Patents by Inventor James Masino
James Masino 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: 11773718Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods and system for formation fluid sampling. In at least some embodiments, the method includes pumping formation fluid from a public flow line of a downhole tool via a private flow line into a detachable sample chamber. The method also includes isolating the private flow line from the public flow line. The method also includes collecting measurements of the formation fluid in the private flow line. The method also includes associating the measurements with the detachable sample chamber.Type: GrantFiled: March 7, 2014Date of Patent: October 3, 2023Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Lizheng Zhang, Nestor Rodriguez, William Wade Samec, James Masino, Burkay Donderici
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Patent number: 11422079Abstract: A fluid is received into a sample tube. A processor causes an energy to be applied to the sample tube to induce vibration in the sample tube at a resonant frequency of the sample tube containing the fluid. The processor stops the supply of energy to the sample tube. The processor monitors an amplitude of the vibration of the sample tube as the amplitude of the vibrations diminish over a period of time. The processor uses the monitored amplitude to calculate an RF of the sample tube containing the fluid. The processor uses the calculated RF to calculate the viscosity of the fluid.Type: GrantFiled: April 23, 2019Date of Patent: August 23, 2022Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: James Masino, Li Gao
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Publication number: 20190250087Abstract: A fluid is received into a sample tube. A processor causes an energy to be applied to the sample tube to induce vibration in the sample tube at a resonant frequency of the sample tube containing the fluid. The processor stops the supply of energy to the sample tube. The processor monitors an amplitude of the vibration of the sample tube as the amplitude of the vibrations diminish over a period of time. The processor uses the monitored amplitude to calculate an RF of the sample tube containing the fluid. The processor uses the calculated RF to calculate the viscosity of the fluid.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 23, 2019Publication date: August 15, 2019Applicant: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: James Masino, Li Gao
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Patent number: 10324015Abstract: A fluid is received into a sample tube. A processor causes an energy to be applied to the sample tube to induce vibration in the sample tube at a resonant frequency of the sample tube containing the fluid. The processor stops the supply of energy to the sample tube. The processor monitors an amplitude of the vibration of the sample tube as the amplitude of the vibrations diminish over a period of time. The processor uses the monitored amplitude to calculate an RF of the sample tube containing the fluid. The processor uses the calculated RF to calculate the viscosity of the fluid.Type: GrantFiled: March 25, 2014Date of Patent: June 18, 2019Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: James Masino, Li Gao
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Publication number: 20170167255Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods and system for formation fluid sampling. In at least some embodiments, the method includes pumping formation fluid from a public flow line of a downhole tool via a private flow line into a detachable sample chamber. The method also includes isolating the private flow line from the public flow line. The method also includes collecting measurements of the formation fluid in the private flow line. The method also includes associating the measurements with the detachable sample chamber.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 7, 2014Publication date: June 15, 2017Applicant: HALLIBURTON ENERGY SERVICES, INC.Inventors: Lizheng Zhang, Nestor Rodriguez, William Wade Samec, James Masino, Burkay Donderici
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Publication number: 20160327465Abstract: A fluid is received into a sample tube. A processor causes an energy to be applied to the sample tube to induce vibration in the sample tube at a resonant frequency of the sample tube containing the fluid. The processor stops the supply of energy to the sample tube. The processor monitors an amplitude of the vibration of the sample tube as the amplitude of the vibrations diminish over a period of time. The processor uses the monitored amplitude to calculate an RF of the sample tube containing the fluid. The processor uses the calculated RF to calculate the viscosity of the fluid.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 25, 2014Publication date: November 10, 2016Inventors: James Masino, Li Gao
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Publication number: 20160108729Abstract: A measurement device and method for determining the density and viscosity of a fluid in a downhole environment from vibration frequencies of a sample cavity.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 24, 2013Publication date: April 21, 2016Inventors: Gao Li, Michael T. Pelletier, Mark Anton Proett, James Masino
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Patent number: 7750808Abstract: Data retrieval tags, drillstring communications systems and methods, and computer programs are disclosed. The data retrieval tag includes an insulator substrate, at least one analog memory cell disposed on the insulator substrate and an antenna coupled to the analog memory.Type: GrantFiled: May 6, 2005Date of Patent: July 6, 2010Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: James Masino, Li Gao, Chris Golla, Paul F. Rodney
