Location and Stimulation Methods and Apparatuses Utilizing Downhole Tools

摘要

A propellant tool for use in a hydrocarbon bearing formation. The tool includes a tubular body having a connector on each end for connection with other tubular members within a tubular string. A coded marker is positioned on the tubular body and a propellant chamber is positioned on an outside surface of the tubular body. A propellant ignition mechanism positioned on the tubular body for igniting the propellant in the propellant chamber.

主权项

1. A tubular string for positioning in a wellbore, the tubular string comprising:
a. a plurality of markers positioned along the tubular string; b. a plurality of propellant chambers positioned on an outside surface of the tubular string, each propellant chamber being in the vicinity of a marker; and c. a propellant ignition circuit associated with each propellant chamber.