Patents by Inventor Nicholas Frederick Budler
Nicholas Frederick Budler 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: 11162351Abstract: Disclosed are systems of positional tracking of a downhole projectile using a downhole monitoring tool. One downhole monitoring tool includes a body, at least one sensor arranged on the body and configured to detect a wellbore projectile, an indicator chamber defined in the body and configured to retain an indicator substance, and an actuation device operatively coupled to the indicator chamber and in communication with the at least one sensor, wherein, when the at least one sensor detects the wellbore projectile, a command signal is sent to the actuation device to actuate the indicator chamber and thereby release at least a portion of the indicator substance through an ejection port.Type: GrantFiled: November 11, 2013Date of Patent: November 2, 2021Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Christopher James Mericas, Nicholas Frederick Budler
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Patent number: 10794124Abstract: A centralizer for downhole OCTG having a storage space capable of housing downhole electronics and other downhole devices, compositions and elements is disclosed. The storage space is located within an inner cavity formed in one or more of the blades making up the centralizer. A capsule is provided for protecting the contents of the items being stored within the inner cavity. The capsule may be hermetically sealed to protect the contents from the damaging effects of downhole fluids. Ports may be provided within the capsule to allow downhole electronics to be connected to sensors and other devices and components residing outside of the capsule.Type: GrantFiled: February 9, 2015Date of Patent: October 6, 2020Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Mark Roberson, Scott Goodwin, Henry Rogers, Nicholas Frederick Budler, Krishna Ravi, Neal Skinner, Kevin Henry
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Patent number: 10794144Abstract: A check valve is provided having a magnetic plug and a magnetic seat. The magnetic seat and magnetic plug operationally engage so as to have a magnetic resistivity such that there is a first position in which the magnetic plug does not sealingly engage the magnetic seat and a second position where the magnetic plug is sealingly engaged with the magnetic seat.Type: GrantFiled: September 11, 2013Date of Patent: October 6, 2020Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Todd Anthony Stair, Nicholas Frederick Budler, Patrick Lyle Cherney
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Patent number: 10669789Abstract: A non-metallic centralizer for use with downhole operations. The centralizer is formed of a hollow, cylindrical body, a plurality of non-metallic blades protruding from the outer surface of the cylindrical body, and a plurality of wear buttons positioned on each of the plurality of blades, each of the wear buttons having a surface designed to reduce grabbing or sticking and wear of the hollow cylindrical body.Type: GrantFiled: June 21, 2019Date of Patent: June 2, 2020Assignee: Oil States Industries, Inc.Inventors: Nicholas Frederick Budler, Jimmy Dale Sandsness
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Publication number: 20190338602Abstract: A non-metallic centralizer for use with downhole operations. The centralizer is formed of a hollow, cylindrical body, a plurality of non-metallic blades protruding from the outer surface of the cylindrical body, and a plurality of wear buttons positioned on each of the plurality of blades, each of the wear buttons having a surface designed to reduce grabbing or sticking and wear of the hollow cylindrical body.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 21, 2019Publication date: November 7, 2019Inventors: Nicholas Frederick Budler, Jimmy Dale Sandsness
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Patent number: 10465499Abstract: A system for tracking an object in oil and gas wellbore operations wherein a releasable object carrying a first signal system is released into tube system associated with a wellbore. The first signal system communicates with one or more second signal systems positioned along the travel path of the object; along the surface of the formation; and/or throughout the wellbore. First signal system and the second signal system may communicate by RF signals. First signal system and any second signal systems positioned on the surface communicate by through-the-earth or very low frequency signals. A global positioning system may be utilized in conjunction with any second signal systems on the surface to identify the absolute location of the object in the underground wellbore. The first signal system carried by the object may be a piezoelectric system disposed to transmit a signal when the object experiences a predetermined pressure.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2015Date of Patent: November 5, 2019Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventor: Nicholas Frederick Budler
