Fleming, TX
Alexandria Ellyn Puleston Fleming, Houston, TX US
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20150051838 | SYSTEM AND METHOD OF DETERMINING AND OPTIMIZING WATERFLOOD PERFORMANCE - A system and method of map based assessment of waterflood are provided. The method includes generating a water injection influence (WII) map by mapping one or more connectivity parameters derived from a capacitance resistance model; calculating a recovery factor (RF) and pore volumes injected (PVI) for each injector influence region in one or more influence regions defined from the connectivity parameters; determining a maximum of the recovery factor versus the pore volume injected using a curve fit extrapolation; determining a volume of injection water needed or a number of injectors needed based on recovery factor versus pore volumes injected; calculating a voidage replacement ratio (VRR) within each injector influence region; determining a target voidage replacement ratio by selecting an average voidage replacement ratio with a most recent interval of time; and determining a number of infill wells with drilling schedule to maintain the determined target voidage ratio. | 02-19-2015 |
Graham Fleming, Houston, TX US
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20090138213 | Systems and Methods for the Determination of Active Constraints in a Network Using Slack Variables - Systems and methods for determining active constraints in a surface facility network, which include the use of slack variables and multipliers in system equations to eliminate the extraneous (inactive) constraints. | 05-28-2009 |
20100125443 | Systems and Methods for Running a Multi-Thread Simulation - Systems and methods for running a multi-thread simulation and evaluating the results during a simulation run to select the best thread. | 05-20-2010 |
20100131257 | Systems and Methods for the Determination of Active Constraints in a Network Using Slack Variables - Systems and methods for determining active constraints in a surface facility network, which include the use of slack variables and multipliers in system equations to eliminate the extraneous (inactive) constraints. | 05-27-2010 |
20130304679 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR USING AN ARTIFICIAL NEURAL NETWORK TO SIMULATE PIPE HYDRAULICS IN A RESERVOIR SIMULATOR - A method for implementing a reservoir simulator is described. The method comprises developing training data by performing a calculation on an initial set of input data relating to reservoir conditions to obtain corresponding output data; training an artificial neural network (“ANN”) to perform the calculation using the training data; and using the trained ANN to perform the calculation on a second set of input data to obtain corresponding output data for use by the reservoir simulator in performing simulations. | 11-14-2013 |
Graham Christopher Fleming, Houston, TX US
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20140012557 | Systems and Methods for Two-Dimensional Domain Decomposition During Parallel Reservoir Simulation - Systems and methods for 2D domain decomposition during parallel reservoir simulation to balance the active cells in a reservoir model. | 01-09-2014 |
20150073763 | OIL OR GAS PRODUCTION USING COMPUTER SIMULATION OF OIL OR GAS FIELDS AND PRODUCTION FACILITIES - Oil or gas fields and associated facilities are computer simulated by solving linear algebraic equations using a Schwarz method with at least one well node included in the overlap. According to another aspect, equations for the wellbore nodes are processed to eliminate some non-pressure variables, e.g. component compositions. Other features are also provided. | 03-12-2015 |
20150127314 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SOLVING A MULTI-RESERVOIR SYSTEM WITH HETEROGENEOUS FLUIDS COUPLED TO A COMMON GATHERING NETWORK - Systems and methods for determining operating settings of a fluid production system with a gathering network and a plurality of reservoirs, at least some of which include a method that includes lumping common pseudo-components into reservoir pseudo-components associated with each of the reservoirs. Each common pseudo-component is associated with the gathering network and maps to one reservoir pseudo-component of each of the reservoirs. The method further includes performing at least part of a fully-coupled simulation of the gathering network and the reservoirs using the common pseudo-components to obtain one or more operating settings that meet one or more constraints of the production system, and presenting to a user the operating settings. | 05-07-2015 |
20150134127 | SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR OPTIMIZING FACILITY LIMITED PRODUCTION AND INJECTION IN AN INTEGRATED RESERVOIR AND GATHERING NETWORK - Systems and methods for determining operating settings for a fluid production system that includes wells and a processing facility, the method including identifying at least one swing well and one or more non-swing wells and determining at least one target parameter equation that is a function of at least one processing facility constraint and one or more non-swing well parameters. The method further includes incorporating the target parameter equation into a fully-coupled equation set representing the production system, simulating the production system using the fully-coupled equation set to obtain one or more operating settings that meet the processing facility constraint, and presenting to a user the operating settings. | 05-14-2015 |