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Patent number: 7268019Abstract: Embodiments of methods and apparatus for high temperature operation of electronics according to the invention are disclosed. One embodiment of the invention generally includes an integrated circuit package having a substrate. A plurality of integrated circuits are coupled to a surface of the substrate. A lid is positioned above the substrate facing the surface. One or more pieces of compliant and thermally conductive material are compressed between at least one of the integrated circuits and the lid. The lid defines in part an enclosed volume containing the compliant and thermally conductive material.Type: GrantFiled: September 22, 2004Date of Patent: September 11, 2007Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Christopher Golla, Roger L. Schultz, James Masino
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Publication number: 20060250243Abstract: Data retrieval tags, drillstring communications systems and methods, and computer programs are disclosed. The data retrieval tag includes an insulator substrate, at least one analog memory cell disposed on the insulator substrate and an antenna coupled to the analog memory.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 6, 2005Publication date: November 9, 2006Inventors: James Masino, Li Gao, Chris Golla, Paul Rodney
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Publication number: 20060227024Abstract: In some embodiments, apparatus and systems, as well as methods, may include providing an analog temperature output responsive to a combination signal comprising a combination of an analog compensation output and a reference signal, and converting the analog temperature output to a digital temperature output responsive to an analog reference signal output, perhaps according to a polynomial function. Providing a digital compensation output corresponding to the digital temperature output, and converting the digital compensation output to the analog compensation output responsive to the analog reference signal output may also be included.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 8, 2005Publication date: October 12, 2006Inventors: James Masino, Roger Schultz
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Publication number: 20060086506Abstract: Apparatus and methods for operating an electronics assembly of a downhole tool. A method comprises disposing a temperature-sensitive electronic component within an insulated chamber contained within a downhole tool. The temperature of the temperature-sensitive electronic component is monitored and a temperature control system is selectively activated to regulate the temperature of the temperature-sensitive electronic component. A downhole electronic assembly comprises a temperature-sensitive electronic component and a temperature-tolerant electronic component in electrical communication with the temperature-sensitive electronic component. An insulating chamber provides a thermal barrier between the temperature-sensitive electronic component and the temperature-tolerant electronic component. A temperature control apparatus in thermal communication with the temperature-sensitive component.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 26, 2004Publication date: April 27, 2006Applicant: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Christopher Golla, James Masino, Roger Schultz
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Publication number: 20060077602Abstract: Disclosed herein are various embodiments of power conversion systems and methods employing synchronous multi-phase AC-to-DC conversion. In one embodiment, a power converter comprises a transistor bridge and a switching controller that operates the transistor bridge in response to AC voltage threshold crossings. The switching controller may include a period counter to measure times between threshold crossings, and a delay counter to trigger a delayed state transition for the transistor bridge. One disclosed method embodiment comprises: receiving multiple phased alternating voltages; comparing each phased alternating voltage to a threshold; determining a period associated with voltage threshold crossings; triggering state transitions at some fraction of the period after each threshold crossing; and placing a transistor bridge into a configuration associated with a current state.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 12, 2004Publication date: April 13, 2006Applicant: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: James Masino, Roger Schultz
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Publication number: 20060060964Abstract: Embodiments of methods and apparatus for high temperature operation of electronics according to the invention are disclosed. One embodiment of the invention generally includes an integrated circuit package having a substrate. A plurality of integrated circuits are coupled to a surface of the substrate. A lid is positioned above the substrate facing the surface. One or more pieces of compliant and thermally conductive material are compressed between at least one of the integrated circuits and the lid. The lid defines in part an enclosed volume containing the compliant and thermally conductive material.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 22, 2004Publication date: March 23, 2006Inventors: Christopher Golla, Roger Schultz, James Masino