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Patent number: 10378296Abstract: A method and apparatus for preventing fluid flow and contamination to a cement body includes a resin cap covering an exposed end of the cement body. The cement body may attach an inner sleeve to an outer sleeve. The fluid flowing through the outer sleeve is prevented from contacting the exposed surface by the resin cap. Resin caps at both ends of the cement body along with resin layers along the side may be included. The resin prevents contamination and creation of micro-annuli in the cement body.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 2014Date of Patent: August 13, 2019Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Luke Christopher Downey, Paul Joseph Jones, Nicholas Frederick Budler, Lonnie C. Helms, Todd Anthony Stair
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Patent number: 10352126Abstract: An activation device is disclosed that can activate multiple downhole tools in a wellbore. The activation device is cost effective and easy to produce. A method for activating multiple downhole tools in a wellbore is described where at least one downhole tool is activated by magnetic field, while at least one additional downhole tool is activated by mating of the activation device with the downhole tool.Type: GrantFiled: February 19, 2015Date of Patent: July 16, 2019Assignee: HALLIBURTON ENERGY SERVICES, INC.Inventor: Nicholas Frederick Budler
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Patent number: 10253616Abstract: A tube for use inside a well. The tube includes a longitudinal body having two threaded ends, the body having a bore; a carrier mechanism located on an exterior of the body, wherein the carrier mechanism has a port and a protecting cover separated from each other by a pre-determined distance (D); and a nut configured to be screwed into the protecting cover.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2015Date of Patent: April 9, 2019Assignee: SERCEL-GRC CORP.Inventors: Adam Vincent Buck, Bradley Chandler Holliday, Nicholas Frederick Budler
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Patent number: 10053945Abstract: An obturator for actuating a downhole tool having a central bore. The obturator comprising a body of a size and shape to pass through the central bore of the tool and an engagement member releasably attached to the exterior of the tool body, the engagement member being of a size and shape to engage and actuate the tool.Type: GrantFiled: November 22, 2013Date of Patent: August 21, 2018Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Frank Acosta, Nicholas Frederick Budler, John Key, Lonnie Helms
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Publication number: 20180038172Abstract: The invention provides a centralizer for use with downhole operations. The centralizer is formed of a hollow, cylindrical body having an exposed outer surface and formed of a non-metallic material, a plurality of non-metallic blades protruding from the outer surface of the cylindrical body, and a plurality of wear buttons positioned on each of the plurality of blades, each of the wear buttons having a surface designed to reduce grabbing or sticking and wear of the hollow cylindrical body, such as a smooth, oval surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 7, 2017Publication date: February 8, 2018Inventors: Nicholas Frederick Budler, Jimmy Dale Sandsness
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Publication number: 20180030828Abstract: A system for tracking an object in oil and gas wellbore operations wherein a releasable object carrying a first signal system is released into tube system associated with a wellbore. The first signal system communicates with one or more second signal systems positioned along the travel path of the object; along the surface of the formation; and/or throughout the wellbore. First signal system and the second signal system may communicate by RF signals. First signal system and any second signal systems positioned on the surface communicate by through-the-earth or very low frequency signals. A global positioning system may be utilized in conjunction with any second signal systems on the surface to identify the absolute location of the object in the underground wellbore. The first signal system carried by the object may be a piezoelectric system disposed to transmit a signal when the object experiences a predetermined pressure.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 31, 2015Publication date: February 1, 2018Inventor: Nicholas Frederick Budler
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Publication number: 20170370178Abstract: An activation device is disclosed that can activate multiple downhole tools in a wellbore. The activation device is cost effective and easy to produce. A method for activating multiple downhole tools in a wellbore is described where at least one downhole tool is activated by magnetic field, while at least one additional downhole tool is activated by mating of the activation device with the downhole tool.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 19, 2015Publication date: December 28, 2017Applicant: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventor: Nicholas Frederick Budler
