Patents by Inventor Jiten Chatterji

Jiten Chatterji 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).

  • Well treatment compositions and methods utilizing nano-particles
    Patent number: 9199879
    Abstract: Disclosed embodiments relate to well treatment fluids and methods that utilize nano-particles. Exemplary nano-particles are selected from the group consisting of particulate nano-silica, nano-alumina, nano-zinc oxide, nano-boron, nano-iron oxide, and combinations thereof. Embodiments also relate to methods of cementing that include the use of nano-particles. An exemplary method of cementing comprises introducing a cement composition into a subterranean formation, wherein the cement composition comprises cement, water and a particulate nano-silica. Embodiments also relate to use of nano-particles in drilling fluids, completion fluids, simulation fluids, and well clean-up fluids.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2015
    Assignee: Halliburton Energy Serives, Inc.
    Inventors: Carl J. Thaemlitz, Craig W. Roddy, Ricky L. Covington, Jiten Chatterji, D. Chad Brenneis
  • Sugar Cane Ash in Spacer Fluids
    Publication number: 20150322327
    Abstract: Disclosed are spacer fluids and methods of use in subterranean formations. Embodiments may include using a spacer fluid comprising sugar cane ash and water to displace a drilling fluid in a wellbore.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2014
    Publication date: November 12, 2015
    Applicant: HALLIBURTON ENERGY SERVICES, INC.
    Inventors: Jiten Chatterji, Thomas Jason Pisklak, Darrell Chad Brenneis, James Robert Benkley
  • Red Mud Solids in Spacer Fluids
    Publication number: 20150315875
    Abstract: Disclosed are spacer fluids and methods of use in subterranean formations. Embodiments may include using a spacer fluid comprising red mud solids and water to displace a drilling fluid in a wellbore.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2014
    Publication date: November 5, 2015
    Applicant: HALLIBURTON ENERGY SERVICES, INC.
    Inventors: Jiten Chatterji, Thomas Jason Pisklak, Darrell Chad Brenneis, James Robert Benkley
  • Compositions comprising kiln dust and wollastonite and methods of use in subterranean formations
    Patent number: 9157020
    Abstract: Embodiments relate to cementing operations and, more particularly, in certain embodiments, to settable compositions that comprise kiln dust and wollastonite and methods of use in subterranean formations. An embodiment discloses a method of cementing comprising: providing a settable composition comprising kiln dust, wollastonite, and water; and allowing the settable composition to set.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2015
    Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.
    Inventors: Jiten Chatterji, Darrell Chad Brenneis, Baya Adams, Craig Wayne Roddy
  • Compositions comprising kiln dust and wollastonite and methods of use in subterranean formations
    Patent number: 9150773
    Abstract: Embodiments relate to cementing operations and, more particularly, in certain embodiments, to settable compositions that comprise kiln dust and wollastonite and methods of use in subterranean formations. An embodiment discloses a method of cementing comprising: providing a settable composition comprising kiln dust, wollastonite, and water; and allowing the settable composition to set.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 6, 2015
    Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.
    Inventors: Jiten Chatterji, Darrell Chad Brenneis, Baya Adams, Craig Wayne Roddy
  • Consolidating Spacer Fluids and Methods of Use
    Publication number: 20150247383
    Abstract: Disclosed are spacer fluids and methods of use in subterranean formations. Embodiments may include use of consolidating spacer fluids in displacement of drilling fluids from a well bore annulus.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2015
    Publication date: September 3, 2015
    Inventors: Jiten Chatterji, D. Chad Brenneis, Crystal L. Keys, James R. Benkley, Craig W. Roddy, Ronnie G. Morgan, Rickey L. Morgan
  • Plugging composition using swellable glass additives
    Patent number: 9120962
    Abstract: Methods and compositions for plugging in a subterranean formation are provided. An example comprises providing a composition comprising a cementitious material, water, and a swellable glass additive, wherein the swellable glass additive comprises a plurality of interconnected organosilica nanoparticles; and introducing the composition into a subterranean formation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 1, 2015
    Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.
    Inventors: Jiten Chatterji, Craig Wayne Roddy, Darrell Chad Brenneis, Gregory Robert Hundt
  • Magnesium Metal Ore Waste in Well Cementing
    Publication number: 20150218905
    Abstract: Methods and compositions are provided that utilize magnesium metal ore waste in well cementing. A method of cementing may comprise introducing a cement composition into a subterranean formation, wherein the cement composition comprises water and a cement component comprising magnesium metal ore waste; and allowing the cement composition to set.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2014
    Publication date: August 6, 2015
    Applicant: HALLIBURTON ENERGY SERVICES, INC.
