Odfjell Drilling has been granted a patent for a drill pipe mountable wellbore cleaning tool. The apparatus features a support sleeve with centralizers and locking clamps, designed to facilitate debris removal from wellbores while preventing longitudinal movement along the drill pipe joint. GlobalData’s report on Odfjell Drilling gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
According to GlobalData’s company profile on Odfjell Drilling, Underwater drilling platforms was a key innovation area identified from patents. Odfjell Drilling's grant share as of June 2024 was 63%. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
Wellbore cleaning tool apparatus for drill pipe joints
The granted patent US11988070B2 describes a drill pipe mountable wellbore cleaning tool apparatus designed to enhance the efficiency of debris removal from wellbores. The apparatus consists of a drill pipe joint with a shaped portion, a support sleeve mounted between the joint's end portions, and centralizers attached to the ends of the support sleeve. The support sleeve houses one or more debris cleaning tools, such as scrapers or brushes, which facilitate the cleaning process. Additionally, at least one locking clamp is affixed to the drill pipe to prevent longitudinal movement of the support sleeve, ensuring stability during operation. The design allows for the integration of multiple cleaning tools and the option for multiple locking clamps to enhance functionality.
The patent also outlines a method for cleaning a well using the described apparatus. This method involves mounting the support sleeve to the drill pipe joint, attaching centralizers, and securing the cleaning tools in place. The process includes locking the clamps to restrict movement of the support sleeve, transferring the joint into position next to a drill string, and ultimately adding it to the drill string for cleaning operations. The method emphasizes the versatility of the cleaning tools, which may include scrapers, magnets, or brushes, and highlights the structural integrity provided by the locking clamps. Overall, the patent presents a comprehensive solution for wellbore cleaning, combining innovative design with practical application.
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