JP2007521430A - Radial expansion system - Google Patents

Abstract

SOLUTION: Radial expansion system [selection diagram] FIG.

Description

  The present invention relates generally to oil and gas exploration, and more particularly to the formation and repair of well casings that facilitate oil and gas exploration.

Cross-reference of phase-related applications This patent application includes: US Provisional Application No. 60 / 585,370 filed July 2, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.299), and (3) United States Application filed August 11, 2004 Claims the benefit of the filing date of provisional application 60/600679 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.194), the disclosures of which are incorporated herein by reference.

  This patent application (1) claims priority to US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 270,007 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.50) filed on February 20, 2001, 2002. PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. US02 / 04353 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.50.02), filed on February 14, (2) filed on February 15, 2002 PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. US03 filed on Jan. 9, 2003 claiming priority over US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 357,372 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.71) No./006009 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.71.002), (3) US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 585,370 filed July 2, 2004 (Attorney No. 25791.299), and (4) one or more of US Provisional Patent Application No. 60/600679 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.194) filed on August 11, 2004 These continuation-in-part applications, the disclosures of which are incorporated herein by reference.

This patent application is related to the following co-pending applications: (1) US patent application Ser. No. 09/454, filed Dec. 3, 1999, claiming priority over US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 111,293, filed Dec. 7, 1998. , 139 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.03.02), US Pat. No. 6,497,289, (2) US Patent Provisional Application filed on February 25, 1999 No. 09 / 510,913 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.7.02) filed on February 23, 2000, claiming priority over the 60 / 121,702 specification. ), (3) US Patent Application No. 09 filed on Feb. 10, 2000 claiming priority to US Provisional Application No. 60 / 119,611 filed on Feb. 11, 1999. / 502,350 Description (Attorney Docket No. 25791.8.02), (4) Claims priority to US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 108,558 filed Nov. 16, 1998 1999 No. 6,328,113, filed as US patent application Ser. No. 09 / 440,338 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.9.02) filed on November 15, 5) US patent application Ser. No. 10 / 169,434, filed Jul. 1, 2002, claiming priority to US provisional application No. 60 / 183,546, filed Feb. 18, 2000. (Attorney Docket No. 25791.10.04), (6) claims priority to US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 124,042 filed on March 11, 1999 No. 09 / 523,468 filed on Mar. 10 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.11.02), (7) U.S. Patent Provisional filed on Feb. 26, 1999 US patent application Ser. No. 09 / 512,895, filed Feb. 24, 2000 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.12.02) filed on Feb. 24, 2000, claiming priority to application 60 / 121,841. No. 6,568,471, and (8) US Provisional Application No. 60 / 121,907 filed on Feb. 26, 1999, claiming priority. US Pat. No. 6,575,240 filed as US patent application Ser. No. 09 / 511,941 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.16.02) filed on Feb. 24, 2000, (9) 1 US patent application Ser. No. 09 / 588,946, filed Jun. 7, 2000 claiming priority over US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 137,998, filed Jun. 7, 999. 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  In accordance with one aspect of the present invention, a method is provided for forming a tubular liner in an existing structure, the method comprising disposing the tubular assembly in the existing structure; Expanding and plastically deforming, and prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the tubular assembly, a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a lower yield point than another portion of the tubular assembly. Have.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, the expandable tubular member comprising 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, 0.01% P, and S = 0. A steel alloy containing 002%, Si 0.24%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.02% is included.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, the expandable tubular member comprising 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, 0.017% P, and S of 0.0. A steel alloy containing 004%, Si 0.29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.03% is included.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, wherein the expandable tubular member is 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, 0.006% P, 0.00% S. A steel alloy containing 003%, Si 0.30%, Cu 0.16%, Ni 0.05% and Cr 0.05% is included.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, wherein the expandable tubular member is 0.02% C, 1.31% Mn, 0.02% P, and S is 0.0. A steel alloy containing 001%, Si 0.45%, Ni 9.1% and Cr 18.7% is included.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, wherein the expandable tubular member has a yield point of up to about 46.9 ksi prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation, wherein the expandable tube The yield point of the shaped member is at least 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, and the yield point of the expandable tubular member after radial expansion and plastic deformation is the expandable tubular shape before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is at least about 40% larger than the yield point of the member.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, wherein the anisotropy of the expandable tubular member is at least about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, wherein the yield point of the expandable tubular member is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, The yield point of the tubular member is at least 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, and the yield point of the expandable tubular member after radial expansion and plastic deformation is the expandable tubular shape before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is at least about 28% larger than the yield point of the member.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, wherein the anisotropy of the expandable tubular member is at least about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, wherein the anisotropy of the expandable tubular member is at least about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, wherein the anisotropy of the expandable tubular member is at least about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, wherein the anisotropy of the expandable tubular member is from about 1.04 to about 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. .

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, and the yield point of the expandable tubular member is from about 47.6 ksi to about 61.7 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, and the expandability coefficient of the expandable tubular member is greater than 0.12 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, wherein the expandable coefficient of the expandable tubular member is greater than the expandability coefficient of another portion of the expandable tubular member.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, wherein the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. Have

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a method is provided for radially expanding and plastically deforming a tubular assembly that includes a first tubular member coupled to a second tubular member, the method within an existing structure. And expanding the unit length of the second tubular member in the radial direction in order to radially expand the unit length of the first tubular member. And a step of using a work rate lower than the work rate to be performed.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a system is provided for radially expanding and plastically deforming a tubular assembly that includes a first tubular member coupled to a second tubular member, the system within an existing structure. Means for radially expanding the tubular assembly and radially expanding each unit length of the second tubular member to radially expand each unit length of the first tubular member. And means for using less work than required.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a method of manufacturing a tubular member is provided, the method comprising processing the tubular member until the tubular member is characterized by one or more intermediate features; Placing the tubular member in an existing structure; and processing the tubular member in the existing structure until the tubular member is characterized by one or more final features. Including.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, an instrument is provided that includes an expandable tubular assembly and an expansion device coupled to the expandable tubular assembly, wherein the instrument includes a predetermined of the expandable tubular assembly. Some have a lower yield point than another part of the expandable tubular assembly.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, and the yield point of the expandable tubular member after radial expansion and plastic deformation is the expandable tubular shape before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is at least about 5.8% larger than the yield point of the member.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a method is provided for determining the extensibility of a selected tubular member, the method comprising: determining an anisotropy value of the selected tubular member; Determining the strain hardening value of the tubular member and calculating the expandability value of the selected tubular member by multiplying the anisotropy value by the strain hardening value.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a method is provided for radially expanding and plastically deforming a tubular member, the method comprising: selecting one tubular member; and anisotropy of the selected tubular member. Determining the strain hardening value of the selected tubular member, and determining the extensibility value of the selected tubular member to the anisotropic value to calculate the strain hardening value. And a step of radially expanding and plastically deforming the selected tubular member when the anisotropy value is greater than 0.12.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a radially expandable tubular member instrument is provided, the instrument engaging a first tubular member and a second tubular member engaging the first tubular member. A tubular member that overlaps the first and second tubular members at the joint and connects the first and second tubular members, and the radial direction of the instrument. Prior to expansion and plastic deformation, the predetermined part of the instrument has a lower yield point than another part of the instrument.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a radially expandable tubular member device is provided, the expandable tubular member device engaged with a first tubular member and the first tubular member. And a second sleeve that overlaps the first and second tubular members at the joint and connects the first and second tubular members, The sleeve has tapered ends and a flange engaged with a recess formed in an adjacent tubular member, and one of the tapered ends is a surface formed on the flange. Thus, prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the instrument, a predetermined portion of the instrument has a lower yield point than another part of the instrument.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method of joining radially expandable tubular members, the method comprising providing a first tubular member and connecting a second tubular member to the first tube. A step of engaging a cylindrical member to form a joint, a step of providing a sleeve, and a step of attaching the sleeve to overlap and connect the first and second tubular members at the joint. The first tubular member, the second tubular member and the sleeve define the contour of the tubular assembly, the step of attaching the sleeve, and the step of radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular assembly. A pre-determined portion of the tubular assembly has a lower yield point than another portion of the tubular assembly prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation; And a step of radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method of joining radially expandable tubular members, the method comprising providing a first tubular member and connecting a second tubular member to the first tube. Engaging the shaped member to form a joint; and providing a sleeve having tapered ends and a flange, wherein one of the tapered ends is a surface on the flange. And a step of attaching the sleeve to overlap and connect the first and second tubular members at the joint, wherein the flange is in a recess in one of the adjacent tubular members. Engaging the sleeve, wherein the first tubular member, the second tubular member, and the sleeve define a tubular assembly; and Radially extending and plastically deforming the tube-shaped assembly, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a lower yield point than another portion of the tubular assembly prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. And the step of radially expanding and plastically deforming.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular assembly is provided, the expandable tubular assembly including a first tubular member and a second tubular member coupled to the first tubular member. A first screw connection for connecting a part of the first and second tubular members, and a first screw connection for connecting another portion of the first and second tubular members. A second screw connection spaced from the screw connection; a tubular sleeve coupled to the first and second tubular members and receiving their distal ends; and the first and second tubes A sealing element disposed between the first and second screw connections spaced apart to seal a contact surface between the first and second members, wherein the sealing element is the first Between the first and second tubular members Be those that are located within the defined annulus, before radial expansion and plastic deformation of the assembly, the predetermined portion of the assembly has a lower yield point than another portion of the instrument.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a method for joining radially expandable tubular members, the method comprising providing a first tubular member, providing a second tubular member, Providing a sleeve; attaching the sleeve to overlap and connect the first and second tubular members; and screw connecting the first and second tubular members at a first location. A step of screw-connecting the first and second tubular members at a second location spaced from the first location, and the first and second locations between the first and second locations, Sealing a contact surface between second tubular members using a compressible sealing element, wherein the first tubular member, the second tubular member, the sleeve, and the sealing element are Define the contour of the tubular assembly The step of sealing and the step of radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular assembly, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is the tubular shape before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. Said radially expanding and plastically deforming step having a yield point lower than another part of the assembly.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, and the carbon content of the tubular member is 0.12% or less, and the carbon equivalent value of the tubular member is less than 0.21. .

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, wherein the expandable tubular member has a carbon content greater than 0.12%, and the carbon equivalent value of the tubular member is less than 0.36. .

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a method for selecting a tubular member for radial expansion and plastic deformation is provided, the method comprising: selecting a tubular member from a collection of tubular members; The step of determining the carbon content of the tubular member, the step of determining the carbon equivalent value of the selected tubular member, and the carbon content of the selected tubular member being 0.12% or less, and selecting Determining that the selected tubular member is suitable for radial expansion and plastic deformation when the carbon equivalent value of the resulting tubular member is less than 0.21.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a method for selecting a tubular member for radial expansion and plastic deformation is provided, the method comprising: selecting a tubular member from a collection of tubular members; The step of determining the carbon content of the tubular member, the step of determining the carbon equivalent value of the selected tubular member, and the carbon content of the selected tubular member being greater than 0.12% and selected. Determining that the selected tubular member is suitable for radial expansion and plastic deformation when the carbon equivalent value of the tubular member is less than 0.36.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, an expandable tubular member is provided, and the expandable tubular member includes a tube body, and the yield point of the tube-shaped portion inside the tube body is the tube. Below the yield point of the tubular part outside the body.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, the provided method of manufacturing a radially expandable tubular member includes a step of providing a tubular member, a step of heat-treating the tubular member, and rapidly cooling the tubular member. A step of quenching, wherein the tubular member has a microstructure having a hard phase structure and a soft phase structure after the rapid cooling.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a method is provided for radially expanding a tubular assembly, the method comprising: radially compressing a lower portion of the tubular assembly by pressurizing an interior of the lower portion of the tubular assembly. Expanding and plastically deforming, and subsequent to the step, radially expanding and plastically deforming the remaining portion of the tubular assembly by bringing an expansion device into contact with the interior of the tubular assembly.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a system is provided for radially expanding a tubular assembly, the system applying a pressure to a lower portion of the tubular assembly within the lower portion of the tubular assembly, Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming, and subsequent to the step, for the remaining part of the tubular assembly to radially expand and plastically deform by bringing an expanding device into contact with the interior of the tubular assembly. Means.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a method of repairing a tubular assembly is provided, the method comprising placing a tubular patch within the tubular assembly and pressurizing the interior of the tubular patch. Radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular patch such that the tubular patch joins the tubular assembly.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a repair system for a tubular assembly is provided, the system comprising means for placing a tubular patch within the tubular assembly and pressurizing the interior of the tubular patch. And means for radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular patch such that the tubular patch joins the tubular assembly.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a method for radially expanding a tubular member is provided, the method comprising a step of accumulating a pressurized fluid supply and a controlled injection of the pressurized fluid into the tubular member. Including the step of.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a system is provided for radially expanding a tubular member, the system including means for accumulating a pressurized fluid supply and the pressurized fluid within the tubular member. Means for controlled injection.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, there is provided an instrument for radially expanding a tubular member, the instrument comprising a fluid container, a pump for delivering fluid from the fluid container, and a fluid pumped from the container. An accumulator for receiving and accumulating, a flow control valve for controlling and releasing the fluid accumulated in the container, and a pressure chamber in the tubular member in conjunction with the interior of the tubular member. And an expansion element for receiving the accumulated and discharged fluid into the pressure chamber.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a device for radially expanding a tubular member, the device comprising an expandable tubular member and the expandable tubular shape removably coupled to the expandable tubular member. A locking device disposed within the member; a tubular support member disposed within the expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device; and within the expandable tubular member coupled to the tubular support member Adjustable expander device, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. With a low yield point.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a device for radially expanding a tubular member, the device comprising an expandable tubular member and the expandable tubular shape removably coupled to the expandable tubular member. A locking device disposed within the member; a tubular support member disposed within the expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device; and within the expandable tubular member coupled to the tubular support member An adjustable expansion device disposed on the surface, means for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member, and between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member Means for sealing the contact surface of the tube and another tubular support received in the tubular support member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member And means for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and another tubular support member; and for conducting torque between the other tubular support member and the tubular support member Means, a means for sealing a contact surface between another tubular support member and the tubular support member, and a contact surface between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member Means for sensing operating pressure in another tubular support member, means for pressurizing the interior of the other tubular support member, and another tubular shape relative to the tubular support member Means for limiting the amount of axial movement of the support member and a tubular liner connected to the end of the expandable tubular member, wherein at least one of the expandable tubular members Before the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and a low yield point higher than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation ductility.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a method for radially expanding a tubular member is provided, the method comprising: placing the tubular member and an adjustable expansion device within an existing structure; and By radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the tubular member by pressurizing the interior, increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device, and moving the adjustable expansion device relative to the tubular member. Further expanding and plastically deforming another portion of the tubular member.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a system for radially expanding a tubular member is provided, the system including means for placing the tubular member and an adjustable expansion device within an existing structure, and the tubular member. Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the tubular member by pressurizing the interior of the member; means for increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device; and the adjustable for the tubular member. Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming another part of the tubular member by movement of the adjusting and expanding device.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a method is provided for radially expanding and plastically deforming an expandable tubular member, the method including the step of limiting the amount of radial expansion of the expandable tubular member.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, an instrument for radially expanding a tubular member is provided, the instrument comprising an expandable tubular member and the expandable tubular member coupled to the expandable tubular member. An expansion device for radially expanding and plastically deforming a member, and a tubular expansion limiter connected to the expandable tubular member for limiting the degree of radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expandable tubular member Including.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, an instrument for radially expanding a tubular member is provided, the instrument comprising an expandable tubular member and the expandable tubular member coupled to the expandable tubular member. An expansion device for radially expanding and plastically deforming, and a tubular expansion limiter connected to the expandable tubular member for limiting the degree of radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expandable tubular member; A locking device disposed within the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member, and a tubular shape disposed within the expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device and the expansion device. A support member, means for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member, the expandable tubular member and the channel Means for sealing the contact surface between the tubular support member, means for sensing the operating pressure in the tubular support member, and means for pressurizing the interior of the tubular support member; And at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a method for radially expanding a tubular member is provided, the method comprising: placing the tubular member and an adjustable expansion device within an existing structure; and A step of radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the tubular member by pressurizing the inside; and a portion of the tubular member being radially expanded and plasticized by pressurizing the interior of the tubular member. Limiting the degree of deformation, increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device, and radially expanding and plastically deforming another portion of the tubular member by movement of the adjustable expansion device relative to the tubular member. Including the step of.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a system for radially expanding a tubular member is provided, the system including means for placing the tubular member and an adjustable expansion device within an existing structure, and the tubular member. Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the tubular member by pressurizing the interior of the member; and the portion of the tubular member having a diameter by pressurizing the interior of the tubular member. Means for limiting the degree of directional expansion and plastic deformation; means for increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device; and movement of the adjustable expansion device relative to the tubular member; Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming the portion.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a device for radially expanding an expandable tubular member, the device being expandable tubular member and the expandable member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member. A locking device disposed within the tubular member, an actuator disposed within the expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device, and a tube disposed within the expandable tubular member coupled to the actuator -Like support member, a first expansion device coupled to the tubular support member, a second expansion device coupled to the tubular support member, and an expandable tube coupled to the second expansion device And a sleeve.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a method is provided for radially expanding a tubular member, the method comprising disposing an expandable tubular member and an expandable tubular sleeve within an existing structure; Expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the tubular member toward the expandable tubular sleeve; and expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve. .