    Inventors: Jiten Chatterji, Darrell Chad Brenneis, Craig Wayne Roddy, Gregory Robert Hundt
  • Placing a fluid comprising kiln dust in a wellbore through a bottom hole assembly
    Patent number: 9051505
    Abstract: Embodiments relate to systems and methods for introduction of fluids comprising kiln dust into a wellbore through a bottom hole assembly. An embodiment discloses a method comprising: drilling a wellbore in a subterranean formation using a bottom hole assembly; and pumping a treatment fluid into the wellbore through the bottom hole assembly, wherein the treatment fluid comprises a kiln dust and water.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 26, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 9, 2015
    Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.
    Inventors: Craig Wayne Roddy, Clive Denis Menezes, James Robert Benkley, Darrell Chad Brenneis, Jiten Chatterji, Ronnie Glen Morgan
  • Consolidating Spacer Fluids and Methods of Use
    Publication number: 20150107838
    Abstract: Disclosed are spacer fluids and methods of use in subterranean formations. Embodiments may include use of consolidating spacer fluids in displacement of drilling fluids from a well bore annulus.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2014
    Publication date: April 23, 2015
    Applicant: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.
    Inventors: Jiten Chatterji, D. Chad Brenneis, Crystal L. Keys, James R. Benkley, Craig W. Roddy, Ronnie G. Morgan, Rickey L. Morgan
  • Placing a fluid comprising kiln dust in a wellbore through a bottom hole assembly
    Patent number: 9006155
    Abstract: Embodiments relate to systems and methods for introduction of fluids comprising kiln dust into a wellbore through a bottom hole assembly. An embodiment discloses a method comprising: drilling a wellbore in a subterranean formation using a bottom hole assembly; and pumping a treatment fluid into the wellbore through the bottom hole assembly, wherein the treatment fluid comprises a kiln dust and water.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 23, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2015
    Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.
    Inventors: Craig Wayne Roddy, Clive Denis Menezes, James Robert Benkley, Darrell Chad Brenneis, Jiten Chatterji, Ronnie Glen Morgan
  • Cement compositions comprising sub-micron alumina and associated methods
    Patent number: 8940670
    Abstract: Methods and compositions that comprise sub-micron alumina for accelerating setting of a cement composition. An embodiment includes a method of cementing in a subterranean formation. The method may comprise introducing a cement composition into the subterranean formation, wherein the cement composition comprises hydraulic cement, sub-micron alumina, and water. The method further may comprise allowing the cement composition to set in the subterranean formation. Another embodiment includes a cement composition that may comprise hydraulic cement, sub-micron alumina, and water.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 2012
    Date of Patent: January 27, 2015
    Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.
    Inventors: Rahul Chandrakant Patil, B. Raghava Reddy, Abhimanyu Deshpande, Christopher L. Gordon, Craig W. Roddy, Jiten Chatterji, Roger S. Cromwell
  • Pumice-containing remedial compositions and systems for use
    Patent number: 8910708
    Abstract: Systems for remedial cementing are provided that utilize pumice and various additives. One of the systems for remedial cementing embodiments comprises a lightweight settable composition comprising pumice, a calcium activator, and water, wherein the lightweight settable composition has a density of less than about 13.5 pounds per gallon; mixing equipment for mixing the lightweight settable composition; and pumping equipment for delivering the lightweight settable composition to a well bore.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 16, 2014
    Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.
    Inventors: Jiten Chatterji, D. Chad Brenneis, James R. Benkley
  • Methods and Cement Compositions Utilizing Treated Polyolefin Fibers
    Publication number: 20140364535
    Abstract: Methods and cement compositions are provided that utilize treated polyolefin fibers for lost circulation and/or mechanical property enhancement. Disclosed is a method comprising: providing a cement composition comprising: a hydraulic cement; water; and treated polyolefin fibers that are rod-shaped and have a length in a range from about 0.0625 inches to about 0.25 inches, wherein the treated polyolefin fibers have been treated with a surfactant to make the treated polyolefin fibers hydrophilic; placing the cement composition in a selected location; and allowing the cement composition to set.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 5, 2013
    Publication date: December 11, 2014
    Inventors: Jiten Chatterji, James Robert Benkley, Gregory Robert Hundt, Darrell Chad Brenneis, John Lewis Dennis, JR.
