Maximization of Production Capacity in Big-Bore Completions Using Geometrically Optimized Subsurface Safety Valves and Completion Components

摘要

Modern engineering analysis software and computer-aided manufacturing have been employed to create completion equipment using larger tubing for a selected casing program. Early utilization of engienering analyssi allows electronic testing to shorten the development cycle. Predicted loads can be applied and a mechanism cycled while the equipment exists only in electronic form. A new series of subsurface safety valves, packers and completion accessories has been developed using these techniques. Extensive testing has been performed to qualify the modeling and confirm the performance. New design of all components allows the system to be optimized for large bores and extremely high flow rates.