Methods of using nanoparticle suspension aids in subterranean operations

• Main Authors: RICKMAN, RICHARD D, LORD, PAUL D, NGUYEN, PHILIP
• Format: Patent
• Language: English
• Published: 23.10.2014
• Subjects: ADHESIVES; CHEMISTRY; DYES; MATERIALS FOR MISCELLANEOUS APPLICATIONS, NOT PROVIDED FORELSEWHERE; METALLURGY; MISCELLANEOUS APPLICATIONS OF MATERIALS; MISCELLANEOUS COMPOSITIONS; NATURAL RESINS; PAINTS; POLISHES

Methods of drilling wellbores, placing proppant packs in subterranean formations, and placing gravel packs in wellbores may involve fluids, optionally foamed fluids, comprising nanoparticle suspension aids. Methods may be advantageously employed in deviated wellbores. Some methods may involve introd...