Patents by Inventor Matthew Hackworth

Matthew Hackworth 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).

  • Patent number: 8261821
    Abstract: A hydrocyclone separator assembly includes a longitudinal housing configured for disposal in a wellbore, wherein the longitudinal housing comprises a discharge head disposed at one end of the longitudinal housing, wherein the discharge head includes at least one overflow port and at least one underflow port; a plurality of hydrocyclones disposed arranged in a same orientation in the longitudinal housing, wherein the plurality of hydrocyclone each comprise an overflow exit and an underflow exit, wherein at least two of the overflow exits of the plurality of hydrocyclones are connected to a common tubing that is connected to the at least one overflow port on the discharge head, wherein at least two of the underflow exits of the plurality of hydrocyclones are connected to separate tubings that are connected to the at least one underflow port on the discharge head.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2012
    Assignee: Schlumberger Technology Corporation
    Inventors: Matthew Hackworth, Brigitte Finkiewicz, Dwayne Cartier
  • Publication number: 20110146976
    Abstract: A hydrocyclone separator assembly includes a longitudinal housing configured for disposal in a wellbore, wherein the longitudinal housing comprises a discharge head disposed at one end of the longitudinal housing, wherein the discharge head includes at least one overflow port and at least one underflow port; a plurality of hydrocyclones disposed arranged in a same orientation in the longitudinal housing, wherein the plurality of hydrocyclone each comprise an overflow exit and an underflow exit, wherein at least two of the overflow exits of the plurality of hydrocyclones are connected to a common tubing that is connected to the at least one overflow port on the discharge head, wherein at least two of the underflow exits of the plurality of hydrocyclones are connected to separate tubings that are connected to the at least one underflow port on the discharge head.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2009
    Publication date: June 23, 2011
    Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
    Inventors: Matthew Hackworth, Brigitte Finkiewicz, Dwayne Cartier
  • Patent number: 7549837
    Abstract: A centrifugal pump includes a rotatable shaft; and at lest one impeller attached to the rotatable shaft, wherein the at least one impeller includes a top plate, and a bottom plate, and a plurality of vanes enclosed between the top plate and the bottom plate, wherein at least one of the plurality of vanes has a trailing end that comprises a first surface that adjoins the top plate substantially at an outer edge of the top plate and a second surface that is substantially flush with an axially outward surface of the bottom plate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 13, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 23, 2009
    Assignee: Schlumberger Technology Corporation
    Inventors: Matthew Hackworth, David Eslinger, Norwood R. Harrell
  • Patent number: 7397388
    Abstract: A system that is usable with a subterranean well includes an assembly and a telemetry tool. The system includes an assembly that performs a downhole measurement. The system also includes a downhole telemetry tool to modulate a carrier stimulus that is communicated through a downhole fluid to communicate the downhole measurement uphole.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 20, 2004
    Date of Patent: July 8, 2008
    Assignee: Schlumberger Technology Corporation
    Inventors: Songming Huang, Franck Monmont, Robert Tennent, Matthew Hackworth, Craig Johnson
  • Publication number: 20080101921
    Abstract: A centrifugal pump includes a rotatable shaft; and at lest one impeller attached to the rotatable shaft, wherein the at least one impeller includes a top plate, and a bottom plate, and a plurality of vanes enclosed between the top plate and the bottom plate, wherein at least one of the plurality of vanes has a trailing end that comprises a first surface that adjoins the top plate substantially at an outer edge of the top plate and a second surface that is substantially flush with an axially outward surface of the bottom plate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 13, 2006
    Publication date: May 1, 2008
    Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
    Inventors: Matthew Hackworth, David Eslinger, Norwood R. Harrell
  • Publication number: 20070272411
    Abstract: A system and method for completing a well with multiple zones of production is provided, including a casing having a plurality of valves integrated therein for isolating each well zone, establishing communication between each underlying formation and the interior of the casing, and delivering a treatment fluid to each of the multiple well zones. Furthermore, the present invention further discloses mechanisms for actuating one or more of the valves including, but not limited to, a dart, a drop ball, a running tool, and control line actuating system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 7, 2007
    Publication date: November 29, 2007
    Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
    Inventors: JORGE LOPEZ DE CARDENAS, GARY RYTLEWSKI, MATTHEW HACKWORTH
  • Publication number: 20070102153
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2006
    Publication date: May 10, 2007
    Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
    Inventors: Patrick Bixenman, Craig Johnson, Jake Danos, Matthew Hackworth
  • Publication number: 20070084608
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2006
    Publication date: April 19, 2007
    Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
    Inventors: Patrick Bixenman, Craig Johnson, Jake Danos, Matthew Hackworth
  • Publication number: 20060279078
    Abstract: An apparatus includes a first connector and a member. The first connector connects a first tubing section and a second tubing section together. The member is adapted to be moved from a retracted to an extended position to form a sealed connection between a first tubular member that is connected to the first tubing section and a second tubular member that is connected to the second tubing section. In another embodiment of the invention, an apparatus includes a first connector and a member. The first connector forms a connection between a first tubing section and the second tubing section and leaves a gap between a first end of a first tubular member that is connected to the first tubing section and a second end of a second tubular member that is connected to the second tubing section. The member is inserted into the gap to seal the first tubular member and the second tubular member together.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 31, 2006