20150134314 | PARALLEL NETWORK SIMULATION APPARATUS, METHODS, AND SYSTEMS - In some embodiments, systems, methods, and articles may operate to compute, in parallel, to determine values of unknowns in network equations associated with a network of sub-surface wells and at least one surface facility, for intra-well subdivisions of the network, and then for inter-well subdivisions of the network, wherein the computing is based on default values of the unknowns, or prior determined values of the unknowns. Additional activities may include constructing a distributed Jacobian matrix having portions comprising coefficients of the unknowns distributed among a number of processors, wherein each of the portions is distributed to a particular one of the processors previously assigned to corresponding ones of the subdivisions. The Jacobian matrix may be factored to provide factors and eliminate some of the unknowns. Back-solving is used to determine remaining unsolved ones of the unknowns, using the factors. Additional apparatus, systems, and methods are described. | 05-14-2015 |
Jeff T. Fleming, Houston, TX US
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20140371114 | FAR FIELD DIVERSION TECHNIQUE FOR TREATING SUBTERRANEAN FORMATION - Diverting compositions for treating a subterranean zone substantially distanced from a wellbore, comprising: a carrier fluid; and a particulate, partially dehydrated or anhydrous borate source material that does not substantially swell when placed in contact with the carrier fluid. The carrier fluid is capable of carrying and placing the borate source material into a stimulation network substantially distanced from a wellbore, and wherein the borate source material is dissolvable through sufficient contact with an aqueous fluid. The carrier fluid is a water-miscible non-aqueous fluid selected from the group consisting of ethylene glycol, propylene glycol, N,N-dimethylformamide, tetrahydrofuran, dichloromethane, 1,4-dioxane, dimethylsulfoxide, tetramethylenesulfone, acetonitrile, hexamethylphosphoramide, 1,3-methyl-3,4,5,6-tetrahydro-2(1H)-pyrimidinone, propylene carbonate, ethylene carbonate, and combinations thereof. | 12-18-2014 |
John Fleming, Damon, TX US
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20100212911 | TRIGGERING MECHANISM DISCRIMINATED BY LENGTH DIFFERENCE - A downhole trigger mechanism and method for using the same are provided. The downhole trigger mechanism can include at least two contact points spaced a longitudinal distance from one another. The trigger mechanism can be actuated when the contact points of the trigger mechanism are simultaneously contacted by at least two contact points of an actuator. The contact points of the actuator can be spaced a longitudinal distance from one another. | 08-26-2010 |
20110048743 | DISSOLVABLE BRIDGE PLUG - A dissolvable bridge plug configured with components for maintaining anchoring and structural integrity for high pressure applications. Embodiments of the plug are configured such that these components may substantially dissolve to allow for ease of plug removal following such applications. In one embodiment the plug may effectively provide isolation in a cased well for applications generating over about 8,000-10,000 psi. At the same time, by employment of a dissolve period for the noted components, such a plug may be drilled-out in less than about 30 minutes, even where disposed in a lateral leg of the well. | 03-03-2011 |
20110186306 | OILFIELD ISOLATION ELEMENT AND METHOD - An isolation element includes a body having at least one sealing surface, an internal cavity within the body, and a chemical agent disposed within the internal cavity. The chemical agent is configured to substantially increase a rate of degradation of the body. | 08-04-2011 |
20130112435 | Completion Method for Stimulation of Multiple Intervals - A technique provides for stimulating or otherwise treating multiple intervals/zones of a well by controlling flow of treatment fluid via a plurality of flow control devices. The flow control devices are provided with internal profiles and flow through passages. Mechanical darts are designed for engagement with the internal profiles of specific flow control devices, and each mechanical dart may be moved downhole for engagement with and activation of the specific flow control device associated with that mechanical dart. | 05-09-2013 |
20130112436 | Completion Method for Stimulation of Multiple Intervals - A technique provides for stimulating or otherwise treating multiple intervals/zones of a well by controlling flow of treatment fluid via a plurality of flow control devices. The flow control devices are provided with internal profiles and flow through passages. Hydraulic darts are designed for selective engagement with the internal profiles of specific flow control devices, and each hydraulic dart may be moved downhole for engagement with and activation of a specific flow control device. | 05-09-2013 |
20140202708 | DOWNHOLE COMPONENT HAVING DISSOLVABLE COMPONENTS - An apparatus that is usable with a well includes a first component and a second component. The first component is adapted to dissolve at a first rate, and the second component is adapted to contact the first component to perform a downhole operation and dissolve at a second rate that is different from the first rate. | 07-24-2014 |
John C. Fleming, Round Rock, TX US
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20100017402 | Method, Apparatus, and Data Processor Program Product Capable of Enabling Management of Athleticism Development Program Data - Various aspects of one or more methods, apparatuses and data processor program products capable of enabling management of data associated with an athleticism development program are disclosed herein. These various aspects include maintaining a database including subscriber performance data for a plurality of athleticism development program subscribers and facilitating preparation of a subscriber performance report for a specified one of the plurality of athleticism development program subscribers. The subscriber performance data is capable of enabling an attained standardized athleticism level to be determined for each one of the athleticism development program subscribers. The implementation of standardized athleticism levels is advantageous as it supports a measurable plan of progress for motivating a subscriber and trainer to meet their individual and mutual goals. | 01-21-2010 |
