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Downhole steam generator with improved preheating, combustion, and protection features

Patent ·
OSTI ID:5722767
For tertiary oil recovery, a downhole steam generator is designed which provides for efficient counterflow cooling of the combustion chamber walls and preheating of the fuel and water. Pressure-responsive doors are provided for closing and opening the outlet in response to flameout, thereby preventing flooding of the combustion chamber. (DLC)
DOE Contract Number:
AC04-76DP00789
Assignee:
Dept. of Energy
Patent Number(s):
None
Application Number:
ON: DE82004449
OSTI ID:
5722767
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English