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a system for radially expanding a tubular member is provided, the system comprising: means for placing the expandable tubular member and the expandable tubular sleeve within an existing structure; Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the expandable tubular member onto the expandable tubular sleeve; and radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve. Means.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, there is provided a device for radially expanding an expandable tubular member, the device being expandable tubular member and the expandable member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member. A locking device disposed within the tubular member, an actuator disposed within the expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device, and a tube disposed within the expandable tubular member coupled to the actuator A support member, an adjustable expansion device connected to the tubular support member, an unadjustable expansion device connected to the tubular support member, and an expandable tubular sleeve connected to the non-adjustable expansion device including.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a method is provided for radially expanding a tubular member, wherein the method places an expandable tubular member, an expandable tubular sleeve, and an adjustable expansion device within an existing structure. Increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device, directing at least a portion of the expandable tubular member onto the expandable tubular sleeve using the adjustable expansion device and A step of plastically deforming, and a step of radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a part of the expandable tubular sleeve.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a system for radially expanding a tubular member is provided, the system placing an expandable tubular member, an expandable tubular sleeve, and an adjustable expansion device within an existing structure. Means for increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device, and at least a portion of the expandable tubular member is directed onto the expandable tubular sleeve using the adjustable expansion device. Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming and means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve.

  According to another aspect of the present invention, a device for radially expanding a provided expandable tubular member includes an expandable tubular member and the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member. A locking device disposed within, an actuator disposed within the expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device, and a tubular support member disposed within the expandable tubular member coupled to the actuator And an adjustable expansion device disposed within the expandable tubular member coupled to the tubular support member.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a method for radially expanding a provided tubular member includes disposing an expandable tubular member, an expandable tubular sleeve, and an adjustable expansion device within an existing structure; Increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device to radially expand and plastically deform at least a portion of at least one of the expandable tubular member and the expandable tubular sleeve, and using the adjustable expansion device Expanding and plastically deforming at least another portion of the expandable tubular member.

  In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a system for radially expanding a provided tubular member includes means for placing an expandable tubular member, an expandable tubular sleeve, and an adjustable expansion device within an existing structure. Means for increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device to radially expand and plastically deform at least a portion of at least one of the expandable tubular member and the expandable tubular sleeve; and the adjustable expansion device And means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least another portion of the expandable tubular member.

Referring first to FIG. 1, an example of an expandable tubular assembly 10 includes a first expandable tubular member 12 coupled to a second expandable tubular member 14. In some embodiments, the ends of the first and second expandable tubular members 12, 14 may have, for example, conventional mechanical coupling, welding, brazing connections, screw connections, and / or interference fit connections. Connected. In one embodiment, the first expandable tubular member 12 include those having a plastic yield point YP _1, wherein the second expandable tubular member 14 has a plastic yield point YP _2. In one embodiment, the expandable tubular assembly 10 is placed in an existing structure, such as a well 16 across the formation 18.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the expansion device 20 can then be placed in the second expandable tubular member 14. In some embodiments, the expansion device 20 can include one or more of the following conventional expansion devices, for example. a) Expansion cone, b) Rotation expansion device, c) Hydroforming expansion device, d) Propulsion expansion device, e) Weatherford International, Baker Hughes, Halliburton Energy Services, Shell Oil Co. , Schlumberger, and / or the Environment Global Technology L. L. C. Any expansion device that is marketed or disclosed by any published patent application or patent granted. In some embodiments, the expansion device 20 can be disposed within the second expandable tubular member 14 before, during or after deployment of the expandable tubular assembly 10 within the existing structure 16. Be placed.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the expansion device 20 is then operated to radially expand and plastically deform at least a portion of the second expandable tubular member 14 to form a bell-shaped section. Can do.

  As shown in FIG. 4, by subsequently operating the expansion device 20, the remaining portion of the second expandable tubular member 14 and at least a portion of the first expandable tubular member 12 Can be radially expanded and plastically deformed.

  In one embodiment, at least a portion of at least a portion of at least one of the first and second expandable tubular members 12, 14 is radially expanded to make intimate contact with the inner surface of the existing structure 16. .

In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 5, the plastic yield point YP ₁ is greater than the plastic yield point YP _2. In this manner, in one embodiment, the amount of work and / or energy required to radially expand the second expandable tubular member 14 is determined by the first expandable tubular member 12. Less than the amount of work and / or energy required for radial expansion.

In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 6, the first expandable tubular member 12 and / or the second expandable tubular member 14 before radial expansion and plastic deformation, the ductile D _PE And yield strength YS _PE , and after radial expansion and plastic deformation, it has ductility _DAE and yield strength YS _AE . In one _embodiment, greater than _{D PE} is greater than _{D AE, YS AE} is _{YS PE.} In this manner, the first expandable tubular member 12 and / or the second expandable tubular member 14 deforms during the radial expansion and plastic deformation process. Furthermore, in this method, in one embodiment, the amount of work and / or energy required to radially expand each unit length of the first and / or second expandable tubular members 12 and 14. Decrease. Further, because YS _AE is greater than YS _PE , the collapse strength of the first expandable tubular member 12 and / or the second expandable tubular member 14 increases after the radial expansion and plastic deformation process. .

  In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 7, after the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expandable tubular assembly 10 described with reference to FIGS. At least a portion of the member 14 has an inner diameter that is at least greater than the inner diameter of the first expandable tubular member 12. In this manner, a bell-shaped section is formed using at least a portion of the second expandable tubular member 14. Next, another expandable tubular assembly 22 including a first expandable tubular member 24 and a second expandable tubular member 26 is placed over the first expandable tubular assembly 10. However, radial expansion and plastic deformation can be performed using the method described above with reference to FIGS. Further, after completion of radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expandable tubular assembly 20, in one embodiment, the inner diameter of at least a portion of the second expandable tubular member 26 is at least the first It is larger than the inner diameter of the expandable tubular member 24. In this manner, a bell-shaped section is formed using at least a portion of the second expandable tubular member 26. In addition, in this method, a single diameter tubular assembly is formed, which outlines the internal passage 28 having an essentially constant cross-sectional area and / or inner diameter.

With reference to FIG. 8, an example of an expandable tubular assembly 100 includes a first expandable tubular member 102 coupled to a tubular coupler 104. The tubular coupler 104 is coupled to a tubular coupler 106. The tubular coupler 106 is coupled to the second expandable tubular member 108. In some embodiments, the tubular couplers 104, 106 provide a tubular coupler assembly for coupling the first and second expandable tubular members 102, 108 together, for example, Conventional mechanical coupling, welding, brazing connections, screw connections, and / or interference fit connections can be included. In one embodiment, the first, second expandable tubular member 12, 14 include those having a plastic yield point YP _1, wherein the tubular connector 104 and 106, plastic yield point YP ₂ Have In one embodiment, the expandable tubular assembly 100 is placed in an existing structure, such as a well 110 that traverses the formation 112.

  As FIG. 9 shows, an expansion device 114 can then be placed within the second expandable tubular member 108. In some embodiments, the expansion device 114 can include one or more of the following conventional expansion devices, for example. a) Expansion cone, b) Rotation expansion device, c) Hydroforming expansion device, d) Propulsion expansion device, e) Weatherford International, Baker Hughes, Halliburton Energy Services, Shell Oil Co. , Schlumberger, and / or the Environment Global Technology L. L. C. Any expansion device that is marketed or disclosed by any published patent application or patent granted. In some embodiments, the expansion device 114 can be disposed within the second expandable tubular member 108 before, during or after deployment of the expandable tubular assembly 100 within the existing structure 110. Be placed.

  As shown in FIG. 10, the expansion device 114 is then operated to radially expand and plastically deform at least a portion of the second expandable tubular member 108 to form a bell-shaped section. Can do.

  As shown in FIG. 11, the expansion device 114 is then operated to provide the remaining portion of the second expandable tubular member 108 and at least a portion of the first expandable tubular member 102. Can be radially expanded and plastically deformed.

  In one embodiment, at least a portion of at least a portion of at least one of the first and second expandable tubular members 102, 108 is radially expanded to make intimate contact with the inner surface of the existing structure 110. .

In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 12, the plastic yield point YP ₁ is lower than the plastic yield point YP _2. In this method, in one embodiment, the amount of power and / or energy required to radially expand each unit length of the first and second expandable tubular members 102, 108 is determined by the tube. The unit lengths of the couplings 104, 106 are less than the amount of work and / or energy required to radially expand.

In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 13, the first expandable tubular member 12 and / or the second expandable tubular member 14 before radial expansion and plastic deformation, the ductile D _PE And yield strength YS _PE , and after radial expansion and plastic deformation, it has ductility _DAE and yield strength YS _AE . In one _embodiment, greater than _{D PE} is greater than _{D AE, YS AE} is _{YS PE.} In this manner, the first expandable tubular member 12 and / or the second expandable tubular member 14 deforms during the radial expansion and plastic deformation process. Furthermore, in this method, in one embodiment, the amount of work and / or energy required to radially expand each unit length of the first and / or second expandable tubular members 12 and 14. Decrease. Furthermore, since YS _AE is larger than YS _PE, the collapse strength of the first expandable tubular member 12 and / or the second expandable tubular member 14 increases after the radial expansion and plastic deformation process. .

  Referring to FIG. 14, an example of an expandable tubular assembly 200 includes a first expandable tubular member 204 that is coupled to a second expandable tubular member 204 that defines the radial openings 204a, 204b, 204c, 204d. A tubular member 202 is included. In some embodiments, the ends of the first and second expandable tubular members 202, 204 may have, for example, conventional mechanical coupling, welding, brazing connections, screw connections, and / or interference fit connections. Connected. In one embodiment, one or more of the openings 204a, 204b, 204c, 204d have a circular, elliptical, square, and / or irregular cross-section, or the second expandable tubular member 204. Including a portion extending to either end of the contact, or both. In one embodiment, the expandable tubular assembly 200 is placed in an existing structure, such as a well 206 that traverses the formation 208.

  As FIG. 15 shows, an expansion device 210 can then be placed in the second expandable tubular member 204. In some embodiments, the expansion device 210 can include one or more of the following conventional expansion devices, for example. a) Expansion cone, b) Rotation expansion device, c) Hydroforming expansion device, d) Propulsion expansion device, e) Weatherford International, Baker Hughes, Halliburton Energy Services, Shell Oil Co. , Schlumberger, and / or the Environment Global Technology L. L. C. Any expansion device that is marketed or disclosed by any published patent application or patent granted. In some embodiments, the expansion device 210 can be placed in the second expandable tubular member 204 before, during or after deployment of the expandable tubular assembly 200 in the existing structure 206. Be placed.

  As shown in FIG. 16, the expansion device 210 is then operated to radially expand and plastically deform at least a portion of the second expandable tubular member 204 to form a bell-shaped section. Can do.

  As shown in FIG. 16, the remainder of the second expandable tubular member 204 and at least a portion of the first expandable tubular member 202 are then operated by operating the expansion device 20 next. Can be radially expanded and plastically deformed.

