Patents by Inventor Craig D. Johnson
Craig D. Johnson 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: 7681640Abstract: The present invention provides a screen for a well that utilizes a partial screen wrapping used to advantage with side conduits (e.g., alternate flowpaths), control lines, intelligent completions devices, and the like. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.Type: GrantFiled: October 6, 2006Date of Patent: March 23, 2010Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Patrick W. Bixenman, Craig D. Johnson, Jake A. Danos, Matthew R. Hackworth
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Patent number: 7493959Abstract: An apparatus includes a connector to connect a first tubing section and a second tubing section together. The connector that includes a body that includes a first opening to receive the first tubing section, a second opening to receive the second tubing section, and a passageway. The apparatus includes a member that is adapted to be moved from a retracted position to an extended position to form a sealed connection between a tubular member that is connected to the first tubing section and the passageway.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2006Date of Patent: February 24, 2009Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Craig D. Johnson, Matthew R. Hackworth, Michael D. Langlais, David W. Wang, Laurent Alteirac, Stephane J. Virally, Jason Bigelow, Kerby J. Dufrene, Bruno Khan, Martin Prado, Ashish Sharma
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Patent number: 7398831Abstract: An apparatus suitable for use in a wellbore comprises an expandable bistable device. An exemplary device has a plurality of bistable cells formed into a tubular shape. Each bistable cell comprises at least two elongated members that are connected to each other at their ends. The device is stable in a first configuration and a second configuration.Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 2002Date of Patent: July 15, 2008Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: L. McD. Schetky, Craig D. Johnson, Matthew R. Hackworth, Patrick W. Bixenman
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Patent number: 7191842Abstract: A technique utilizes blocking members to resist contraction of expandables in wellbore environments. The technique comprises an expandable having a wall with a plurality of expandable cells. A plurality of blocking members cooperate with at least some of the cells to resist contraction of the expandable device once transitioned to a desired expanded state.Type: GrantFiled: March 12, 2003Date of Patent: March 20, 2007Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Matthew R. Hackworth, Craig D. Johnson, Laurent N. Alteirac, Kevin W. Hayes, Don Eubank, Joel McClurkin
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Patent number: 7185709Abstract: An apparatus suitable for use in a wellbore comprises an expandable bistable device. An exemplary device has a plurality of bistable cells formed into a tubular shape. Each bistable cell comprises at least two elongated members that are connected to each other at their ends. The device is stable in a first configuration and a second configuration.Type: GrantFiled: March 23, 2004Date of Patent: March 6, 2007Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: L. McDonald Schetky, Craig D. Johnson, Matthew R. Hackworth, Patrick W. Bixenman
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Patent number: 7182134Abstract: An intelligent well system and method has a sand face completion and a monitoring system to monitor application of a well operation. Various equipment and services may be used. In another aspect, the invention provides a monitoring system for determining placement of a well treatment. Yet another aspect of the invention is an instrumented sand screen. Another aspect is a connector for routing control lines. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract which will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. 37 CFR 1.Type: GrantFiled: March 10, 2004Date of Patent: February 27, 2007Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Rodney J. Wetzel, Sudhir Pai, David R. Smith, Peter V. Howard, Craig D. Johnson, Jake A. Danos, Patrick W. Bixenman
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Patent number: 7168485Abstract: An expandable device, such as a sand screen, is used in a wellbore. The expandable device comprises an expandable base pipe and a filter layer that facilitates expansion of the device while maintaining filtering capability.Type: GrantFiled: July 31, 2003Date of Patent: January 30, 2007Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Craig D Johnson, Matthew R. Hackworth, Kian Rasa, Christopher S. Del Campo, Rod W. Shampine, Claude J. Vercaemer, Gerhard Schoonderbeek
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Patent number: 7168486Abstract: A technique for connecting expandable tubulars. The technique comprises an expandable connector system that facilitates the connection of tubular components, such as tubulars used in wellbore environments.Type: GrantFiled: October 30, 2003Date of Patent: January 30, 2007Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Matthew R. Hackworth, Craig D. Johnson, Patrick W. Bixenman
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Patent number: 7156180Abstract: An apparatus suitable for use in a wellbore comprises an expandable bistable device. An exemplary device has a plurality of bistable cells formed into a tubular shape. Each bistable cell comprises at least two elongated members that are connected to each other at their ends. The device is stable in a first configuration and a second configuration.Type: GrantFiled: October 7, 2005Date of Patent: January 2, 2007Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: L. McD. Schetky, Craig D. Johnson, Matthew R. Hackworth, Patrick W. Bixenman
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Patent number: 7134501Abstract: A particulate screen suitable for use in a wellbore. The particulate screen is expandable and may be at least partially formed of a bistable tubular. Also, a filter media may be combined with the bistable tubular to limit influx of particulates.Type: GrantFiled: February 11, 2004Date of Patent: November 14, 2006Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Craig D. Johnson, Matthew R. Hackworth, Patrick W. Bixenman