  • Pumice-containing remedial compositions and methods of use
    Patent number: 8899329
    Abstract: Methods and compositions are provided that utilize pumice and various additives. An embodiment provides a method of remedial cementing in a subterranean formation comprising: providing a lightweight settable composition comprising pumice, a calcium activator, and water, wherein the lightweight settable composition has a density of less than about 13.5 pounds per gallon and is free of Portland cement; and using the lightweight settable composition in a remedial cementing method to seal one or more voids in a well bore. Also provided are pumice-containing remedial compositions and systems for remedial cementing.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2014
    Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.
    Inventors: Jiten Chatterji, D. Chad Brenneis, James R. Benkley
  • Methods and compositions comprising cement kiln dust having an altered particle size
    Patent number: 8895486
    Abstract: Methods and compositions are disclosed that comprise cement kiln dust having a mean particle size that has been altered. An embodiment discloses a method of preparing cement kiln dust comprising: providing cement kiln dust having an original particle size; and altering the mean particle size of the cement kiln dust from the original size by grinding, separating, or a combination thereof. Another embodiment discloses a well treatment fluid comprising: cement kiln dust having a mean particle size that has been altered from its original size by grinding, separating, or a combination thereof; and water.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2014
    Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.
    Inventors: Craig W. Roddy, Jiten Chatterji, Chad Brenneis, Callie R. Jarratt
  • Methods and compositions comprising cement kiln dust having an altered particle size
    Patent number: 8895485
    Abstract: Methods and compositions are disclosed that comprise cement kiln dust having a mean particle size that has been altered. An embodiment discloses a method of preparing cement kiln dust comprising: providing cement kiln dust having an original particle size; and altering the mean particle size of the cement kiln dust from the original size by grinding, separating, or a combination thereof. Another embodiment discloses a well treatment fluid comprising: cement kiln dust having a mean particle size that has been altered from its original size by grinding, separating, or a combination thereof; and water.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 22, 2012
    Date of Patent: November 25, 2014
    Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.
    Inventors: Craig W. Roddy, Jiten Chatterji, Chad Brenneis, Callie R. Jarratt
  • Placing a Fluid Comprising Kiln Dust in a Wellbore Through a Bottom Hole Assembly
    Publication number: 20140326446
    Abstract: Embodiments relate to systems and methods for introduction of fluids comprising kiln dust into a wellbore through a bottom hole assembly. An embodiment discloses a method comprising: drilling a wellbore in a subterranean formation using a bottom hole assembly; and pumping a treatment fluid into the wellbore through the bottom hole assembly, wherein the treatment fluid comprises a kiln dust and water.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 23, 2014
    Publication date: November 6, 2014
    Applicant: HALLIBURTON ENERGY SERVICES, INC.
    Inventors: Craig Wayne Roddy, Clive Denis Menezes, James Robert Benkley, Darrell Chad Brenneis, Jiten Chatterji, Ronnie Glen Morgan
  • Pumice-Containing Remedial Compositions and Methods of Use
    Publication number: 20140318764
    Abstract: Systems for remedial cementing are provided that utilize pumice and various additives. One of the systems for remedial cementing embodiments comprises a lightweight settable composition comprising pumice, a calcium activator, and water, wherein the lightweight settable composition has a density of less than about 13.5 pounds per gallon; mixing equipment for mixing the lightweight settable composition; and pumping equipment for delivering the lightweight settable composition to a well bore.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2013
    Publication date: October 30, 2014
    Applicant: HALLIBURTON ENERGY SERVICES, INC.
    Inventors: Jiten Chatterji, D. Chad Brenneis, James R. Benkley
  • Pumice-Containing Remedial Compositions and Methods of Use
    Publication number: 20140318784
    Abstract: Methods and compositions are provided that utilize pumice and various additives. An embodiment provides a method of remedial cementing in a subterranean formation comprising: providing a lightweight settable composition comprising pumice, a calcium activator, and water, wherein the lightweight settable composition has a density of less than about 13.5 pounds per gallon and is free of Portland cement; and using the lightweight settable composition in a remedial cementing method to seal one or more voids in a well bore. Also provided are pumice-containing remedial compositions and systems for remedial cementing.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2013
    Publication date: October 30, 2014
    Applicant: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.
    Inventors: Jiten Chatterji, D. Chad Brenneis, James R. Benkley