Thomas N Olsen

Title: Thomas N. Olsen and His Contributions to Well-Stimulation Technology.

Introduction

Thomas N. Olsen is an inventor based in Parker, Colorado, whose patent work addresses techniques and materials used in oil and gas well completion and stimulation. His inventions focus on improving coalbed methane production and controlling fluid loss in surfactant-based wellbore fluids. Olsen is associated with Schlumberger Technology Corporation and holds 2 patents.

Latest Patents

Olsen’s listed patents cover two approaches to well stimulation and fluid management.

“Sub-surface coalbed methane well enhancement through rapid oxidation” describes methods for enlarging perforations in coal-bearing formations. The methods use localized, temporary oxidizing environments to initiate combustion of carbonaceous material around the perforations. This enlargement is intended to enhance coalbed methane production.

“Compositions and methods to control fluid loss in surfactant-based wellbore service fluids” describes well-completion or stimulation fluids containing a carrier fluid, a viscoelastic surfactant, and a fluid-loss-control additive made with at least one polymer and one crosslinker. The disclosure also covers using these fluids in hydraulic fracturing and gravel packing.

Career Highlights

Olsen’s patent portfolio reflects work on practical challenges in subsurface operations. One invention focuses on increasing the effectiveness of perforations in coal formations, while the other addresses fluid-loss control in wellbore service fluids. Both patents are associated with Schlumberger Technology Corporation.

Collaborations

Olsen’s listed coworkers include Mathew M. Samuel and Matthew J. Miller. Their names provide context for the professional network associated with his patent work.

Conclusion

Thomas N. Olsen’s inventions address coalbed methane stimulation and fluid-loss control, illustrating his contributions to technologies for well completion and subsurface production.