Shape-memory-polymer (OHGP) technology could provide a viable alternative sand-control technique in certain reservoirs and locales. It uses an engineered polymer material, attached to a retainer cartridge and installed on a perforated base pipe. The system can be used as modules, and conforms to the shape of the wellbores to enable filtration and sand retention once activated. Studies have found that the OHGP technology can be used in reservoirs with temperatures as low as 4.4 degrees Celsius.
Shape-memory-polymer (SMP) technology could provide a viable alternative sand-control technique in certain reservoirs and locales. It uses an engineered polymer material, attached to a retainer cartridge and installed on a perforated base pipe. The system can be used as modules, and conforms to the shape of the wellbores to enable filtration and sand retention once activated. Studies have found that the SMP technology can be used in reservoirs with temperatures as low as 4.4 degrees Celsius.