  In one embodiment, the anisotropy ratio (“AR”) of the first and second expandable tubular members is defined by the following equation:

AR = ln (WT _f / WT _o ) / ln (D _f / D _o );
In this formula, AR = anisotropy ratio,
WT _f = final wall thickness of the expandable tubular member after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expandable tubular member,
WT _i = initial wall thickness of the expandable tubular member before radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expandable tubular member,
D _f = final inner diameter of the expandable tubular member after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expandable tubular member,
D _i = the initial inner diameter of the expandable tubular member before expansion and plastic deformation of the expandable tubular member.

  In one embodiment, the anisotropy ratio (“AR”) of the first and / or second expandable tubular members 202, 204 is greater than one.

  In one experimental embodiment, the second expandable tubular member 204 has an anisotropy ratio greater than 1, and results from radial expansion and plastic deformation of the second expandable tubular member. As a result, neither the opening of 204a, 204b, 204c, or 204d nor splitting occurred, and the remaining portion of the second expandable tubular member was not crushed. This was an unexpected result.

  Referring to FIG. 18, in one embodiment, one or more of the expandable tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202, and / or 204 are in an initial state. The tubular member is processed using the method 300 where it is thermo-machined in step 302. In one embodiment, the thermal machining step 302 includes one or more heat treatments and / or machining operations. As a result of the thermal machining step 302, the tubular member is deformed to an intermediate state. The tubular member is then further thermomechanically processed in step 304. In one embodiment, the thermal machining step 304 includes one or more heat treatments and / or machining operations. As a result of the thermal machining step 304, the tubular member is deformed to a final state.

In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 19, during the operation of the method 300, the tubular member, prior to final thermomechanical processing steps 304 be one having a ductility D _PE and yield strength YS _PE, It has ductility _DAE and yield strength YS _AE after final thermal machining. In one _embodiment, greater than _{D PE} is greater than _{D AE, YS AE} is _{YS PE.} In this manner, the amount of energy and / or power required to deform the tubular member is reduced during final thermal machining in step 304 by using a machining process. Further, in this method, because YS _AE is greater than YS _PE , the collapse strength of the tubular member increases after the final thermo-machining in step 304.

  In one embodiment, one or more of the expandable tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202, and / or 204 have the following characteristics.

In one embodiment, one or more of the expandable tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202, and / or 204 are characterized by an expandability factor f;
i. f = rXn,
ii. In this equation, f = scalability coefficient,
1. r = anisotropy ratio,
2. n = Strain hardening index.

  In one embodiment, the one or more anisotropic ratios of the expandable tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202, and / or 204 are greater than one. In one embodiment, the one or more strain hardening indices of the expandable tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202, and / or 204 are greater than 0.12. . In one embodiment, the one or more extensibility factors of the expandable tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202, and / or 204 are greater than 0.12. .

  In one embodiment, the power and / or energy required for a tubular member having a higher extensibility coefficient to radially expand and plastically deform each unit length is tubular with a lower extensibility coefficient. Lower than member. In one embodiment, the power and / or energy required per unit length for a tubular member having a higher extensibility factor to radially expand and plastically deform is a tubular shape having a lower extensibility factor. Lower than member.

  In some embodiments, one or more of the expandable tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202, and / or 204 is one of the following compositions: A steel alloy having

In an experimental example, as FIG. 20 shows, a sample of an expandable tubular member with alloy A has a yield point YP _BE before radial expansion and plastic deformation, about 16% after radial expansion and plastic deformation. yield point _{YP AE16%,} showed about _AE24% 24% of the yield point _YP after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one experimental example, YP _{AE 24%} > YP _{AE 16%} > YP _BE . Furthermore, in one experimental example, the ductility of the sample of the expandable tubular member with Alloy A showed higher ductility before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. These were unexpected results.

  In one experimental example, a sample of expandable tubular member with Alloy A exhibited the following tensile properties before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation.

In an experimental example, as FIG. 21 shows, a sample of an expandable tubular member with alloy B has a yield point YP _BE before radial expansion and plastic deformation, about 16% after radial expansion and plastic deformation. yield point _{YP AE16%,} showed about _AE24% 24% of the yield point _YP after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one example, YP _{AE 24%} > YP _{AE 16%} > YP _BE . Furthermore, in one experimental example, the ductility of the sample of the expandable tubular member with alloy B showed higher ductility before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. These were unexpected results.

  In one experimental example, a sample of expandable tubular member with Alloy B exhibited the following tensile properties before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  In one experimental example, an expandable tubular sample with alloys A, B, C, D exhibited the following tensile properties prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  In one embodiment, one or more of the expandable tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202, and / or 204 have a strain hardening index greater than 0.12. And the yield ratio is less than 0.85.

In one embodiment, the carbon equivalent C _e of the tubular member having 0.12% carbon content (by weight percent) is expressed by the following.

In this equation, C _e = carbon equivalent value,
a. C = weight percentage of carbon b. Mn = weight percentage of manganese c. Cr = weight percentage of chromium d. Mo = Molybdenum weight percentage e. V = weight percentage of vanadium f. Ti = weight percentage of titanium g. Nb = Niobium weight percentage h. Ni = nickel weight percentage i. Cu = copper weight percentage In one embodiment, for a tubular member having a carbon content of 0.12 weight percent or less, the expandable tubular member 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108 , 202, and / or one or more carbon equivalent value _{C e} of 204 is less than 0.21.

In one embodiment, the carbon equivalent C _e of the tubular member having a higher carbon content than 0.12% (by weight percent) is expressed by the following.

In this equation, C _e = carbon equivalent value,
a. C = weight percentage of carbon b. Si = weight percentage of silicon c. Mn = weight percentage of manganese d. Cu = copper weight percentage e. Cr = weight percentage of chromium f. Ni = nickel weight percentage g. Mo = weight percentage of molybdenum h. V = weight percentage of vanadium i. B = weight percentage of boron In one embodiment, for tubular members having a carbon content greater than 0.12% (by weight percentage), the expandable tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104 , 106,108,202, and / or one or more carbon equivalent value _{C e} of 204 is less than 0.36.

  Referring to FIG. 22, in one embodiment, the first tubular member 2210 includes an internal screw connection 2212 at the end 2214. A first end of a tubular sleeve 2216 that includes an inner flange 2218 having a tapered portion 2220 and a second end that includes a tapered portion 2222 are attached to the end of the first tubular member 2210. And receiving said end. In one embodiment, the end 2214 of the first tubular member 2210 is in contact with one side of the inner flange of the tubular sleeve 2216, and the inner diameter of the inner flange 2218 of the tubular sleeve 2216 is The inner diameter of the internal threaded connection 2212 of the end 2214 of the tubular member 2210 is essentially equal to or greater than that. Next, an external screw connection 2224 of the end 2226 of the second tubular member 2228 having an annular recess 2230 is disposed within the tubular sleeve 2216 and the interior of the end 2214 of the first tubular member 2210. A screw connection is made to the screw connection 2212. In one embodiment, the inner flange 2218 of the tubular sleeve 2216 is received within the recess coupled to the annular recess 2230 at the end 2226 of the second tubular member 2228. Accordingly, the tubular sleeve 2216 connects and surrounds the outer surfaces of the first and second tubular members 2210 and 2228.

  The internal screw connection 2212 of the end 2214 of the first tubular member 2210 is a box connection, and the external screw connection 2224 of the end 2226 of the second tubular member 2228 is a pin connection. In one embodiment, the inner diameter of the tubular sleeve 2216 is at least about. In this method, the fluid material in the first and second tubular members can be discharged from the tubular member during the screw connection of the first and second tubular members 2210 and 2228. it can.

  As FIG. 22 shows, the first and second tubular members 2210, 2228 and the tubular sleeve 2216 may be connected to another structure, such as a cased well or a non-cased well. For example, radial expansion and plasticity can be achieved by placing within an object 2232 and moving and / or rotating a conventional dilator 2234 within (and / or through) the first and second tubular members, for example. It can be deformed. Tapered portions 2220 and 2222 of the tubular sleeve 2216 facilitate insertion and movement of the first and second tubular members into (and through) the structure 2232. Thus, the expansion device 2234 moves through the first and second tubular members 2210 and 2228, for example, from top to bottom or from bottom to top.

  During the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 2210 and 2228, the tubular sleeve 2216 is also radially expanded and plastically deformed. As a result, the tubular sleeve 2216 can be maintained in circumferential tension, and the end portions 2214 and 2226 of the first and second tubular members 2210 and 2228 can be maintained in circumferential compression.

  The sleeve 2216 increases the axial compressive load of the connection between the tubular members 2210, 2228 before and after expansion by the expansion device 2234. Sleeve 2216 can be secured, for example, by heat shrink fit to tubular members 2210 and 2228.

  In some alternative embodiments, the first and second tubular members 2210, 2228 may be other conventional methods for radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular members, such as internal pressure, hydroforming. , And / or roller expanders, and / or Baker Hughes, Weatherford International, and / or the Environment Global Technology L. L. C. Are radially expanded and plastically deformed using other conventional methods, such as any one or combination of previously marketed expansion products and services available from:

  The tubular sleeve 2216 includes: (a) during connection of the first tubular member to the second tubular member 2228; and (b) the first and second tubes into the structure 2232. Use during the placement of the shaped members and (c) during radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members provides a number of excellent benefits. For example, the tubular sleeve 2216 may be configured such that the outer surfaces of the end portions 2214 and 2226 of the first and second tubular members 2210 and 2228 are disposed during handling of the tubular member and insertion into the structure 2232. Protect. In this method, damage to the outer surfaces of the end portions 2214 and 2226 of the first and second tubular members 2210 and 2228 is avoided, so that the catastrophic failure that may occur due to stress concentration due to the damage is caused thereafter. The possibility of being caused during a radial expansion operation is avoided. In addition, the tubular sleeve 2216 provides an alignment measure that assists in the insertion and threading of the second tubular member 2228 into the first tubular member 2210. In this way, alignment failure of the first and second tubular members 2210, 2228, which can cause damage to the screw connections 2212, 2214, can be avoided. In addition, during the relative rotation of the second tubular member relative to the first tubular member, which is required during the screw connection of the first and second tubular members, the tubular sleeve 2216 A standard indicating how much the first and second tubular members are screw-connected is provided. For example, if the tubular sleeve 2216 is easily rotated, the first and second tubular members 2210, 2228 are not fully threaded, and the inner flange 2218 of the tubular sleeve Indicates no close contact. Further, the tubular sleeve 2216 can prevent cracks from spreading during radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 2210, 2228. In this way, failure modes, such as vertical cracks at the ends 2214, 2226 of the first and second tubular members, for example, can be limited in severity or eliminated altogether. In addition, after the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 2210 and 2228 are completed, the tubular sleeve 2216 includes the tubular sleeve 2216 and the first and second tubes. A metal-to-metal seal can be provided that fluid tightly seals between the outer surfaces of the ends 2214, 2226 of the member. In this method, fluid material passes through the threaded connections 2212, 2214 of the first and second tubular members 2210, 2228 and the ring between the first and second tubular members and the structure 2232. It is prevented from flowing into the belt. Furthermore, after the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 2210 and 2228, the tubular sleeve 2216 can be maintained in a circumferential tension, and the first and second tubular members Since the ends 2214, 2226 of 2210, 2228 can be maintained in circumferential compression, axial and / or torque loads are conducted through the tubular sleeve.

  In some embodiments, one or more portions of the first and second tubular members 2210, 2228 and the tubular sleeve 2216 may be connected to the tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202 and / or 204 having one or more of one or more material properties.

  Referring to FIG. 23, in one embodiment, the first tubular member 210 includes an internal screw connection 2312 at the end 2314. The first end of the tubular sleeve 2316 includes an internal flange 2318 and a tapered portion 2320. The second end of the sleeve 2316 includes an internal flange 2321 and a tapered portion 2322. Next, an external screw connection 2324 at the end 2326 of the second tubular member 2328 having an annular recess 2330 is disposed within the tubular sleeve 2316 and an internal thread at the end 2314 of the first tubular member 2310. A screw connection is made to the connection 2312. An inner flange 2318 of the sleeve 2316 is received in connection with the annular recess 2330.

  The first tubular member 2310 includes a recess 2331. The inner flange 2321 is coupled to the annular recess 2331 and is received. Accordingly, the sleeve 2316 connects and surrounds the outer surfaces of the first and second tubular members 2310 and 2328.

  The internal screw connection 2312 of the end 2314 of the first tubular member 2310 is a box connection, and the external screw connection 2324 of the end 2326 of the second tubular member 2328 is a pin connection. In one embodiment, the inner diameter of the tubular sleeve 2316 is at least about. In this method, the fluid material in the first and second tubular members can be discharged from the tubular member during the screw connection of the first and second tubular members 2310 and 2328. it can.

  As shown in FIG. 23, the first and second tubular members 2310, 2328 and the tubular sleeve 2316 are disposed within another structure 2332, such as a well, for example, an expansion device 2334. Can be radially expanded and plastically deformed by moving and / or rotating within (and / or through) the first and second tubular members. Tapered portions 2320 and 2322 of the tubular sleeve 2316 facilitate insertion and movement of the first and second tubular members into (and through) the structure 2332. Thus, the expansion device 2334 moves through the first and second tubular members 2310, 2328, for example, from top to bottom or from bottom to top.

  During the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 2310 and 2328, the tubular sleeve 2316 is also radially expanded and plastically deformed. In one embodiment, as a result, the tubular sleeve 2316 can be maintained in circumferential tension and the ends 2314, 2326 of the first and second tubular members 2310, 2328 are maintained in circumferential compression. can do.

  The sleeve 2316 increases the axial tensile load of the connection between the tubular members 2310 and 2328 before and after expansion by the expansion device 2334. The sleeve 2316 can be fixed to the tubular members 2310, 2328 by heat shrink fitting.

  In some embodiments, one or more portions of the first and second tubular members 2310, 2328 and the tubular sleeve 2316 are formed of the tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202 and / or 204 having one or more of one or more material properties.

