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Wendell Peter Menard

This inventor holds 14 USPTO granted patents and 3 published patent applications, plus 3 CIPO patents. Top assignees: Conocophillips Company, Harris Corporation. Active years: 2010-2022.

USPTO Granted Patents = 14 (Patent Applications = 3)

% Patents Active = 100.0

CIPO Patents = 3

Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.0

ph-index = 4

Forward Citations = 41(Granted Patents)

Location History:

Katy, TX (US) (2010 - 2021)
Houston, TX (US) (2022)

Company Filing History:

14 out of 990

Conocophillips Company

where one patent can have more than one assignee

Years Active: 2010-2022

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14 patents (USPTO):Sort by Forward CitationsExplore Patents

1. 11428086 - SW-SAGD with between heel and toe injection (2022-08-30),

2. 11306570 - Fishbones, electric heaters and proppant to produce oil (2022-04-19),

3. 10995596 - Single well cross steam and gravity drainage (SW-XSAGD) (2021-05-04),

4. 9784082 - Lateral wellbore configurations with interbedded layer (2017-10-10),

5. 9719337 - Acceleration of heavy oil recovery through downhole radio frequency radiation heating (2017-08-01),

6. 9222343 - In situ RF heating of stacked pay zones (2015-12-29),

7. 8967282 - Enhanced bitumen recovery using high permeability pathways (2015-03-03),

8. 8689865 - Process for enhanced production of heavy oil using microwaves (2014-04-08),

9. 8534350 - RF fracturing to improve SAGD performance (2013-09-17),

10. 8387690 - Completion method for horizontal wells in in situ combustion (2013-03-05),

11. 8240381 - Draining a reservoir with an interbedded layer (2012-08-14),

12. 8118095 - In situ combustion processes and configurations using injection and production wells (2012-02-21),

13. 7909093 - In situ combustion as adjacent formation heat source (2011-03-22),

14. 7793720 - Producer well lugging for in situ combustion processes (2010-09-14),

Title: The Innovative Contributions of Wendell Peter Menard

Introduction

Wendell Peter Menard is a notable inventor based in Katy, TX (US), recognized for his significant contributions to the field of oil recovery technology. With a total of 14 patents, Menard has developed innovative solutions that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of oil extraction methods.

Latest Patents

Among his latest patents is the "SW-SAGD with between heel and toe injection." This invention improves the single well Steam Assisted Gravity Drainage (SAGD) by incorporating multiple injection segments and production segments. The configuration allows for enhanced steam chamber development and production rates, making it economically viable for thin plays that traditional SAGD well pairs cannot efficiently develop. Another notable patent is related to "Fishbones, electric heaters and proppant to produce oil." This invention combines fishbone multilateral wells with inline electric heaters and thermally conductive proppants, optimizing heat-based oil recovery methods. The overlapping fishbone wells ensure comprehensive production while preventing the collapse of open-hole laterals.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Menard has worked with prominent companies such as ConocoPhillips and Harris Corporation. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in oil recovery technologies and innovative engineering solutions.

Collaborations

Menard has collaborated with several professionals in the field, including Wayne Reid Dreher, Jr. and Thomas James Wheeler. These collaborations have further enriched his work and led to advancements in oil recovery techniques.

Conclusion

Wendell Peter Menard's innovative patents and career achievements highlight his significant impact on the oil recovery industry. His work continues to influence the development of more efficient extraction methods, showcasing the importance of innovation in this field.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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