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Publication number: 20170328144Abstract: A centralizer for downhole OCTG having a storage space capable of housing downhole electronics and other down-hole devices, compositions and elements is disclosed. The storage space is located within an inner cavity formed in one or more of the blades making up the centralizer. A capsule is provided for protecting the contents of the items being stored within the inner cavity. The capsule may be hermetically sealed to protect the contents from the damaging effects of downhole fluids. Ports may be provided within the capsule to allow downhole electronics to be connected to sensors and other devices and components residing outside of the capsule.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 9, 2015Publication date: November 16, 2017Applicant: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Mark Roberson, Scott Goodwin, Henry Rogers, Nicholas Frederick Budler, Krishna Ravi, Neal Skinner, Kevin Henry
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Publication number: 20170292338Abstract: A method and apparatus for preventing fluid flow and contamination to a cement body includes a resin cap covering an exposed end of the cement body. The cement body may attach an inner sleeve to an outer sleeve. The fluid flowing through the outer sleeve is prevented from contacting the exposed surface by the resin cap. Resin caps at both ends of the cement body along with resin layers along the side may be included. The resin prevents contamination and creation of micro-annuli in the cement body.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 23, 2014Publication date: October 12, 2017Inventors: Luke Christopher Downey, Paul Joseph Jones, Nicholas Frederick Budler, Lonnie C. Helms, Todd Anthony Stair
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Publication number: 20170254173Abstract: A method and apparatus for preventing fluid flow and contamination to a cement body includes a resin cap covering an exposed end of the cement body. The cement body may attach an inner sleeve to an outer sleeve. The fluid flowing through the outer sleeve is prevented from contacting the exposed surface by the resin cap. Resin caps at both ends of the cement body along with resin layers along the side may be included. The resin prevents contamination and creation of micro-annuli in the cement body.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 23, 2014Publication date: September 7, 2017Applicant: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Luke Christopher Downey, Paul Joseph Jones, Nicholas Frederick Budler, Lonnie C. Helms, Todd Anthony Stair
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Patent number: 9500066Abstract: One disclosed sleeve assembly disposed within a base pipe includes a first sleeve portion having a first shear resistance for resisting movement of the sleeve assembly with respect to the base pipe, and a second sleeve portion moveable with respect the first sleeve portion and having a second shear resistance for resisting movement of the second sleeve portion with respect to the first sleeve portion, the second shear resistance being greater than the first shear resistance.Type: GrantFiled: April 7, 2014Date of Patent: November 22, 2016Assignee: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Frank V. Acosta, Nicholas Frederick Budler, John Roland Key
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Publication number: 20160265302Abstract: An obturator for actuating a downhole tool having a central bore. The obturator comprising a body of a size and shape to pass through the central bore of the tool and an engagement member releasably attached to the exterior of the tool body, the engagement member being of a size and shape to engage and actuate the tool.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 22, 2013Publication date: September 15, 2016Inventors: Frank ACOSTA, Nicholas Frederick BUDLER, John KEY, Lonnie HELMS
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Publication number: 20160222760Abstract: A check valve is provided having a magnetic plug and a magnetic seat. The magnetic seat and magnetic plug operationally engage so as to have a magnetic resistivity such that there is a first position in which the magnetic plug does not sealingly engage the magnetic seat and a second position where the magnetic plug is sealingly engaged with the magnetic seat.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 11, 2013Publication date: August 4, 2016Applicant: Halliburton Energy Services, Inc.Inventors: Todd Anthony Stair, Nicholas Frederick Budler, Patrick Lyle Cherney
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Publication number: 20160177702Abstract: A tube for use inside a well. The tube includes a longitudinal body having two threaded ends, the body having a bore; a carrier mechanism located on an exterior of the body, wherein the carrier mechanism has a port and a protecting cover separated from each other by a pre-determined distance (D); and a nut configured to be screwed into the protecting cover.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2015Publication date: June 23, 2016Inventors: Adam Vincent BUCK, Bradley Chandler HOLLIDAY, Nicholas Frederick BUDLER