  Referring to FIG. 24, in one embodiment, the first tubular member 2410 includes an internal threaded connection 2412 at the end 2414. The first end of the tubular sleeve 2416 includes an inner flange 2418 and a tapered portion 2420. The second end of the sleeve 2416 includes an internal flange 2421 and a tapered portion 2422. Next, an external thread connection 2424 of the end 2426 of the second tubular member 2428 having an annular recess 2430 is disposed within the tubular sleeve 2416 and the internal thread of the end 2414 of the first tubular member 2410 A screw connection is made to the connection 2412. An inner flange 2418 of the sleeve 2416 is received coupled to the annular recess 2430. The first tubular member 2410 includes a recess 2431. The inner flange 2421 is coupled to the annular recess 2431 and is received. Accordingly, the sleeve 2416 connects and surrounds the outer surfaces of the first and second tubular members 2410 and 2428.

  The internal screw connection 2412 of the end 2414 of the first tubular member 2410 is a box connection, and the external screw connection 2424 of the end 2426 of the second tubular member 2428 is a pin connection. In one embodiment, the inner diameter of the tubular sleeve 2416 is at least about. In this method, the fluid material in the first and second tubular members can be discharged from the tubular member during the screw connection of the first and second tubular members 2410 and 2428. it can.

  As shown in FIG. 24, the first and second tubular members 2410, 2428 and the tubular sleeve 2416 are placed in another structure 2432, such as a well, for example, an expansion device 2434. Can be radially expanded and plastically deformed by moving and / or rotating within (and / or through) the first and second tubular members. Tapered portions 2420, 2422 of the tubular sleeve 2416 facilitate insertion and movement of the first and second tubular members into (and through) the structure 2432. The movement of the expansion device 2434 through the first and second tubular members 2410 and 2428 can be performed, for example, from top to bottom or from bottom to top.

  During the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 2410 and 2428, the tubular sleeve 2416 is also radially expanded and plastically deformed. In one embodiment, as a result, the tubular sleeve 2416 can be maintained in circumferential tension and the ends 2414, 2426 of the first and second tubular members 2410, 2428 are maintained in circumferential compression. can do.

  The sleeve 2416 increases the axial compressive load and axial tensile load of the connection between the tubular members 2410 and 2428 before and after expansion by the expansion device 2424. The sleeve 2416 can be secured to the tubular members 2410, 2428 by heat shrink fit.

  In some embodiments, one or more portions of the first and second tubular members 2410, 2428 and the tubular sleeve 2416 may be formed of the tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202 and / or 204 having one or more of one or more material properties.

  Referring to FIG. 25, in one embodiment, the first tubular member 2510 includes an internal screw connection 2512 at the end 2514. The first end of the tubular sleeve 2516 includes an internal flange 2518 and a relief 2520. The second end of the sleeve 2516 includes an internal flange 2521 and a relief 2522. Next, an external screw connection 2524 of the end portion 2526 of the second tubular member 2528 having the annular recess 2530 is disposed in the tubular sleeve 2516 and the inside of the end portion 2514 of the first tubular member 2510. Screw connection is made to the screw connection 2512. An inner flange 2518 of the sleeve 2516 is coupled to the annular recess 2530 and is received. The first tubular member 2510 includes a recess 2531. The inner flange 2521 is coupled to the annular recess 2531 and is received. Therefore, the sleeve 2516 connects and surrounds the outer surfaces of the first and second tubular members 2510 and 2528.

  The internal screw connection 2512 of the end 2514 of the first tubular member 2510 is a box connection, and the external screw connection 2524 of the end 2526 of the second tubular member 2528 is a pin connection. In one embodiment, the inner diameter of the tubular sleeve 2516 is at least about .5 greater than the outer diameter of the first and second tubular members 2510, 2528. In this method, the fluid material in the first and second tubular members can be discharged from the tubular member during the screw connection of the first and second tubular members 2510 and 2528. it can.

  As FIG. 25 shows, the first and second tubular members 2510, 2528 and the tubular sleeve 2516 are placed in another structure 2532, such as a well, for example, an expansion device 2534. Can be radially expanded and plastically deformed by moving and / or rotating within (and / or through) the first and second tubular members. The relief 2520 includes a tapered surface 2542 and the relief 2522 includes a tapered surface 2544, each relief being filled with a sacrificial material 2540. The material 2540 may be a metal or a synthetic material and is provided to facilitate insertion and movement of the first and second tubular members 2510, 2528 through the structure 2532. The movement of the expansion device 2534 through the first and second tubular members 2510 and 2528 can be performed, for example, from top to bottom or from bottom to top.

  During the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 2510 and 2528, the tubular sleeve 2516 is also radially expanded and plastically deformed. In one embodiment, as a result, the tubular sleeve 2516 can be maintained in circumferential tension and the ends 2514, 2526 of the first and second tubular members 2510, 2528 are maintained in circumferential compression. can do.

  By adding the sacrificial material 2540 to the sleeve 2516, the sleeve 2516 and the tubular member 2510 are prevented from having a stress concentration portion. The tapered surfaces 2542, 2544 are intended to be worn or even damaged, or otherwise suffer from the wear or damage that the sleeve 2516 will suffer. The sleeve 2516 can be fixed to the tubular members 2510 and 2528 by heat shrink fitting.

  In some embodiments, one or more portions of the first and second tubular members 2510, 2528 and the tubular sleeve 2516 may be connected to the tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202 and / or 204 having one or more of one or more material properties.

  Referring to FIG. 26, in one embodiment, the first tubular member 2610 includes an internal threaded connection 2612 at the end 2614. The first end of the tubular sleeve 2616 includes an internal flange 2618 and a tapered portion 2620. The second end of the sleeve 2616 includes an internal flange 2621 and a tapered portion 2622. Next, an external threaded connection 2624 of the end 2626 of the second tubular member 2628 having an annular recess 2630 is disposed within the tubular sleeve 2616 and inside the end 2614 of the first tubular member 2610. Screw connection is made to the screw connection 2612. An inner flange 2618 of the sleeve 2616 is received coupled to the annular recess 2630.

  The first tubular member 2610 includes a recess 2631. The inner flange 2621 is coupled to the annular recess 2631 and is received. Accordingly, the sleeve 2616 connects and surrounds the outer surfaces of the first and second tubular members 2610 and 2628.

  The internal screw connection 2612 of the end portion 2614 of the first tubular member 2610 is a box connection, and the external screw connection 2624 of the end portion 2626 of the second tubular member 2628 is a pin connection. In one embodiment, the inner diameter of the tubular sleeve 2616 is at least about .5 greater than the outer diameter of the first and second tubular members 2610, 2628. In this method, the fluid material in the first and second tubular members can be discharged from the tubular member during the screw connection of the first and second tubular members 2610 and 2628. it can.

  As shown in FIG. 26, the first and second tubular members 2610, 2628 and the tubular sleeve 2616 are placed in another structure 2632, such as a well, and an expansion device 2634 is disposed, for example. By extending and / or rotating within the first and second tubular members (and / or through the members), radial expansion and plastic deformation can be achieved. Tapered portions 2620, 2622 of the tubular sleeve 2616 facilitate insertion and movement of the first and second tubular members into (and through) the structure 2632. Thus, the expansion device 2634 moves through the first and second tubular members 2610 and 2628, for example, from top to bottom or from bottom to top.

  During the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 2610 and 2628, the tubular sleeve 2616 is also radially expanded and plastically deformed. In one embodiment, as a result, the tubular sleeve 2616 can be maintained in circumferential tension and the ends 2614, 2626 of the first and second tubular members 2610, 2628 are maintained in circumferential compression. can do.

  Sleeve 2616 includes a thin-walled cylinder made of sacrificial material 2640. The space 2623 adjacent to the tapered portion 2620 and 2624 adjacent to the tapered portion 2622 are also filled with excess sacrificial material 2640. The material may be a metal or a synthetic material and is provided to facilitate insertion and movement of the first and second tubular members 2610, 2628 through the structure 2632.

  By adding the sacrificial material 2640 to the sleeve 2616, the sleeve 2616 and the tubular member 2610 are prevented from having a stress concentration portion. The excess sacrificial material 2640 adjacent to the tapered surfaces 2620, 2622 is intended to be worn or even damaged, otherwise the wear or damage that the sleeve 2616 may suffer. It is a thing to wear. The sleeve 2616 can be secured to the tubular members 2610, 2628 by heat shrink fit.

  In some embodiments, one or more portions of the first and second tubular members 2610, 2628 and the tubular sleeve 2616 are formed of the tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202 and / or 204 having one or more of one or more material properties.

  Referring to FIG. 27, in one embodiment, the first tubular member 2710 includes an internal screw connection 2712 at the end 2714. The first end of the tubular sleeve 2716 includes an internal flange 2718 and a tapered portion 2720. The second end of the sleeve 2716 includes an internal flange 2721 and a tapered portion 2722. Next, an external screw connection 2724 of the end 2726 of the second tubular member 2728 having an annular recess 2730 is disposed within the tubular sleeve 2716 and is internal to the end 2714 of the first tubular member 2710. Screw connection is made to the screw connection 2712. An inner flange 2718 of the sleeve 2716 is coupled and received with the annular recess 2730.

  The first tubular member 2710 includes a recess 2731. The inner flange 2721 is coupled to the annular recess 2731 and is received. Accordingly, the sleeve 2716 connects and surrounds the outer surfaces of the first and second tubular members 2710 and 2728.

  The internal screw connection 2712 of the end 2714 of the first tubular member 2710 is a box connection, and the external screw connection 2724 of the end 2726 of the second tubular member 2728 is a pin connection. In one embodiment, the inner diameter of the tubular sleeve 2716 is at least about. In this method, during the threaded connection of the first and second tubular members 2710, 2728, the fluid material in the first and second tubular members can be discharged from the tubular member. it can.

  As shown in FIG. 27, the first and second tubular members 2710, 2728 and the tubular sleeve 2716 are disposed in another structure 2732 such as a well, and an expansion device 2734 is disposed, for example. By extending and / or rotating within the first and second tubular members (and / or through the members), radial expansion and plastic deformation can be achieved. Tapered portions 2720, 2722 of the tubular sleeve 2716 facilitate insertion and movement of the first and second tubular members into (and through) the structure 2732. Thus, the expansion device 2734 moves through the first and second tubular members 2710 and 2728, for example, from top to bottom or from bottom to top.

  During the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 2710 and 2728, the tubular sleeve 2716 is also radially expanded and plastically deformed. In one embodiment, as a result, the tubular sleeve 2716 can be maintained in circumferential tension and the ends 2714, 2726 of the first and second tubular members 2710, 2728 are maintained in circumferential compression. can do.

  The sleeve 2716 has a variable thickness, which is due to one or more reduced thickness portions 2790 and / or increased thickness portions 2792.

  Varying the thickness of the sleeve 2716 provides the ability to control or induce the overall length of the sleeve 2716 and the stress at selected portions along the ends 2724, 2726. The sleeve 2716 can be fixed to the tubular members 2710, 2728 by heat shrink fitting.

  In some embodiments, one or more portions of the first and second tubular members 2710, 2728 and the tubular sleeve 2716 are formed of the tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202 and / or 204 having one or more of one or more material properties.

  Referring to FIG. 28, in one alternative embodiment, instead of changing the thickness of the sleeve 2716, it has been described above with reference to FIG. 27 by adding a member 2740 that is wound over a groove 2739 formed in the sleeve 2716. The same result can be achieved, and therefore the thickness along the entire length of the sleeve 2716 can be varied.

  Referring to FIG. 29, in one embodiment, the first tubular member 2910 includes an internal threaded connection 2912 and an internal annular recess 2914 at the end 2916. The first end of the tubular sleeve 2918 includes an internal flange 2920, and the second end of the sleeve 2918 is coupled to the end 2916 of the first tubular member 2910 and is received by the end. It is done. Next, an external screw connection 2922 at the end 2924 of the second tubular member 2926 having an annular recess 2928 is disposed within the tubular sleeve 2918 and an internal thread at the end 2916 of the first tubular member 2910. Screwed to connection 2912. An inner flange 2920 of the sleeve 2918 is received coupled to the annular recess 2928. Sealing element 2930 is received within an internal annular recess 2914 at end 2916 of the first tubular member 2910.

  The internal screw connection 2912 of the end 2916 of the first tubular member 2910 is a box connection, and the external screw connection 2922 of the end 2924 of the second tubular member 2926 is a pin connection. In one embodiment, the inner diameter of the tubular sleeve 2918 is at least about .5 greater than the outer diameter of the first tubular member 2910. In this method, during the threaded connection of the first and second tubular members 2910, 2926, the fluid material in the first and second tubular members can be discharged from the tubular member. it can.

  The first and second tubular members 2910 and 2926 and the tubular sleeve 2918 are arranged in another structure such as a well, and an expansion device is disposed in the first and second tubular shapes, for example. Radial expansion and plastic deformation can be achieved by moving and / or rotating within the member (and / or through the interior of the member).

  During the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 2910 and 2926, the tubular sleeve 2918 is also radially expanded and plastically deformed. In one embodiment, as a result, the tubular sleeve 2918 can be maintained in circumferential tension and the ends 2916, 2924 of the first and second tubular members 2910, 2926 are maintained in circumferential compression. can do.

  In one embodiment, the sealing element 2930 is positioned before, during, and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 2910, 2926 and the tubular sleeve 2918. 1. The contact surface between the second tubular members is sealed. In one embodiment, during and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 2910, 2926 and the tubular sleeve 2918, the first and second tubular members 2910, Between 2926, between the first tubular member and the tubular sleeve 2918 and / or between at least one of the second tubular member and the tubular sleeve. It is formed. In one embodiment, the intermetallic seal is both fluid tight and air tight.

  In some embodiments, one or more portions of the first and second tubular members 2910, 2926, the tubular sleeve 2918, and the sealing element 2930 are connected to the tubular members 12, 14. 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202 and / or 204 have one or more of one or more material properties.

  Referring to FIG. 30a, in one embodiment, the first tubular member 3010 includes internal threaded connections 3012a, 3012b spaced at the end 3016 by a cylindrical internal surface 3014. External screw connections 3018a, 3018b spaced apart by a cylindrical outer surface 3020 at the end 3022 of the second tubular member 3024 are each the internal screw connection at the end 3016 of the first tubular member 3010. Screwed to 3012a and 3012b. Sealing element 3026 is received in an annulus that is contoured between an inner cylindrical surface 3014 of the first tubular member 3010 and an outer cylindrical surface 3020 of the second tubular member 3024.