20120047132 | Method, Apparatus and Data Processor Program Product Capable of Enabling Administration of a Levels-Based Athleticism Development Program Data - Various aspects of one or more methods, apparatuses and data processor program products capable of enabling management of data associated with an athleticism development program are disclosed herein. These various aspects include maintaining a database including subscriber performance data for a plurality of athleticism development program subscribers and facilitating preparation of a subscriber performance report for a specified one of the plurality of athleticism development program subscribers. The subscriber performance data is capable of enabling an attained standardized athleticism level to be determined for each one of the athleticism development program subscribers. The implementation of standardized athleticism levels is advantageous as it supports a measurable plan of progress for motivating a subscriber and trainer to meet their individual and mutual goals. | 02-23-2012 |
20140108394 | Method, Apparatus, And Data Processor Program Product Capable Of Enabling Management Of Athleticism Development Program Data - Various aspects of one or more methods, apparatuses and data processor program products capable of enabling management of data associated with an athleticism development program are disclosed herein. These various aspects include maintaining a database including subscriber performance data for a plurality of athleticism development program subscribers and facilitating preparation of a subscriber performance report for a specified one of the plurality of athleticism development program subscribers. The subscriber performance data is capable of enabling an attained standardized athleticism level to be determined for each one of the athleticism development program subscribers. The implementation of standardized athleticism levels is advantageous as it supports a measurable plan of progress for motivating a subscriber and trainer to meet their individual and mutual goals and determination of a fitness routine recommendation. | 04-17-2014 |
Matthew D. Fleming, Austin, TX US
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20090307432 | Memory management arrangements - A method of operating a virtual memory is disclosed. The method can include detecting the existence of a central memory loan pool, determining a segment of memory that is loanable, and transmitting an indicator that the segment is available for loaning to the memory loan pool. The operating system contributing memory can monitor its' actual memory capacity and reclaim the loaned segment if the amount of memory available to the loaning operating system (OS) gets below a predetermined value. Other embodiments are also disclosed. | 12-10-2009 |
20090307459 | SELECTIVELY MARK FREE FRAMES AS UNUSED FOR COOPERATIVE MEMORY OVER-COMMITMENT - Disclosed is a computer implemented method, apparatus and computer program product for communicating virtual memory page status to a virtual memory manager. An operating system may receive a request to free a virtual memory page from a first application. The operating system determines whether the virtual memory page is free due to an operating system page replacement. Responsive to a determination that the virtual memory page is free due to the operating system page replacement, the operating system inhibits marking the virtual memory page as unused. Finally, the operating system may insert the virtual memory page on an operating system free list. | 12-10-2009 |
20090307462 | MARK PAGE-OUT PAGES AS CRITICAL FOR COOPERATIVE MEMORY OVER-COMMITMENT - Disclosed is a computer implemented method and apparatus for marking as critical a virtual memory page in a data processing system. An operating system indicates to a virtual memory manager a virtual memory page selected for paging-out to disk. The operating system determines that the data processing system is using a cooperative memory over-commitment. The operating system, responsive to a determination that the data processing system is using cooperative memory over-commitment, marks the virtual memory page as critical, such that the virtual memory page remains in physical memory. The operating system, responsive to marking the virtual memory page as critical, sets the virtual memory page to a page-out state. | 12-10-2009 |
Michelle Fleming, Addison, TX US
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20140251345 | Surgical Drape - A surgical drape includes two movable pockets allowing a smaller diameter and therefore saving space on an operating room table. A first smaller pocket extending from the drape is formed near the nose of the drape and includes an exit port for a lumen connected to a device inside the drape. A second larger pocket extending into the drape is formed behind the first pocket and allows a surgeon or technician to control or position the device without entering the interior of the drape or contacting the device. | 09-11-2014 |
Naomi Broady Fleming, Houston, TX US
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20120267922 | HIGHCHAIR WITH ATTACHABLE ACCESSORIES - A highchair tray system comprising a tray; a plurality of dishware, where the dishware attaches to the tray for use; a plurality of utensils, where each utensils includes an opening; and a plurality of cords, where each cord is attached to the tray at a first end and includes an attachment at a second end to engage the opening of one of the utensils. The cords may detach from the tray. Additionally, the dishware may be detachable from the tray, where the dishware screws on, attaches with magnets or snaps into place during use. | 10-25-2012 |
Phillip Bradley Fleming, Keller, TX US
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20160038851 | METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR ORIFICE CONTROL OF VALVE PRESSURE DROP - The present invention relates to a valve tray for use in a chemical process column. The valve tray includes a plurality of apertures formed therein. A plurality of valves are maintained in a spaced relationship relative to individual apertures of the plurality of apertures. An area of the individual apertures is less than an area of individual valves of the plurality of valves. | 02-11-2016 |