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Patent number: 7131494Abstract: The present invention provides a screen for a well that utilizes a partial screen wrapping used to advantage with side conduits (e.g., alternate flowpaths), control lines, intelligent completions devices, and the like. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.Type: GrantFiled: December 22, 2004Date of Patent: November 7, 2006Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Patrick W. Bixenman, Craig D. Johnson, Jake A. Danos, Matthew R. Hackworth
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Patent number: 7104324Abstract: An intelligent well system and method has a sand face completion and a monitoring system to monitor application of a well operation. Various equipment and services may be used. In another aspect, the invention provides a monitoring system for determining placement of a well treatment. Yet another aspect of the invention is an instrumented sand screen. Another aspect is a connector for routing control lines.Type: GrantFiled: September 16, 2004Date of Patent: September 12, 2006Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Rodney J. Wetzel, Sudhir Pai, David R. Smith, Peter V. Howard, Craig D. Johnson, Michael Langlais, Jake A. Danos, Patrick W. Bixenman
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Patent number: 7086476Abstract: The present system and method comprises an expandable device for use in wellbores. In one embodiment, the present device comprises a plurality of slots disposed within the device. The slots define expansion compensation portions, wherein the compensation portions facilitate radial expansion of the device while concurrently maintaining essentially constant the axial length of the device. The present technique also comprises a method of forming the device in accordance therewith.Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 2003Date of Patent: August 8, 2006Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Craig D. Johnson, Matthew R. Hackworth
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Patent number: 7055609Abstract: A handling and assembly system and method for use in deploying tubing in a subterranean environment. A framework is used to linearly engage sequential tubular members as a tubing string is formed and run into a subterranean environment. The system also facilitates the disassembly of the individual tubular components from the tubing string.Type: GrantFiled: June 2, 2003Date of Patent: June 6, 2006Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Kevin W. Hayes, Craig D. Johnson, Dennis L. Mills, Matthew R. Hackworth, Michael D. Langlais, Martin Prado
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Patent number: 7048052Abstract: At least a first expandable tubular and a second expandable tubular are connected to each other by a connector system. The connector system is expandable and utilizes a plurality of extensions that may be used to create an interlocking engagement. The system design enables both the tubulars and the connector system to be expanded to an increased diameter.Type: GrantFiled: October 30, 2003Date of Patent: May 23, 2006Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Matthew R. Hackworth, Craig D. Johnson, Patrick W. Bixenman
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Patent number: 7036600Abstract: A technique for deploying expandables is provided. The technique comprises actuating an expansion tool such that the expansion tool imparts an outwardly directed radial force on an expandable tubular. More specifically, the expansion tool imparts radial expansion forces against an interior surface of the tubular thereby allowing the tubular to be deployed in a wellbore environment.Type: GrantFiled: July 23, 2003Date of Patent: May 2, 2006Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Craig D. Johnson, Joel E. McClurkin, Kian Rasa, Peter A. Goode, David L. Malone
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Patent number: 6848510Abstract: The present invention provides a screen for a well that utilizes a partial screen wrapping used to advantage with side conduits (e.g., alternate flowpaths), control lines, intelligent completions devices, and the like. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.Type: GrantFiled: February 20, 2002Date of Patent: February 1, 2005Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Patrick W. Bixenman, Craig D. Johnson, Jake A. Danos, Matthew R. Hackworth
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Patent number: 6817410Abstract: An intelligent well system and method has a sand face completion and a monitoring system to monitor application of a well operation. Various equipment and services may be used. In another aspect, the invention provides a monitoring system for determining placement of a well treatment. Yet another aspect of the invention is an instrumented sand screen. Another aspect is a connector for routing control lines.Type: GrantFiled: April 29, 2002Date of Patent: November 16, 2004Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Rodney J. Wetzel, Sudhir Pai, David R. Smith, Peter V. Howard, Craig D. Johnson, Michael Langlais, Jake A. Danos, Patrick W. Bixenman
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Patent number: 6799637Abstract: An apparatus suitable for use in a wellbore comprises an expandable bistable device. An exemplary device has a plurality of bistable cells formed into a tubular shape. Each bistable cell comprises at least two elongated members that are connected to each other at their ends. The device is stable in a first configuration and a second configuration.Type: GrantFiled: October 9, 2001Date of Patent: October 5, 2004Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: L. McD. Schetky, Craig D. Johnson, Matthew R. Hackworth, Patrick W. Bixenman
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Publication number: 20040182581Abstract: An apparatus suitable for use in a wellbore comprises an expandable bistable device. An exemplary device has a plurality of bistable cells formed into a tubular shape. Each bistable cell comprises at least two elongated members that are connected to each other at their ends. The device is stable in a first configuration and a second configuration.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 12, 2004Publication date: September 23, 2004Inventors: L. McD. Schetky, Craig D. Johnson, Matthew R. Hackworth, Patrick W. Bixenman