  Internal screw connections 3012a, 3012b at the end 3016 of the first tubular member 3010 are box connections, and external screw connections 3018a, 3018b at the end 3022 of the second tubular member 3024 are pin connections. . In one embodiment, the sealing element 3026 is an elastic and / or metal sealing element.

  The first and second tubular members 3010, 3024 are disposed in another structure, such as a well, and an expansion device is disposed within the first and second tubular members (and / or, for example). By moving and / or rotating (through the interior of the member), radial expansion and plastic deformation can be achieved.

  In one embodiment, before, during and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 3010, 3024, the sealing element 3026 has the first and second tubular shapes. The contact surface between the members is sealed. In one embodiment, before and during and / or after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 3010, 3024, the first and second tubular members, 3010 and 3024, A metal-to-metal seal is formed between the first tubular member and the sealing element 3026 and / or between the second tubular member and the sealing element. Is done. In one embodiment, the intermetallic seal is both fluid tight and air tight.

  In one alternative embodiment, the sealing element 3026 is excluded and the first and second tubular shapes during and / or after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 3010, 3024. An intermetallic seal is formed between the members.

  In some embodiments, one or more portions of the first and second tubular members 3010, 3024 and the sealing element 3026 are connected to the tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202 and / or 204 having one or more of one or more material properties.

  Referring to FIG. 30b, in one embodiment, the first tubular member 3030 has internal threaded connections 3032a, 3032b spaced at the end 3036 by an undulating, generally cylindrical internal surface 3034. Including. External screw connections 3038a, 3038b spaced apart by a cylindrical outer surface 3040 at the end 3042 of the second tubular member 3044 are each the internal screw connection at the end 3036 of the first tubular member 3030. Screwed to 3032a and 3032b. The sealing element 3046 is an annulus that is contoured between the undulating generally cylindrical inner surface 3034 of the first tubular member 3030 and the outer cylindrical surface 3040 of the second tubular member 3044. Accepted inside.

  Internal screw connections 3032a, 3032b at the end 3036 of the first tubular member 3030 are box connections, and external screw connections 3038a, 3038b at the end 3042 of the second tubular member 3044 are pin connections. . In one embodiment, the sealing element 3046 is an elastic and / or metal sealing element.

  The first and second tubular members 3030, 3044 are placed in another structure, such as a well, for example, and an expansion device is placed inside the first and second tubular members (and / or By moving and / or rotating (through the interior of the member), radial expansion and plastic deformation can be achieved.

  In one embodiment, before, during and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 3030, 3044, the sealing element 3046 is the first and second tubular shapes. The contact surface between the members is sealed. In one embodiment, before and during and / or after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 3030, 3044, the first and second tubular members, 3030 and 3044. Between the first tubular member and the sealing element 3046 and / or between at least one of the second tubular member and the sealing element. It is formed. In one embodiment, the intermetallic seal is both fluid tight and air tight.

  In one alternative embodiment, the sealing element 3046 is excluded and the first and second tubular shapes during and / or after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 3030, 3044. An intermetallic seal is formed between the members.

  In some embodiments, the first and second tubular members 3030, 3044 and one or more portions of the sealing element 3046 may be connected to the tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104. , 106, 108, 202 and / or 204 have one or more of one or more material properties.

  Referring to FIG. 30c, in one embodiment, the first tubular member 3050 includes internal screw connections 3052a, 3052b spaced apart by a cylindrical internal surface 3054 that includes one or more square grooves 3056. At the end 3058. External threaded connections 3060a, 3060b, spaced apart by a cylindrical outer surface 3062 that includes one or more square grooves 3064 in the end 3066 of the second tubular member 3068, are each in the first tubular shape. Screwed to the internal screw connections 3052a, 3052b of the end 3058 of the member 3050. Sealing element 3070 is received in an annulus that is contoured between an inner cylindrical surface 3054 of the first tubular member 3050 and an outer cylindrical surface 3062 of the second tubular member 3068.

  Internal screw connections 3052a, 3052b at the end 3058 of the first tubular member 3050 are box connections, and external screw connections 3060a, 3060b at the end 3066 of the second tubular member 3068 are pin connections. . In one embodiment, the sealing element 3070 is an elastic and / or metal sealing element.

  The first and second tubular members 3050, 3068 are disposed in another structure, such as a well, and an expansion device is disposed within the first and second tubular members (and / or, for example). By moving and / or rotating (through the interior of the member), radial expansion and plastic deformation can be achieved.

  In one embodiment, before, during and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 3050, 3068, the sealing element 3070 has the first and second tubular shapes. The contact surface between the members is sealed. In one embodiment, before, during, and / or after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 3050, 3068, between the first and second tubular members, An intermetallic seal is formed between at least one of the first tubular member and the sealing element 3070 and / or between the second tubular member and the sealing element. In one embodiment, the intermetallic seal is both fluid tight and air tight.

  In one alternative embodiment, the sealing element 3070 is omitted and the first and second tubular shapes during and / or after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 950,968. An intermetallic seal is formed between the members.

  In some embodiments, the first and second tubular members 3050, 3068, one or more portions of the sealing element 3070 may be connected to the tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, One or more of one or more material properties of 106, 108, 202 and / or 204.

  Referring to FIG. 31, in one embodiment, the first tubular member 3110 includes internal threaded connections 3112a, 3112b spaced at the end 3116 by non-threaded internal surfaces 3114. External thread connections 3118a, 3118b spaced apart by a non-screw connection exterior surface 3120 of the end 3122 of the second tubular member 3124 are respectively the interior of the end 3022 of the first tubular member 3024. Screw connections are made to the screw connections 3112a and 3112b.

  First, second, and / or third tubular sleeves 3126, 3128, 3130 are provided on the outer surface of the first tubular member 3110 on the inner and outer screws 3112a, 3118a and the non-screw connection surface 3114. 3120 are connected in relation to each other in a screw connection formed by the contact surface between 3120 and the screw connection formed by the internal and external screws 3112b and 3118b.

  The internal screw connection 3112a, 3112b of the end 3116 of the first tubular member 3110 is a box connection, and the external screw connection 3118a, 3118b of the end 3122 of the second tubular member 3024 is a pin connection. .

  Next, the first and second tubular members 3110, 3124 and the tubular sleeves 3126, 3128, and / or 3130 are placed in another structure 3132, such as a well, and expanded, for example. By moving and / or rotating the device 3134 within (and / or through) the first and second tubular members, radial expansion and plastic deformation can be achieved.

  During the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 3110, 3124, the tubular sleeves 3126, 3128, and / or 3130 are also radially expanded and plastically deformed. In one embodiment, as a result, the tubular sleeves 3126, 3128, and / or 3130 can be maintained in circumferential tension, and the end portions 3116 of the first and second tubular members 3110, 3124, 3122 can be maintained in circumferential compression.

  The sleeves 3126, 3128, and / or 3130 can be secured to the first tubular member 3110 by heat shrink fit, for example.

  In some embodiments, one or more portions of the first and second tubular members 3110, 3124 and the sleeves 3126, 3128, and / or 3130 are connected to the tubular members 12, 14, 24. , 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202 and / or 204 have one or more of one or more material properties.

  Referring to FIG. 32 a, in one embodiment, the first tubular member 3210 includes an internal thread connection 3212 at the end 3214. The external screw connection 3216 of the end portion 3218 of the second tubular member 3220 is screw-connected to the internal screw connection 3212 of the end portion 3214 of the first tubular member 3210.

  The internal screw connection 3212 of the end portion 3214 of the first tubular member 3220 is a box connection, and the external screw connection 3216 of the end portion 3218 of the second tubular member 3220 is a pin connection.

  Tubular sleeve 3222 includes internal flanges 3224 and 3226 and is disposed proximate to and surrounding end 3214 of first tubular member 3210. As shown in Figure 32b, the tubular sleeve 3222 is then engaged by force in a conventional manner to the outer surface of the end 3214 of the first tubular member 3210. As a result, the end portions 3214 and 3218 of the first and second tubular members 3210 and 3220 are upset.

  The first and second tubular members 3210, 3220 and the tubular sleeve 3222 are then placed in another structure, such as a well, for example, and an expansion device is placed on the first, first By expanding and / or rotating within (and / or through) the two tubular members, radial expansion and plastic deformation can be achieved.

  During the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 3210 and 3220, the tubular sleeve 3222 is also radially expanded and plastically deformed. In one embodiment, as a result, the tubular sleeve 3222 can be maintained in circumferential tension, and the ends 3214, 3218 of the first and second tubular members 3210, 3220 are maintained in circumferential compression. can do.

  In some embodiments, one or more portions of the first and second tubular members 3210, 3220 and the sleeve 3222 may be connected to the tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106. , 108, 202 and / or 204 have one or more of one or more material properties.

  Referring to FIG. 33, in one embodiment, the first tubular member 3310 includes an internal screw connection 3312 and an annular protrusion 3314 at the end 3316.

  A first end of a tubular sleeve 3318 including an inner flange 3320 having a tapered portion 3322 and an annular recess 3324 for receiving the annular protrusion 3314 of the first tubular member 3310; and a tapered portion. A second end including 3326 is then attached to and receives the end 3316 of the first tubular member 3310.

  In one embodiment, the end 3316 of the tubular member 3310 is in contact with one side of the inner flange 3320 of the tubular sleeve 3318 and the annular protrusion 3314 at the end of the first tubular member is the tubular shape. The inner flange 3320 of the tubular sleeve 3318 is received in conjunction with the annular recess 3324 of the inner flange of the sleeve, and the inner diameter of the inner threaded connection 3312 of the end 3316 of the first tubular member 3310 is essentially the same as the inner diameter of the inner sleeve 3318. Equal to or greater than Next, an external screw connection 3326 of the end 3328 of the second tubular member 3330 having an annular recess 3332 is disposed within the tubular sleeve 3318 and the end 3316 of the first tubular member 3310 is Screwed to the internal screw connection 3312. In one embodiment, the inner flange 3332 of the tubular sleeve 3318 is received coupled to an annular recess 3332 at the end 3328 of the second tubular member 3330. Accordingly, the tubular sleeve 3318 connects and surrounds the outer surfaces of the first and second tubular members 3310 and 3328.

  The internal screw connection 3312 of the end 3316 of the first tubular member 3310 is a box connection, and the external screw connection 3326 of the end 3328 of the second tubular member 3330 is a pin connection. In one embodiment, the inner diameter of the tubular sleeve 3318 is at least about .5 greater than the outer diameter of the first and second tubular members 3310, 3330. In this method, during the screw connection of the first and second tubular members 3310 and 3330, the fluid material in the first and second tubular members can be discharged from the tubular member. it can.

  As shown in FIG. 33, the first and second tubular members 3310 and 3330 and the tubular sleeve 3318 are separated from each other by a structure such as a cased well or an uncased well. Radial expansion and plasticity, for example by placing and / or rotating a conventional expansion device 3336 within the first and second tubular members (and / or through the interior of the member), for example within the object 3334 It can be deformed. Tapered portions 3322, 3326 of the tubular sleeve 3318 facilitate insertion and movement of the first and second tubular members into (and through) the structure 3334. The movement of the expansion device 3336 passing through the first and second tubular members 3310 and 3330 can be performed, for example, from top to bottom or from bottom to top.

  During the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 3310 and 3330, the tubular sleeve 3318 is also radially expanded and plastically deformed. As a result, the tubular sleeve 3318 can be maintained in circumferential tension, and the end portions 3316 and 3328 of the first and second tubular members 3310 and 3330 can be maintained in circumferential compression.

  The sleeve 3316 increases the axial compressive load of the connection between the tubular members 3310 and 3330 before and after expansion by the expansion device 3336. The sleeve 3316 can be secured to the tubular members 3310, 3330, for example, by heat shrink fitting.

  In some alternative embodiments, the first and second tubular members 3310, 3330 may be other conventional methods for radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular member, such as internal pressurization, hydroforming. , And / or roller expanders, and / or Baker Hughes, Weatherford International, and / or the Environment Global Technology L. L. C. Are radially expanded and plastically deformed using other conventional methods, such as any one or combination of previously marketed expansion products and services available from:

  The tubular sleeve 3318 (a) during the connection of the first tubular member 3310 to the second tubular member 3330; and (b) the first and second tubes into the structure 3334. Use during the placement of the shaped members and (c) during radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members provides a number of excellent benefits. For example, the tubular sleeve 3318 may be configured such that the outer surfaces of the end portions 3316, 3328 of the first and second tubular members 3310, 3330 are disposed during handling of the tubular member and insertion into the structure 3334. Protect. In this method, damage to the outer surfaces of the end portions 3316 and 3328 of the first and second tubular members 3310 and 3330 is avoided, so that a catastrophic failure that may occur due to stress concentration due to the damage is caused thereafter. The possibility of being caused during a radial expansion operation is avoided. Further, the tubular sleeve 3318 provides an alignment measure that assists in the insertion and screw connection of the second tubular member 3330 into the first tubular member 3310. In this manner, alignment failure of the first and second tubular members 3310, 3330, which can cause damage to the screw connections 3312, 3326, can be avoided. In addition, during the relative rotation of the second tubular member relative to the first tubular member, which is required during the screw connection of the first and second tubular members, the tubular sleeve 3318 is A standard indicating how much the first and second tubular members are screw-connected is provided. For example, if the tubular sleeve 3318 is easily rotated, the first and second tubular members 3310, 3330 are not fully threaded and the inner flange 3320 of the tubular sleeve Indicates no close contact. Furthermore, the tubular sleeve 3318 can prevent cracks from spreading during radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 3310, 3330. In this way, failure modes, such as vertical cracks at the ends 3316, 3328 of the first and second tubular members, for example, can be limited in severity or eliminated altogether. In addition, after the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 3310 and 3330 are completed, the tubular sleeve 3318 includes the tubular sleeve 3318 and the first and second tubes. A metal-to-metal seal can be provided that fluidly closes the outer surfaces of the ends 3316, 3328 of the member. In this method, fluid material passes through threaded connections 3312, 3326 of the first and second tubular members 3310, 3330, and the ring between the first and second tubular members and the structure 3334. It is prevented from flowing into the belt. Furthermore, after the first and second tubular members 3310 and 3330 are radially expanded and plastically deformed, the tubular sleeve 3318 can be maintained at a circumferential tension, and the first and second tubular members can be maintained. Since the ends 3316, 3328 of 3310, 3330 can be maintained in circumferential compression, axial and / or torque loads are conducted through the tubular sleeve.