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Patent number: 6912904Abstract: A measurement device is provided that determines fluid properties from vibration frequencies of a sample cavity. In one embodiment, the measurement device includes a sample flow tube, vibration source and detector mounted on the tube, and a measurement module. The sample flow tube receives a flow of sample fluid for characterization. The measurement module employs the vibration sources to generate vibrations in the tube. The measurement module combines the signals from the vibration detector on the tube to determine properties of the sample fluid, such as density, viscosity, compressibility, water fraction, and bubble size. The measurement module may further detect certain flow patterns such as slug flow, for example. To measure the sample fluid density, the measurement module determines the resonant frequency of the sample flow tube. The density can then be calculated according to a formula that compensates for the temperature and pressure of the system.Type: GrantFiled: December 5, 2003Date of Patent: July 5, 2005Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Bruce H. Storm, Jr., James Masino, Mark A. Proett, Michael T. Pelletier
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Publication number: 20050107079Abstract: The current invention relates to novel systems and methods for communicating with equipment and sensors located within a lossy environment. In particular, the current invention provides a wireless telemetry system suitable for use in a lossy environment. The wireless telemetry system provides essentially “real-time” communication between subsurface devices and the surface. Additionally, the current invention provides a method for positioning wireless transceivers used in the telemetry systems of the current invention.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 14, 2003Publication date: May 19, 2005Inventors: Roger Schultz, Craig Zitterich, James Masino
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Publication number: 20050104176Abstract: In at least some embodiments, electronic devices suitable for use at temperatures in excess of 200 C. may comprise an integrated circuit fabricated on a silicon carbide substrate, and a thick passivation layer. In other embodiments, electronic devices suitable for use at temperatures in excess of 200 C. may comprise an integrated circuit formed from silicon located on a sapphire substrate, and a thick passivation layer. The electronic devices may be implemented in the context of hydrocarbon drilling and production operations.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 18, 2004Publication date: May 19, 2005Applicant: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Paul Rodney, James Masino, Christopher Golla, Roger Schultz, James Freeman
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Publication number: 20050098318Abstract: Methods and systems for operating integrated circuits at temperatures higher than expected ambient temperatures. The heating may be of entire circuit boards, portions of the circuit boards (such as the components within a multiple-chip module) and/or single devices. Methods and related systems may be used in any high temperature environment such as downhole logging tools, and the devices so heated are preferably of silicon on insulator semiconductor technology.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 6, 2003Publication date: May 12, 2005Applicant: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Paul Rodney, James Masino, Roger Schultz
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Publication number: 20040123645Abstract: A measurement device is provided that determines fluid properties from vibration frequencies of a sample cavity. In one embodiment, the measurement device includes a sample flow tube, vibration source and detector mounted on the tube, and a measurement module. The sample flow tube receives a flow of sample fluid for characterization. The measurement module employs the vibration sources to generate vibrations in the tube. The measurement module combines the signals from the vibration detector on the tube to determine properties of the sample fluid, such as density, viscosity, compressibility, water fraction, and bubble size. The measurement module may further detect certain flow patterns such as slug flow, for example. To measure the sample fluid density, the measurement module determines the resonant frequency of the sample flow tube. The density can then be calculated according to a formula that compensates for the temperature and pressure of the system.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 5, 2003Publication date: July 1, 2004Inventors: Bruce H. Storm, James Masino, Mark A. Proett, Michael T. Pelletier
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Patent number: 6688176Abstract: A measurement device is provided that determines fluid properties from vibration frequencies of a sample cavity. In one embodiment, the measurement device includes a sample flow tube, vibration source and detector mounted on the tube, and a measurement module. The sample flow tube receives a flow of sample fluid for characterization. The measurement module employs the vibration sources to generate vibrations in the tube. The measurement module combines the signals from the vibration detector on the tube to determine properties of the sample fluid, such as density, viscosity, compressibility, water fraction, and bubble size. The measurement module may further detect certain flow patterns such as slug flow, for example. To measure the sample fluid density, the measurement module determines the resonant frequency of the sample flow tube. The density can then be calculated according to a formula that compensates for the temperature and pressure of the system.Type: GrantFiled: October 29, 2001Date of Patent: February 10, 2004Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Bruce H. Storm, Jr., James Masino, Mark A. Proett, Michael T. Pelletier