Kjetil Fjalestad

This inventor holds 7 USPTO granted patents and 4 published patent applications, plus 5 CIPO patents and 2 EPO patents. Top assignees: Statoil Petroleum as, Equinor Energy as, Statoil Asa. Active years: 2013-2022.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kjetil Fjalestad. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kjetil-fjalestad

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

USPTO Granted Patents = 7 (Patent Applications = 4)

% Patents Active = 57.1

CIPO Patents = 5 (Patent Applications = 1)

EPO Patents = 2 (Patent Applications = 5)

Average Co-Inventor Count = 2.6

ph-index = 2

Forward Citations = 8(Granted Patents)

Company Filing History:

Years Active: 2013-2022

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7 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11428560 - Estimating flow rate at a pump (2022-08-30),

2. 11085274 - Method and system for the optimisation of the addition of diluent to an oil well comprising a downhole pump (2021-08-10),

3. 10890055 - Method for inverting oil continuous flow to water continuous flow (2021-01-12),

4. 10125584 - Well control system (2018-11-13),

5. 9901847 - Method and system for fluid separation with an integrated control system (2018-02-27),

6. 9695655 - Control method and apparatus for well operations (2017-07-04),

7. 8370089 - Method and equipment for determining the interface between two or more fluid phases (2013-02-05),

Title: Kjetil Fjalestad: Innovator in Pump Technology

Introduction

Kjetil Fjalestad is a notable inventor based in Skien, Norway. He has made significant contributions to the field of pump technology, holding a total of 7 patents. His work focuses on optimizing fluid flow and enhancing the efficiency of pumping systems.

Latest Patents

One of Fjalestad's latest patents involves a method for estimating the flow rate at a pump. This method includes obtaining measurements of pressure and temperature at both the intake and discharge of the pump, as well as the electrical power supplied to it. By determining values for fluid density and specific heat capacity, he calculates the estimated efficiency and flow rate of the fluid. Another innovative patent addresses the optimization of diluent injection in oil wells with downhole pumps. This system features real-time measurement of production performance parameters and allows for controlled variations in diluent injection to achieve optimal production performance.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Kjetil Fjalestad has worked with prominent companies in the energy sector, including Statoil Petroleum and Statoil ASA. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in pump technology and fluid dynamics.

Collaborations

Fjalestad has collaborated with talented professionals in his field, including Alexey Pavlov and Dinesh Krishnamoorthy. These partnerships have fostered innovation and advancements in the technologies he has developed.

Conclusion

Kjetil Fjalestad is a distinguished inventor whose work in pump technology has led to significant advancements in fluid flow optimization. His patents reflect a commitment to improving efficiency in pumping systems, making a lasting impact in the industry.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.