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Preformed propping agents for subsurface fractures

Patent ·
OSTI ID:6384552
A method of propping fractures in an oil or gas producing formation consists of introducing into the fracture a carrier fluid containing a suspension of flat, generally disk-shaped particles of a manufactured, formable material. This material is capable of supporting a load in excess of about 40 lb per particle without fragmentation. The particles have a major dimension which is substantially greater than their thickness. (11 claims)
Assignee:
Atlantic Refining Co.
Patent Number(s):
CA 747214
OSTI ID:
6384552
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English