    Publication date: December 14, 2006
    Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
    Inventors: Craig Johnson, Matthew Hackworth, Michael Langlais, David Wang, Laurent Alteirac, Stephane Virally, Jason Bigelow, Kerby Dufrene, Bruno Khan, Martin Prado, Ashish Sharma
  • Publication number: 20060144590
    Abstract: A system and method for completing a well with multiple zones of production is provided. For example, a well completion system is provided including one or more polished bore receptacles installed in a casing and a fluid delivery device having at least one seal assembly for selectively isolating a selected well zone and delivering a fluid to the selected zone. Furthermore, a perforating gun may be connected to the fluid delivery device to facilitate perforating a target well zone, isolating the target well zone, and treating the target well zone in a single trip.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2004
    Publication date: July 6, 2006
    Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
    Inventors: Jorge Lopez de Cardenas, Gary Rytlewski, Matthew Hackworth, John Whitsitt, Jose Garcia
  • Publication number: 20060124310
    Abstract: A system and method for completing a well with multiple zones of production is provided, including a casing having a plurality of valves integrated therein for isolating each well zone, establishing communication between each underlying formation and the interior of the casing, and delivering a treatment fluid to each of the multiple well zones. Furthermore, the present invention further discloses mechanisms for actuating one or more of the valves including, but not limited to, a dart, a drop ball, a running tool, and control line actuating system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 14, 2004
    Publication date: June 15, 2006
    Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
    Inventors: Jorge Lopez de Cardenas, Gary Rytlewski, Matthew Hackworth
  • Publication number: 20060042801
    Abstract: An isolation device that has a metal bladder that is deformed downhole, such as by hydroforming. Certain aspects of the present invention include methods for implementing and using the isolation device, manufacturing techniques for making the device, sleeve properties and other device components. 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 1.72(b).
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 24, 2004
    Publication date: March 2, 2006
    Inventors: Matthew Hackworth, Craig Johnson, Martin Prado, Jose Garcia
  • Publication number: 20060027376
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: October 7, 2005
    Publication date: February 9, 2006
    Inventors: L. Schetky, Craig Johnson, Matthew Hackworth, Patrick Bixenman
  • Publication number: 20050279510
    Abstract: A control line can be positioned in a downhole completion. For example, the control line can be deployed in a protected position along a stinger to reduce the potential for damaging the control line during installation, removal or operation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2004
    Publication date: December 22, 2005
    Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
    Inventors: Dinesh Patel, Gilles Dessoulavy, Matthew Hackworth
  • Publication number: 20050241709
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: July 15, 2005
    Publication date: November 3, 2005
    Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
    Inventors: Craig Johnson, Matthew Hackworth
  • Publication number: 20050200127
    Abstract: An apparatus includes a first connector and a member. The first connector connects a first tubing section and a second tubing section together. The member is adapted to be moved from a retracted to an extended position to form a sealed connection between a first tubular member that is connected to the first tubing section and a second tubular member that is connected to the second tubing section. In another embodiment of the invention, an apparatus includes a first connector and a member. The first connector forms a connection between a first tubing section and the second tubing section and leaves a gap between a first end of a first tubular member that is connected to the first tubing section and a second end of a second tubular member that is connected to the second tubing section. The member is inserted into the gap to seal the first tubular member and the second tubular member together.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 9, 2004
    Publication date: September 15, 2005
    Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
    Inventors: Craig Johnson, Matthew Hackworth, Michael Langlais, David Wang, Laurent Alteirac, Stephane Virally, Jason Bigelow, Kerby Dufrene, Bruno Khan, Martin Prado, Ashish Sharma
  • Publication number: 20050168349
    Abstract: A system that is usable with a subterranean well includes an assembly and a telemetry tool. The system includes an assembly that performs a downhole measurement. The system also includes a downhole telemetry tool to modulate a carrier stimulus that is communicated through a downhole fluid to communicate the downhole measurement uphole.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 20, 2004
    Publication date: August 4, 2005
    Inventors: Songrning Huang, Franck Monmont, Robert Tennent, Matthew Hackworth, Craig Johnson
  • Publication number: 20050155773
    Abstract: The present invention is a method and system for deploying an expandable tubular, such as a sand screen, through a tubing in a subterranean wellbore. The system comprises a deployment tool attached to a conveyance device and having an unexpanded state and an expanded state and a scrolled tubular attached to the deployment tool. The tubular is scrolled around the deployment tool in the unexpanded state with the scrolled sand screen having an outer diameter that is less than an inner diameter of the tubing. The tubular is then unscrolled to expand against a surface in the expanded position.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 18, 2005
    Publication date: July 21, 2005
    Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
    Inventors: Rodney Wetzel, Don Eubank, Matthew Hackworth
  • Publication number: 20050087346
    Abstract: 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: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2004
    Publication date: April 28, 2005
    Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
    Inventors: Patrick Bixenman, Craig Johnson, Jake Danos, Matthew Hackworth