  In some embodiments, one or more portions of the first and second tubular members 3310, 3330 and the sleeve 3318 may be connected to the tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104. , 106, 108, 202 and / or 204 have one or more of one or more material properties.

  Referring to FIGS. 34a, 34b, 34c, in one embodiment, the first tubular member 3410 includes an internal threaded connection 1312 and one or more external grooves 3414 at the end 3416.

  A first end of a tubular sleeve 3418 that includes an inner flange 3420 having a tapered portion 3422, a second end that includes a tapered portion 3424, and one or more openings 3426 that are vertically aligned. An intermediate portion including is attached to and receives the end portion 3416 of the first tubular member 3410.

  In one embodiment, the end portion 3416 of the first tubular member 3410 is in contact with one side of the inner flange 3420 of the tubular sleeve 3418 and the inner diameter of the inner flange 3420 of the tubular sleeve 3416 is Is essentially equal to or greater than the maximum inner diameter of the internal threaded connection 3412 of the end portion 3416 of one tubular member 3410. Next, an external threaded connection 3428 of the end 3430 of the second tubular member 3432 including one or more internal grooves 3434 is disposed within the tubular sleeve 3418 and the first tubular member 3410 is Screwed to the internal screw connection 3412 of the end 3416. In one embodiment, the inner flange 3420 of the tubular sleeve 3418 is coupled and received in an annular recess 3436 at the end 3430 of the second tubular member 3432. Accordingly, the tubular sleeve 3418 connects and surrounds the outer surfaces of the first and second tubular members 3410 and 3432.

  The first and second tubular members 3410, 3432 and the tubular sleeve 3418 are disposed in another structure, such as a cased well or an uncased well, for example The conventional expansion device can be radially expanded and plastically deformed by moving and / or rotating within (and / or through) the first and second tubular members. Tapered portions 3422, 3424 of the tubular sleeve 3418 facilitate insertion and movement of the first and second tubular members into (and through) the structure. The movement of the expansion device through the inside of the first and second tubular members 3410, 3432 can be, for example, from top to bottom or from bottom to top.

  During the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 3410 and 3432, the tubular sleeve 3418 is also radially expanded and plastically deformed. As a result, the tubular sleeve 3418 can be maintained in circumferential tension, and the end portions 3416 and 3430 of the first and second tubular members 3410 and 3432 can be maintained in circumferential compression.

  The sleeve 3416 increases the axial compressive load of the connection between the tubular members 3410 and 3410 before and after expansion by the expansion device. The sleeve 3418 can be secured to the tubular members 3410, 3432 by heat shrink fit, for example.

  During radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 3410, 3432, the grooves 3414 and / or 3434 and / or the opening 3426 provide a stress concentration, which is Additional stress is applied to the screws to which the screw connections 3412 and 3428 are coupled. As a result, during and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 3410, 3432, the coupling screws of the screw connections 3412, 3428 are maintained in metal-to-metal contact, thereby allowing fluid to flow. Provides a tight and airtight connection. In one embodiment, the orientations of the grooves 3414 and / or 3434 and the opening 3426 are orthogonal to each other. In one embodiment, the grooves 3414 and / or 3434 are helical grooves.

  In some alternative embodiments, the first and second tubular members 3410, 3432 may be other conventional methods for radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular members, such as internal pressurization, hydroforming. , And / or roller expanders, and / or Baker Hughes, Weatherford International, and / or the Environment Global Technology L. L. C. Are radially expanded and plastically deformed using other conventional methods, such as any one or combination of previously marketed expansion products and services available from:

  The tubular sleeve 3418 (a) during connection of the first tubular member 3410 to the second tubular member 3432; and (b) the first and second tubular shapes into the structure. Use during member placement and (c) during radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members provides a number of excellent benefits. For example, the tubular sleeve 3418 protects the outer surfaces of the ends 3416, 3430 of the first and second tubular members 3410, 3432 during handling of the tubular member and insertion into the structure. To do. In this method, damage to the outer surfaces of the end portions 3416 and 3430 of the first and second tubular members 3410 and 3432 is avoided, so that a catastrophic failure that may occur due to stress concentration due to the damage is caused thereafter. The possibility of being caused during a radial expansion operation is avoided. In addition, the tubular sleeve 3418 provides a measure of alignment that assists in the insertion and screw connection of the second tubular member 3432 into the first tubular member 3410. In this manner, alignment failure of the first and second tubular members 3410, 3432, which can cause damage to the screw connections 3412, 3428, can be avoided. In addition, during the relative rotation of the second tubular member relative to the first tubular member, which is required during the screw connection of the first and second tubular members, the tubular sleeve 3416 A standard indicating how much the first and second tubular members are screw-connected is provided. For example, if the tubular sleeve 3418 is easily rotated, the first and second tubular members 3410, 3432 are not fully threaded and the inner flange 3420 of the tubular sleeve Indicates no close contact. Furthermore, the tubular sleeve 3418 can prevent cracks from spreading during radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 3410, 3432. In this way, failure modes, such as vertical cracks at the ends 3416, 3430 of the first and second tubular members, for example, can be limited in severity or eliminated altogether. In addition, after the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members 3410 and 3432 are completed, the tubular sleeve 3418 includes the tubular sleeve 3418 and the first and second tubes. A metal-to-metal seal can be provided that fluid tightly seals between the outer surfaces of the end portions 3416, 3430 of the shaped member. In this method, a fluid material passes through threaded connections 3412, 3430 of the first and second tubular members 3410, 3432 and an annulus between the first and second tubular members and the structure. It is prevented from flowing into. Further, after the first and second tubular members 3410 and 3432 are radially expanded and plastically deformed, the tubular sleeve 3418 can be maintained at a circumferential tension, and the first and second tubular members can be maintained. Since the ends 3416, 3430 of 3410, 3432 can be maintained in circumferential compression, axial and / or torque loads are conducted through the tubular sleeve.

  In some embodiments, the first and second tubular members described above with reference to FIGS. 1-34c are disclosed using the expansion device in a conventional manner and / or in one or more of the following. Using one or more of the methods and instruments that are used, it is radially expanded and plastically deformed. This patent application relates to: (1) US patent application No. 09 / 454,139 filed on Dec. 3, 1999 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.03.02), (2) filed on Feb. 23, 2000 No. 09 / 510,913 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.7.02), (3) U.S. Patent Application No. 09 / 502,350 filed on February 10, 2000. (Attorney Docket No. 25791.8.02), (4) U.S. Patent Application No. 09 / 440,338 filed on November 15, 1999 (Attorney Docket No. 25791. 9.02), (5) U.S. Patent Application No. 09 / 523,460 filed on March 10, 2000 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.11.02), (6) 2000 Rice filed on February 24 No. 09 / 512,895 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.12.02), (7) US Patent Application No. 09 / 511,941 filed on Feb. 24, 2000 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.16.02), (8) US Patent Application No. 09 / 588,946, filed on June 7, 2000 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.17.02) No.), (9) U.S. Patent Application No. 09 / 559,122 filed on April 26, 2000 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.23.02), (10) July 9, 2000 PCT Patent Application No. PCT / US00 / 18635 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.25.02) filed on the same day, (11) US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 filed on November 11, 1999 / 16 , 671 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.27), (12) U.S. Provisional Application No. 60 / 154,047 filed on Sep. 16, 1999 (Attorney Docket No. 25791) No. 29), (13) US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 159,082 filed on October 12, 1999 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.34), (14) October 1999 US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 159,039 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.36) filed on December 12, (15) US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 filed on October 12, 1999 No. 159,033 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.37), (16) US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 212,359 filed on June 19, 2000 (Attorney Docket No.) No. 257 91.38), (17) US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 165,228 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.39) filed on November 12, 1999, (18) July 2000 US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 221,443 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.45) filed on May 28, (19) United States Patent Provisional Application No. No. 60 / 221,645 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.46), (20) US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 233,638, filed September 18, 2000 (Attorney Docket) No. 25791.47), (21) US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 237,334 filed on October 2, 2000 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.48), (22) 2001 February 20, US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 270,007 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.50), (23) US Provisional Patent Application No. 60/262, filed January 17, 2001 No. 434 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.51), (24) US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 259,486, filed Jan. 3, 2001 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.52) (25) US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 303,740 filed on July 6, 2001 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.61), (26) filed on August 20, 2001 No. 60 / 313,453 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.59), (27) U.S. Provisional Application No. 60 / 317,985 filed on September 6, 2001 Statement (price (Docket No. 25791.67), (28) US Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 3318,386 filed on September 10, 2001 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.67.02), (29) U.S. Patent Application No. 09 / 969,922 filed on October 3, 2001 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.69), (30) filed on Dec. 10, 2001 No. 10 / 016,467 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.70), (31) U.S. Provisional Application No. 60 / 343,674 filed on Dec. 27, 2001 Description (Attorney Docket No. 25791.68), (32) U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 60 / 346,309 filed Jan. 7, 2002 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.92) ) . These disclosures are incorporated herein by reference.

  With reference to FIG. 35 a, an example of an expandable tubular assembly 3500 includes a first tubular region 3502 and a second tubular portion 3504. In one embodiment, the material properties of the first and second tubular regions 3502, 3504 are different. In one embodiment, the yield points of the first and second tubular regions 3502, 3504 are different. In one embodiment, the yield point of the first tubular region 3502 is lower than the yield point of the second tubular region 3504. In some embodiments, one or more of the expandable tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202, and / or 204 incorporate the tubular member 3500.

  Referring to FIG. 35b, in one embodiment, the yield point in the first and second tubular regions 3502a, 3502b of the expandable tubular member 3502 is a radial position within the expandable tubular member. Fluctuates as a function. In one embodiment, the yield point increases as a function of radial position within the expandable tubular member 3502. In one embodiment, the relationship between the yield point and radial position in the expandable tubular member 3502 is linear. In one embodiment, the relationship between the yield point and the radial position in the expandable tubular member 3502 is non-linear. In one embodiment, the yield point increases at different rates in the first and second tubular regions 3502a, 3502b as a function of radial position in the expandable tubular member 3502. In one embodiment, the functional relationship and value of the yield points in the first and second tubular regions 3502a, 3502b of the expandable tubular member 3502 are determined by the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expandable tubular member. It is adjusted by.

  In some embodiments, one or more of the expandable tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202, 204 and / or 3502 can be pre-radially expanded and plastically deformed. The microstructure includes a hard phase such as martensite, a soft phase such as ferrite, and a transition phase such as retained austenite. In this method, the hard phase provides high strength, the soft phase provides ductility, and the transition phase transitions to a hard phase such as martensite during radial expansion and plastic deformation. Furthermore, in this method, the yield point of the tubular member increases as a result of the radial expansion and plastic deformation. Furthermore, in this method, since the tubular member has ductility before the radial expansion and plastic deformation, it promotes the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one example, the composition of the two-phase expandable tubular member includes (by weight percentage) about 0.1% C, 1.2% Mn, and 0.3% Si.

  In one experimental embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 36a-36c, one or more of the expandable tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202, 204 and / or 3502 can be used. The foregoing is processed in accordance with method 3600, and in step 3602, an expandable tubular member 3602 is provided that is a steel alloy having the following material composition (by weight percentage): 0.065% for C, 1.44% for Mn, 0.01% for P, 0.002% for S, 0.24% for Si, 0.01% for Cu, 0.01% for Ni, Cr 0.02%, V 0.05%, Mo 0.01%, Nb 0.01%, Ti 0.01%. In one experimental example, the expandable tubular member 3602a provided in step 3602 has a yield strength of 45 ksi and a tensile strength of 69 ksi.

  In one experimental embodiment, as shown in FIG. 36b, the expandable tubular member 3602a is composed of martensite, pearlite, V (vanadium), Ni (nickel), and / or Ti (titanium) carbide. Including a fine structure.

  In one embodiment, the expandable tubular member 3602a is then heated in step 3604 at 790 ° C. for about 10 minutes.

  In one embodiment, the expandable tubular member 3602a is then quenched with water in step 3606.

  In one experimental example, as shown in FIG. 36c, after completion of step 3606, the expandable tubular member 3602a includes a microstructure including new ferrite, grain pearlite, martensite, and ferrite. . In one experimental example, after completion of step 3606, the expandable tubular member 3602a has a yield strength of 67 ksi and a tensile strength of 95 ksi.

  In one embodiment, the expandable tubular member 3602a is then radially expanded and plastically deformed using one or more of the methods and instruments described above. In one embodiment, after the expandable tubular member 3602a is radially expanded and plastically deformed, the yield strength of the expandable tubular member is about 95 ksi.

  In one experimental embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 37a-37c, one or more of the expandable tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202, 204 and / or 3502 can be used. The foregoing is processed according to method 3700, and in step 3702, an expandable tubular member 3702a is provided that is a steel alloy having the following material composition (by weight percentage): 0.18% for C, 1.28% for Mn, 0.017% for P, 0.004% for S, 0.29% for Si, 0.01% for Cu, 0.01% for Ni, Cr 0.03%, V 0.04%, Mo 0.01%, Nb 0.03%, Ti 0.01%. In one experimental example, the expandable tubular member 3702a provided in step 3702 has a yield strength of 60 ksi and a tensile strength of 80 ksi.

  In one experimental example, as shown in FIG. 37b, in step 3702, the expandable tubular member 3702a includes a microstructure including pearlite and pearlite striation.

  In one embodiment, the expandable tubular member 3702a is then heated in step 3704 at 790 ° C. for about 10 minutes.

  In one embodiment, the expandable tubular member 3702a is then quenched with water at step 3706.

  In one experimental example, as shown in FIG. 37c, after completion of step 3702a, the expandable tubular member 3702a includes a microstructure including ferrite, martensite, and bainite. In one experimental example, after completion of step 3706, the expandable tubular member 3702a has a yield strength of 82 ksi and a tensile strength of 130 ksi.

