The chemical formulation is composed of K2B4O7-4H2O, in a concentration of about 9-20 wt. % of the composition, preferably about 14 wt. % of the composition. The new formulation has the ability to dissolve pyrite without generation of the toxic H2S. Furthermore, the new formulation is cheaper and has very low corrosion rate compare to 15 wt. % HCl with corrosion inhibitor. The disclose method uses the disclosed new formulation to dissolve iron sulphide scale, performed at about 100-150° C. and about 500-2000 psi.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to systems, methods, and apparatuses for using public information available from a variety of databases and Internet-based resources to obtain and group information to determine related chemical structures, undertake three-dimensional landscape analyses to access those related chemical structures and obtain other information about them including but not limited to patent data, patent family structures, litigation-related information, regulatory and marketing approval information, and other types of information that helps a user understand the medical, technical, and legal landscape associated with certain chemical structures of interest as well as related chemical structures. In addition, the embodiments provide a novel navigation paradigm of search results and content items so that the user can more intuitively and more efficiently get and manipulate information relating to chemical structures that are grouped based on their chemical similarities.

Abstract: Organoclay is used as an alternative emulsifier and reinforcing agent to enhance the strength of emulsified polymeric gel aqueous solutions and form water in oil emulsions. The stability of the emulsion can be controlled by controlling salinity and the intensity of initial mixing. The new system can be used for water shut-off treatments as well as a relative permeability modifier in high water permeability zones. In addition, the system can tolerate salts much better than classical surfactants. This system will be appropriate for wellbores having high temperature (>85° C.) with harsh environmental conditions.

Abstract: Method of converting calcium bentonite to sodium bentonite that is suitable for use as drilling mud or a cement additive. After the addition of a calcium bentonite sample to a prepared soda ash solution at predetermined soda ash/bentonite weight ratios, the bentonite suspension is continuously heated and stirred for up to 24 h. The heating and stirring are crucial towards enhancing the sodium activation of the bentonite, as well as other rheological properties of the bentonite.

Abstract: Organoclay is used as an alternative emulsifier and reinforcing agent and to enhance the strength of emulsified polymeric gel aqueous solutions and form water in oil emulsions. The stability of the emulsion can be controlled by controlling salinity and the intensity of initial mixing. The new system can be used for water shut-off treatments as well as a relative permeability modifier in high water permeability zones. In addition, the system can tolerate salts much better than classical surfactants. This system will be appropriate for wellbores having high temperature (>85° C.) with harsh environmental conditions.

Abstract: Organoclay is used as an alternative emulsifier and reinforcing agent to enhance the strength of emulsified polymeric gel aqueous solutions and form water in oil emulsions. The stability of the emulsion can be controlled by controlling salinity and the intensity of initial mixing. The new system can be used for water shut-off treatments as well as a relative permeability modifier in high water permeability zones. In addition, the system can tolerate salts much better than classical surfactants. This system will be appropriate for wellbores having high temperature (>85° C.) with harsh environmental conditions.

Abstract: The present disclosure introduces methods and apparatus for connecting first and second downhole components. A first interface of a first subassembly is coupled to a first component. The first subassembly includes a first connector. A second interface of a second subassembly is coupled to a second component. The second subassembly includes a body and a second connector extendable from the body. The second connector remains communicably connected to the second interface by a conductor extendable from and retractable into the body, including when the second connector is extended away from the body and coupled to the first connector.

Abstract: A device and method for storing tire repair material in or around the wheel barrel of a tire. Also, a device and a method for repairing a compromised tire using tire repair material stored in or around the wheel barrel of a tire. In some embodiments, the means for storing the tire repair material in or around the wheel barrel may comprise non-interconnected bays. Device embodiments may also comprise a tire repair material applying means (for example, means utilizing some form of propulsion and/or spraying). Thus, in some embodiments, the tire repair material may be applied to a compromised section of the inside surface of the tire, originating from the direction of the wheel barrel. In some embodiments, the device may also comprise a means for detecting a compromised tire and the punctured section thereof, as well as a means for signaling commencement of application of the tire repair material.