The present invention provides a method for accelerating start-up for SAGD-type operation by providing radio frequency heating devices inside the lateral wells that can re-heat the injected steam after losing heat energy during the initial injection. The method also extends the lateral wells such that the drilling of vertical wells can be reduced to save capital expenses.
申请公布号
CA2807713(C)
申请公布日期
2016.04.05
申请号
CA20112807713
申请日期
2011.09.14
申请人
CONOCOPHILLIPS COMPANY;HARRIS CORPORATION
发明人
SULTENFUSS, DANIEL R.;DREHER, WAYNE R. JR.;WHEELER, THOMAS J.;PARSCHE, FRANCIS E.;TRAUTMAN, MARK A.