  In one embodiment, the expandable tubular member 3702a is then radially expanded and plastically deformed using one or more of the methods and instruments described above. In one embodiment, after the expandable tubular member 3702a is radially expanded and plastically deformed, the yield strength of the expandable tubular member is about 130 ksi.

  In one experimental embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 38a-38c, one or more of the expandable tubular members 12, 14, 24, 26, 102, 104, 106, 108, 202, 204 and / or 3502 can be used. The foregoing is processed according to method 3800, and in step 3802, an expandable tubular member 3802a is provided which is a steel alloy having the following material composition (by weight percentage): 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, 0.006% P, 0.003% S, 0.30% Si, 0.06% Cu, 0.05% Ni, Cr 0.05%, V 0.03%, Mo 0.03%, Nb 0.01%, Ti 0.01%. In one experimental example, the expandable tubular member 3802a provided in step 3802 has a yield strength of 56 ksi and a tensile strength of 75 ksi.

  In one experimental example, as shown in FIG. 38b, in step 3802, the expandable tubular member 3802a includes grain pearlite, Widmannstetten martensite, V (vanadium), Ni (nickel). And / or a microstructure including Ti (titanium) carbide.

  In one example, the expandable tubular member 3802a is then heated in step 3804 at 790 ° C. for about 10 minutes.

  In one embodiment, the expandable tubular member 3802a is then quenched with water in step 3806.

  In one experimental example, as shown in FIG. 38c, after completion of step 3806, the expandable tubular member 3802a includes a microstructure including bainite, pearlite, and new ferrites. In one experimental example, after completion of step 3806, the expandable tubular member 3802a has a yield strength of 60 ksi and a tensile strength of 97 ksi.

  In one embodiment, the expandable tubular member 3802a is then radially expanded and plastically deformed using one or more of the methods and instruments described above. In one embodiment, after the expandable tubular member 3802a is radially expanded and plastically deformed, the yield strength of the expandable tubular member is about 97 ksi.

  In some embodiments, the disclosure herein is one or more of the disclosures of FR2841626 filed on June 28, 2002 and published on January 2, 2004, incorporated herein by reference. It is combined with the above.

  39a-39f, one embodiment of an expansion system 3900 includes an adjustable expansion device 3902 and a hydroforming expansion device 3904, both of which are coupled to a support member 3906.

  In some embodiments, the adjustable expansion device 3902 includes one or more elements of a conventional adjustable expansion device and / or an adjustable expansion device disclosed in one or more of the above-mentioned related applications. One or more elements and / or Baker Hughes, Weatherford International, Schlumberger, and / or the Envelope Global Technology L. L. C. One or more elements of a conventional commercially available adjustable expansion device available from In some embodiments, the hydroforming expansion device 3904 includes one or more elements of a conventional hydroforming expansion device and / or a hydroforming expansion device disclosed in one or more of the related applications described above. One or more elements and / or Baker Hughes, Weatherford International, Schlumberger, and / or the Envelope Global Technology L. L. C. One or more elements of a conventional commercially available hydroforming device available from and / or the hydroforming expansion device disclosed in US Pat. No. 5,901,594, incorporated herein by reference. Including one or more elements. In some embodiments, the adjustable dilator 3902 and the hydroforming dilator 3904 can be combined in a single device and / or include one or more elements of each other.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the expansion system 3900, as shown in FIGS. 39a and 39b, the expansion system is disposed within an expandable tubular assembly, the assembly comprising first, first Two tubular members 3908, 3910, wherein the first and second tubular members are connected end to end, for example in an existing structure such as a well 3912 across the formation 3914. It is arrange | positioned and supported. In some embodiments, the first and second tubular members 3908, 3910 include one or more of the features of the expandable tubular members described herein.

  In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 39c, the hydroforming expansion device 3904 can then be operated to radially expand and plastically deform a portion of the second tubular member 3910. .

  In one embodiment, the hydroforming expansion device 3904 can then be detached from the second tubular member 3910, as FIG. 39d shows.

  In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 39e, the adjustable expansion device 3902 is then placed within a radially expanded portion of the second tubular member 3910, and the adjustable expansion device The size can be increased.

  In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 39f, the adjustable expansion device 3902 can then be used to expand one or more portions of the first and second tubular members 3908, 3910 in radial expansion and plasticity. Can operate to deform.

  Referring to FIGS. 40 a-40 g, one embodiment of the expansion system 4000 includes a hydroforming expansion device 4002 coupled to a support member 4004.

  In some embodiments, the hydroforming expansion device 4002 includes one or more elements of a conventional hydroforming expansion device and / or the hydroforming expansion device disclosed in one or more of the related applications described above. One or more elements and / or Baker Hughes, Weatherford International, Schlumberger, and / or the Envelope Global Technology L. L. C. One or more elements of a conventional commercially available hydroforming device available from and / or the hydroforming expansion device disclosed in US Pat. No. 5,901,594, incorporated herein by reference. Including one or more elements.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the expansion system 4000, as shown in FIGS. 40a and 40b, the expansion system is disposed within an expandable tubular assembly, the assembly comprising first, first Two tubular members 4006, 4008, wherein the first and second tubular members are connected end to end, for example, in an existing structure such as a well 4010 that crosses the formation 4012. It is arrange | positioned and supported. In some embodiments, the first and second tubular members 4004, 4006 include one or more of the features of the expandable tubular members described herein.

  In one embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 40c-40f, the hydroforming expansion device 4002 and then one or more portions of the first and second tubular members 4008, 4010 are radially expanded. And it can operate repeatedly to plastically deform.

  41a-41h, one embodiment of an expansion system 4100 includes an adjustable expansion device 4102 and a hydroforming expansion device 4104, both of which are coupled to a tubular support member 4106. .

  In some embodiments, the adjustable expansion device 4102 includes one or more elements of a conventional adjustable expansion device and / or an adjustable expansion device disclosed in one or more of the above-mentioned related applications. One or more elements and / or Baker Hughes, Weatherford International, Schlumberger, and / or the Envelope Global Technology L. L. C. One or more elements of a conventional commercially available adjustable expansion device available from In some embodiments, the hydroforming expansion device 4104 includes one or more elements of a conventional hydroforming expansion device and / or a hydroforming expansion device disclosed in one or more of the above-mentioned related applications. One or more elements and / or Baker Hughes, Weatherford International, Schlumberger, and / or the Envelope Global Technology L. L. C. One or more elements of a conventional commercially available hydroforming device available from and / or the hydroforming expansion device disclosed in US Pat. No. 5,901,594, incorporated herein by reference. Including one or more elements. In some embodiments, the adjustable dilator 4102 and the hydroforming dilator 4104 can be combined in a single device and / or include one or more elements of each other.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the expansion system 4100, as shown in FIGS. 41a and 41b, the expansion system is disposed within an expandable tubular assembly, the assembly comprising first, first Two tubular members 4108, 4110, wherein the first and second tubular members are connected end to end, for example, in an existing structure such as a well 4112 that traverses the formation 4114. It is arrange | positioned and supported. In one embodiment, a shoe 4116 having a valve adjustable passage 4118 is coupled to the lower portion of the second tubular member 4110. In some embodiments, the first and second tubular members 4108, 4110 include one or more of the features of the expandable tubular members described herein.

  In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 41c, the hydroforming expansion device 4104 can then be operated to radially expand and plastically deform a portion of the second tubular member 4110. .

  In one embodiment, the hydroforming expansion device 4104 can then be detached from the second tubular member 4110, as FIG. 41d shows.

  In one embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 41e-41f, the adjustable expansion device 4102 is then placed in a radially expanded portion of the second tubular member 4110 to adjust the adjustable expansion. The size of the device can be increased. The valve adjustable passage 4118 of the shoe 4116 can then be closed, for example by placing a ball 4120 in the passage in a conventional manner.

  In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 41g, the adjustable expansion device 4102, and then one or more portions of the first and second tubular members 4108, 4110 are radially expanded and plastic. To deform, it can operate on top of the shoe.

  In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 41h, the expansion system 4100 is removed from the tubular assembly, and the radially unexpanded lower portion of the second tubular member 4110 and the shoe 4116 are mechanically coupled. Can be released.

  42a-42e, one embodiment of an expansion system 4200 includes a hydroforming expansion device 4202 coupled to a tubular support member 4204. The expandable tubular member 4206 is connected to the hydroforming expansion device 4202 and supported by the expansion device.

  In some embodiments, the hydroforming expansion device 4202 can be one of one or more elements of a conventional hydroforming expansion device and / or a hydroforming expansion device disclosed in one or more of the above-mentioned related applications. One or more elements and / or Baker Hughes, Weatherford International, Schlumberger, and / or the Envelope Global Technology L. L. C. One or more elements of a conventional commercially available hydroforming device available from and / or the hydroforming expansion device disclosed in US Pat. No. 5,901,594, incorporated herein by reference. Including one or more elements.

  In some embodiments, the expandable tubular member 4206 includes one or more of the features of the expandable tubular member described herein.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the expansion system 4200, as shown in FIGS. 42a and 42b, the expansion system is disposed within an expandable tubular assembly, the assembly comprising first, first Two tubular members 4208, 4210, wherein the first and second tubular members are connected end to end, for example in an existing structure such as a well 4212 across the formation 4214. It is arrange | positioned and supported. In one embodiment, the second tubular member 4210 includes one or more radial passages 4212. In one embodiment, the expandable tubular member 4206 is placed in a relationship relative to the radial passageway 4212 of the second tubular member 4210.

  In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 42c, the hydroforming expansion device 4202, and then the expandable tubular member 4206 is radially expanded and plastically deformed to provide an inner surface of the second tubular member 4210. The second tubular member radial passage 4212 can be closed and sealed.

  In one embodiment, the hydroforming expansion device 4202 can then be detached from the second tubular member 4206, as FIG. 42d shows.

  In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 42e, the expansion system 4200 can then be removed from the well 4212.

  Referring to FIG. 43, an embodiment of a hydroforming expansion system 4300 includes an expansion element 4302 that is provided essentially as disclosed in US Pat. No. 5,901,594. The disclosure of said publication is incorporated herein by reference.

  The flow line 4304 is connected to the inlet of the expansion element 4302 and the outlet of the conventional two-way / two-position flow control valve 4306. The flow line 4308 is connected to the inlet of the flow control valve 4306 and the outlet of a conventional accumulator 4310, and the flow line 4312 is connected to another inlet of the flow control valve and a fluid container 4314.

  The flow line 4316 is connected to the flow line 4308 and the inlet of the conventional pressure release valve 4318, and the flow line 4320 is connected to the outlet of the pressure release valve and the fluid container 4314. A flow line 4322 is connected to the inlet of the accumulator 4310 and the outlet of a conventional check valve 4324.

  A flow line 4326 is connected to the inlet of the check valve 4324 and the outlet of a conventional pump 4328. The flow line 4330 is connected to the flow line 4326 and the inlet of the conventional pressure release valve 4332.

  The flow line 4334 is connected to the outlet of the pressure release valve 4332 and the fluid container 4314, and the flow line 4336 is connected to the inlet of the pump 4328 and the fluid container.

  The control device 4338 is operably connected to the flow control valve 4306 and the pump 4328, and controls the operations of the flow control valve and the pump. In one embodiment, the controller 4338 is a programmable general purpose controller. Conventional pressure sensors 4340, 4342, and 4344 are operably connected to the expansion element 4302, the accumulator 4310, and the flow line 4326, respectively, and are also operably connected to the controller 4338. A conventional user interface 4346 is operably connected to the controller 4338.

  During operation of the hydroforming expansion system 4300, the system performs a method of operation 4400, as shown in FIGS. 44a-44b, and in step 4402 the user can select expansion of the expandable tubular member. . When the user selects expansion at step 4402, the controller 4338 determines whether the operating pressure of the accumulator 4310 sensed by the pressure sensor 4342 is greater than or equal to a predetermined value at step 4404.

  If the operating pressure of the accumulator 4310 sensed by the pressure sensor 4342 is not greater than or equal to the predetermined value at step 4404, the controller 4338 operates the pump 4328 to increase the accumulator operating pressure at step 4406. . The controller 4338 then determines whether the operating pressure of the accumulator 4310 sensed by the pressure sensor 4342 is greater than or equal to a predetermined value in step 4408. If the operating pressure of the accumulator 4310 sensed by the pressure sensor 4342 is not greater than or equal to a predetermined value in step 4408, the controller 4338 continues to operate the pump 4328 in step 4406 to operate the accumulator operating pressure. Increase.

  If the operating pressure of the accumulator 4310 sensed by the pressure sensor 4342 is greater than or equal to a predetermined value in step 4404 or 4408, the controller 4338 operates the flow control valve 4306 in step 4410. , Pressurize the expansion element 4302 by positioning the flow control valve and connecting the flow lines 4304 and 4308 together. When the expansion operation is completed in step 4412, the controller 4338 operates the flow control valve 4306 to position the flow control valve and connect the flow lines 4304 and 4312 to each other in step 4414. The expansion element 4302 is depressurized.

  In some embodiments, one or more of the hydroforming expansion devices 4002, 4104, 4202 incorporate one or more of the operational steps of the hydroforming expansion system 4300 and / or the method 4400.

  Referring to FIG. 45a, an embodiment of a liner hanger system 4500 includes a tubular support member 4502, which outlines the passage 4502a and includes an external screw connection 4502b at one end. The contour of the passage 4504b was defined and placed circumferentially spaced at the other end, the outer flange 4504c, the inner annular recess 4504d, the outer annular recess 4504e, the outer annular recess 4504f, the outer flange 4504g. An internal thread connection 4504a at one end of an outer tubular mandrel 4504 including a plurality of vertically aligned teeth 4504k is coupled to the external thread connection 4502b at one end of the tubular support member 4502 to accept the thread connection. .

  One end of a tubular liner hanger 4506 that adjoins and joins the end face of the outer flange 4504c of the outer tubular mandrel 4504 receives and joins the outer tubular mandrel and is spaced circumferentially from the inner teeth 4506a. It includes a plurality of spaced apart and vertically aligned internal teeth 4506b, an internal flange 4506c, and an external screw connection 4506d at the other end. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the tubular liner hanger 4506 includes one or more of the features of the expandable tubular member described herein.

