TRAVERSABLE, SEGMENTED WELLBORE OBSTRUCTIONS

摘要

The present invention generally relates to a traversable wellbore obstruction. In one aspect, an obstruction device for use in a wellbore is provided. The obstruction device includes a housing having a passageway. The obstruction device further includes at least two obstruction members. Each obstruction member includes a first end and a second end. The second end of each obstruction member is pivotably connected to the housing, wherein the obstruction members are movable between a first position in which the passageway of the housing is obstructed, and a second position in which the passageway of the housing is unobstructed. In another aspect, a method of controlling a passageway in a conduit disposed in a wellbore is provided. In a further aspect, a system for use in a wellbore is provided.