Christopher V Chow

Title: Innovations by Christopher V Chow in Oil and Gas Production

Introduction

Christopher V Chow is an accomplished inventor based in Dallas, TX (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of oil and gas production, holding a total of 2 patents. His work focuses on optimizing well production rates and improving the efficiency of gravel packing in wells.

Latest Patents

Chow's latest patents include a method for optimizing well production rates. This invention discloses a method and apparatus for laboratory simulation of the dynamic formation of sand arches in the production of oil and/or gas from unconsolidated or poorly consolidated wells. An ultrasonic transducer is strategically placed opposite a perforation in a member simulating the casing of a well. The simulated well operates under conditions that closely resemble those of interest in the field. The acoustic transducer is moved incrementally across the perforation, allowing for measurements of the distance between the transducer and the formation. These measurements are then utilized to generate a profile of the surface of the formation behind the perforation. The invention preferably employs an ultrasonic transducer that emits a focused beam of acoustic energy.

Another notable patent by Chow is for an apparatus for gravel packing wells. In this invention, a sand screen is positioned in a well adjacent to an oil or gas reservoir. At least one conduit is placed in juxtaposition with the sand screen, featuring passageways at selected intervals to establish fluid communication between the conduit and the annulus of the well surrounding the sand screen. A gravel packing slurry is injected down the well to form a gravel pack in the annulus. Actuatable devices associated with the conduit passageways control fluid flow, ensuring that if the gravel portion of the slurry forms a bridge in the annulus, the slurry will be diverted into the conduit to continue forming the gravel pack below the bridge.

Career Highlights

Christopher V Chow is currently employed at Mobil Oil Corporation, where he continues to innovate in the oil and gas sector. His work has been instrumental in enhancing production techniques and improving the overall efficiency of well operations.

Collaborations

Chow has collaborated with notable colleagues, including David P Yale and Charles S Yeh, contributing to advancements in their respective fields.

Conclusion

Christopher V Chow's innovative patents and contributions to the oil and gas industry demonstrate his commitment to enhancing production techniques. His work continues to influence the field,