Ray R. Fleming, Austin, TX US
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20120008728 | Resonant Vacuum Arc Discharge Apparatus for Nuclear Fusion - The present invention relates to a resonant vacuum arc discharge apparatus for producing nuclear fusion. A resonant high-frequency high-voltage alternating current (AC) power supply is used to efficiently power a fusion tube normally containing deuterium, tritium and/or helium-3 vapor. Metals that can hold large amounts of hydrogen isotopes such as palladium and titanium can be used to increase the target density. The nuclear fusion device can be used for energy production, well logging, uranium mining, neutron activation analysis, isotope production or other applications that require a neutron source. | 01-12-2012 |
Robert Kyle Fleming, Dallas, TX US
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20110216948 | System and method for three-dimensional biometric data feature detection and recognition - The system includes a 3D feature detection module and 3D recognition module | 09-08-2011 |
20130177221 | System and method for three-dimensional biometric data feature detection and recognition - The system includes a 3D feature detection module and 3D recognition module | 07-11-2013 |
Shawn Michael Fleming, Dallas, TX US
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20130246118 | METHOD, APPARATUS, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT FOR A MARKET PLATFORM - Some examples provide systems, methods, apparatus, and computer program products for providing a market platform. The market platform may operate to inform buyers and suppliers, to allow buyers and suppliers to select products and contracting parameters to meet their needs, to allow buyers and suppliers to commit to supply agreements, and to enforce those supply agreements. These examples may provide such an integrated system by receiving buyer spend data, receiving contract offers from one or more suppliers based on the spend data, allowing the buyer to select one or more of the contract offers, and monitoring spend data to ensure compliance with the selected contract offer. The system may include dynamic pricing models, altering the price of the purchased products based on compliance with the selected contract offer. The system may also allow for various contracting models for managing the pricing of products based on the contractual terms agreed to by the buyer and supplier. | 09-19-2013 |
20130246221 | METHOD, APPARATUS, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT FOR CONTRACT COMPLIANCE MONITORING AND ENFORCEMENT - Some examples provide systems, methods, apparatus, and computer program products for monitoring and/or enforcing compliance with contract provisions. A market platform may operate to inform buyers and suppliers, to allow buyers and suppliers to select products and contracting parameters to meet their needs, to allow buyers and suppliers to commit to supply agreements, and to enforce those supply agreements. These examples may provide such an integrated system by receiving buyer spend data, receiving contract offers from one or more suppliers based on the spend data, allowing the buyer to select one or more of the contract offers, and monitoring spend data to ensure compliance with the selected contract offer. The system may include dynamic price models, altering the price of the purchased products based on compliance with the selected contract offer. The system may include provisions for monitoring achievement from buyer spend data, and monitoring and enforcing contract terms based on that achievement. | 09-19-2013 |
20130246237 | METHOD, APPARATUS, AND COMPUTER PROGRAM PRODUCT FOR PURCHASE PLANNING - Some examples provide systems, methods, apparatus, and computer program products for providing a market platform. The market platform may operate to inform buyers and suppliers, to allow buyers and suppliers to select products and contracting parameters to meet their needs, to allow buyers and suppliers to commit to supply agreements, and to enforce those supply agreements. These examples may provide such an integrated system by receiving buyer spend data, receiving contract offers from one or more suppliers based on the spend data, allowing the buyer to select one or more of the contract offers, and monitoring spend data to ensure compliance with the selected contract offer. The system may include dynamic pricing models, altering the price of the purchased products based on compliance with the selected contract offer. The system may also allow for various contracting models for managing the pricing of products based on the contractual terms agreed to by the buyer and supplier. | 09-19-2013 |
Wayne Anthony Fleming, Dallas, TX US
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20110008220 | Automated Chemical Diluter System Having Disposable Components - A chemical diluter system includes a housing. A container is mounted in the housing and is adapted for storing soluble flowable chemical solids. A mixing chamber is disposed within the housing and adjacent to the container. A disposable dispenser is attached to the container for automatically dispensing a measured amount of the chemical solids from the container into the mixing chamber via gravity flow. The mixing chamber is adapted to receive fluid for dissolution of the chemical solids and for dispensing a diluted chemical solution of the chemical solids. | 01-13-2011 |
20110081713 | System and Apparatus for Feeding, Solubilizing, Growing and Discharging a Biological Material - Apparatus useful for feeding a particulate starter material comprising nutrient and bacteria to a mixing tank, for solubilizing the starter material inside the mixing tank, for promoting growth of the bacteria and for discharging an aqueous slurry comprising the bacteria from the mixing tank. The apparatus preferably has a gravity-flow feeder and discharge port, does not require a pump, and comprises disposable parts. | 04-07-2011 |