OILFIELD ELEMENTS HAVING CONTROLLED SOLUBILITY AND METHODS OF USE

摘要

Oilfield elements are described, one embodiment comprising a combination of a normally insoluble metal with an element selected from a second metal, a sem i- metallic material, and non-metallic materials; and one or more solubility-modified hi gh strength and/or high-toughness polymeric materials selected from polyamides, polyethers, and liquid crystal polymers. Methods of using the oilfield elements in oilfield operations are also described. This abstract allows a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the disclosure. It will not be used to interpret or limit the scop e or meaning of the claims. 37 CFR 1.72(b).