  An internal thread connection 4508a at one end of the tubular liner 4508 receives and is coupled to the external thread connection 4506d of the tubular liner hanger 4506. Spaced elastic sealing elements 4510, 4512, 4514 are coupled to the outer surface of one end of the tubular liner hanger 4506.

  The inner tubular mandrel 4516 defines a vertical passage 4516b having a throat 4516ba and a radial passage 4516c, and seals the annular recess 4504d inside the outer tubular mandrel 4504. A sealing member 4516d mounted on the outer flange for engagement, and a plurality of circumferentially spaced teeth 4516f, the teeth 4504k of the outer tubular mandrel 4504 and the tubular liner An outer flange 4516e at the other end, including the plurality of teeth 4516f engaging and engaging the teeth 4506b with the teeth 4506b of the hanger 4506, and the tubular liner・ Received in the inner flange 4506c of the hanger 4506 It is to comprise a and the other end attached external flange 4516a of an end of the inner tubular mandrel 4516, binds received within inner annular recess 4504d of the tubular mandrel 4504 of the outer. A conventional breaker plate 4518 is received and coupled into the radial passage 4516c of the inner tubular mandrel 4516.

  A conventional packer cup 4520 is mounted and connected within the outer annular recess 4504e of the outer tubular mandrel 4504 to seal and engage the inner surface of the tubular liner hanger 4506. A locking assembly 4522 is attached and coupled to the outer tubular mandrel 4504 proximate to the outer flange 4504g in a relationship relative to the inner teeth 4506a of the tubular liner hanger 4506. In some embodiments, the locking assembly 4522 may be a conventional locking device for locking the position of the tubular member relative to another member. In some alternative embodiments, the locking assembly 4522 can include one or more elements of a locking assembly disclosed in one or more of the following. (1) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36157 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.87.02) filed on November 12, 2002, (2) 2002 November PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36267 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.88.02), filed on February 12, 2003, (3) filed on February 29, 2003 PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 04837 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.95.02), (4) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) filed on September 22, 2003 ) Patent application PCT / US03 / 29859 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1102.02), (5) PCT filed on November 13, 2003 (patent Power Convention) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 14153 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.104.02), (6) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application filed on June 11, 2003 PCT / US03 / 18530 Specification (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1108.02), (7) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29858 filed on September 22, 2003 Description (Attorney Docket No. 25791.112.02), (8) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29460 filed on September 22, 2003 (Attorney Organizer) No. 25791.114.02), (9) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application PCT / US04 / 07711 filed on March 11, 2004 Details (Attorney Docket No. 25791.253.02), (10) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 009434 filed on March 26, 2004 (Attorney Docket Number) No. 25791.2600.02), (11) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010317 filed on April 2, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.270.02) No.), (12) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 0107712 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.272.02), filed on April 7, 2004, (13) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010762 filed on April 6, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 2) No. 5791.273.02), (14) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / 2004/011973 filed on April 15, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.277.02) ). These disclosures are incorporated herein by reference.

  An adjustable dilator assembly 4524 is attached and coupled to the outer tubular mandrel 4504 between the locking assembly 4522 and the outer flange 4504j to controllably radially expand and contract the tubular liner hanger 4506. Plastic deformation. In some embodiments, the adjustable dilator assembly 4524 may be a conventional adjustable dilator for radially expanding and plastically deforming a tubular member, such as a conventional adjustable dilating cone, a mandrel, One or more elements of a rotary expansion device and a hydroforming expansion device, and / or one or more adjustable expansion devices commercially available from the Environment Global Technology LLC, Baker Hughes, Weatherford International and / or Schlumberger. One or more elements, and / or the Environment Global Technology LLC, Baker Hughes, Weatherford International nal, Shell Oil Co. And / or may include one or more elements of the adjustable expansion device disclosed in one or more of Schlumberger's published patent applications and / or issued patents. In some alternative embodiments, the adjustable dilator assembly 4524 can include one or more elements of the adjustable dilator assembly disclosed in one or more of the following. (1) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36157 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.87.02) filed on November 12, 2002, (2) 2002 November PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36267 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.88.02), filed on February 12, 2003, (3) filed on February 29, 2003 PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 04837 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.95.02), (4) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) filed on September 22, 2003 ) Patent application PCT / US03 / 29859 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1102.02), (5) PCT filed on November 13, 2003 (patent Power Convention) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 14153 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.104.02), (6) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application filed on June 11, 2003 PCT / US03 / 18530 Specification (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1108.02), (7) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29858 filed on September 22, 2003 Description (Attorney Docket No. 25791.112.02), (8) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29460 filed on September 22, 2003 (Attorney Organizer) No. 25791.114.02), (9) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application PCT / US04 / 07711 filed on March 11, 2004 Details (Attorney Docket No. 25791.253.02), (10) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 009434 filed on March 26, 2004 (Attorney Docket Number) No. 25791.2600.02), (11) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010317 filed on April 2, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.270.02) No.), (12) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 0107712 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.272.02), filed on April 7, 2004, (13) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010762 filed on April 6, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 2) No. 5791.273.02), (14) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / 2004/011973 filed on April 15, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.277.02) ). These disclosures are incorporated herein by reference.

  A conventional plug set 4526 is attached and connected to the inner flange 4506c of the tubular liner hanger 4506.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4500, as shown in FIG. 45a, the system is a well that traverses a formation 4530 and is connected to and disposed within the well. Is disposed in a well 4528 including In one embodiment, the system 4500 is positioned such that the tubular liner hanger 4506 overlaps the casing 4532.

Referring to FIG. 45b, in one embodiment, the ball 4534 is then placed in the throat passage 4516ba, which is arranged in the passage 4502a of the tubular support member 4502 and the outer tubular mandrel 4504. Performed by injecting fluid material 4536 into the system through a passage 4504b and a passage 4516b in an inner tubular mandrel 4516. Referring to FIG. 45c, in one embodiment, the ball 4534 is placed in the throat passage 4516ba. After deployment, the fluid material 4536 is continuously infused into the system 4500 to pressurize the passage 4516b of the inner tubular mandrel 4516, thereby damaging the rupture plate 4518 and thereby the fluid. The material is the above It is possible to pass through the radial passage 4516c of the inner tubular mandrel. As a result, the inside of the tubular liner hanger 4506 is pressurized.

  Referring to FIG. 45d, in one embodiment, by continuously injecting the fluid material 4536 into the tubular liner hanger 4506, at least a portion of the tubular liner hanger is radially expanded and Plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the fluid liner 4536 is continuously infused into the tubular liner hanger 4506 so that one of the tubular liner hangers is positioned opposite the adjustable dilator assembly 4524. The part is radially expanded and plastically deformed. In one embodiment, the fluid liner 4536 is continuously infused into the tubular liner hanger 4506 so that one of the tubular liner hangers is positioned opposite the adjustable dilator assembly 4524. The portion is radially expanded and plastically deformed to engage with the well casing 4532.

  Referring to FIG. 45e, in one embodiment, the size of the adjustable expander assembly 4524 is then increased within the radially expanded portion of the tubular liner hanger 4506, and the locking assembly 4522 Operation releases the engagement between the tubular liner hanger and the locking assembly. In one embodiment, the locking assembly 4522 and the adjustable dilator assembly 4524 operate using an operating pressure provided by continuously injecting the fluid material 4536 into the system 4500. In one embodiment, adjusting the adjustable dilator assembly 4524 to a larger size causes at least a portion of the tubular liner hanger 4506 to radially expand and plastically deform.

  Referring to FIG. 45f, in one embodiment, the adjustable dilator assembly 4524 moves longitudinally relative to the tubular liner hanger 4506 so that the tubular liner hanger is radially expanded and removed. Plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the tubular liner hanger 4506 is radially expanded and plastically deformed to engage the casing 4532. In one embodiment, the adjustable dilator assembly 4524 is longitudinal with respect to the tubular liner hanger 4506 due to operating pressure in the tubular liner hanger generated by continuous infusion of the fluid material 4536. Move to. In one embodiment, the adjustable dilator assembly 4524 is formed by the operating pressure in a tubular liner hanger under the packer cup 4520 generated by continuous infusion of the fluid material 4536. Moves vertically with respect to the liner hanger 4506. In this manner, the adjustable dilator assembly 4524 is pulled through the tubular liner hanger 4506 by movement of the packer cup 4520. In one embodiment, the adjustable dilator assembly 4524 moves longitudinally relative to the tubular liner hanger 4506, thereby moving the tubular liner hanger into the inner flange 4504i of the outer tubular mandrel 4504. Until it engages with the outer flange 4516a at one end of the inner tubular mandrel 4516.

  Referring to FIG. 45g, in one embodiment, the 4504 is coupled to the inner flange 4504i of the outer tubular mandrel 4504 with the outer flange 4516a at one end of the inner tubular mandrel 4516. Tubular mandrels and the SSR plug set 4526 can be removed from the well 4528. As a result, the tubular liner 4508 is suspended in the well 4528 by engagement of the well casing 4532 and the tubular liner hanger 4506.

  In some alternative embodiments, during operation of the system 4500, a curable fluid sealing material, such as cement, may be injected through the system 4500 before, during, or after radial expansion of the liner hanger 4506. An annular barrier may be formed between the well 4528 and the tubular liner 4508.

  In some alternative embodiments, during operation of the system 4500, the size of the adjustable expansion device 4524 is such that the tubular liner hanger 4506 results from the injection of the fluid material 4536 into the tubular liner hanger. Increased before, during, or after hydroforming expansion.

  In some alternative embodiments, at least a portion of the tubular liner hanger 4506 includes a plurality of nested expandable tubular members joined by, for example, amorphous bonds.

  In some alternative embodiments, at least a portion of the tubular liner hanger 4506 is manufactured from a material that is particularly suitable for subsequent drilling operations, such as, for example, aluminum and / or copper based materials and alloys.

  In some alternative embodiments, during operation of the system 4500, the portion of the tubular liner hanger 4506 disposed below the adjustable dilator 4524 moves the adjustable dilator downward. Radially expanded and plastically deformed.

  In some alternative embodiments, at least a portion of the tubular liner hanger 4506 is manufactured from a material that is particularly suitable for subsequent drilling operations, such as, for example, aluminum and / or copper based materials and alloys. In some alternative embodiments, during operation of the system 4500, the portion of the tubular liner hanger 4506 made from a material particularly suitable for subsequent excavation operations may be hydraulically injected by injecting the fluid material 4536. Not molded.

  In some alternative embodiments, during operation of the system 4500, at least a portion of the tubular liner hanger 4506 is hydroformed by injection of the fluid material 4536 and then the initial of the adjustable dilator 4524. The remaining portion of the tubular liner hanger over position is radially expanded and plastically deformed by upward movement of the adjustable expansion device, and then the adjustable expansion device of the tubular liner hanger The portion below the initial position is radially expanded by the downward movement of the adjustable expansion device.

  In some alternative embodiments, during operation of the system 4500, the radially expanded and plastically deformed portion of the tubular liner hanger 4506 is expanded radially only by hydraulic forming caused by the injection of the fluid material 4536. And plastically deformed.

  In some alternative embodiments, during operation of the system 4500, the radially expanded and plastically deformed portion of the tubular liner hanger 4506 may be adjusted to increase the size of the adjustable expansion device 4524 and the tubular Only by subsequent movement of the adjustable expansion device relative to the liner hanger will it be radially expanded and plastically deformed.

  Referring to FIG. 46a, an example of a system 4600 for radially expanding a tubular member includes a tubular support member 4602 that defines a passageway 4602a. One end of a conventional tubular safety sub 4604 that defines the passage 4604a is connected to one end of the tubular support member 4602, and the other end of the safety sub 4604 is a tubular casing lock that defines the passage 4606a. Connected to one end of assembly 4606.

  In some embodiments, the locking assembly 4606 may be a conventional locking device for locking the position of the tubular member relative to another member. In some alternative embodiments, the lock assembly 4606 can include one or more elements of a locking assembly disclosed in one or more of the following. (1) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36157 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.87.02) filed on November 12, 2002, (2) 2002 November PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36267 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.88.02), filed on February 12, 2003, (3) filed on February 29, 2003 PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 04837 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.95.02), (4) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) filed on September 22, 2003 ) Patent application PCT / US03 / 29859 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1102.02), (5) PCT filed on November 13, 2003 (patent Power Convention) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 14153 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.104.02), (6) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application filed on June 11, 2003 PCT / US03 / 18530 Specification (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1108.02), (7) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29858 filed on September 22, 2003 Description (Attorney Docket No. 25791.112.02), (8) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29460 filed on September 22, 2003 (Attorney Organizer) No. 25791.114.02), (9) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application PCT / US04 / 07711 filed on March 11, 2004 Details (Attorney Docket No. 25791.253.02), (10) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 009434 filed on March 26, 2004 (Attorney Docket Number) No. 25791.2600.02), (11) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010317 filed on April 2, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.270.02) No.), (12) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 0107712 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.272.02), filed on April 7, 2004, (13) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010762 filed on April 6, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 2) No. 5791.273.02), (14) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / 2004/011973 filed on April 15, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.277.02) ). These disclosures are incorporated herein by reference.

  One end of a tubular support member 4608 that outlines the passage 4608a and includes an outer annular recess 4608b is connected to the other end of the lock assembly 4606, and the other end of the tubular support member 4608 is A tubular support member that defines the outer passage 4610a and the radial passage 4610b and includes an outer annular recess 4610c, an inner annular recess 4610d and circumferentially spaced teeth 4610e at the other end. Connected to one end of 4610.

  Adjustable dilator assembly 4612 is attached and connected to an annular recess 4610c on the outside of the tubular support member 4610. In some embodiments, the adjustable dilator assembly 4612 may be a conventional adjustable dilator for radially expanding and plastically deforming a tubular member, such as a conventional adjustable dilating cone, a mandrel, One or more elements of a rotary expansion device and a hydroforming expansion device, and / or one or more adjustable expansion devices commercially available from the Environment Global Technology LLC, Baker Hughes, Wetherford International and / or Schlumberger. One or more elements, and / or the Environment Global Technology LLC, Baker Hughes, Weatherford International nal, Shell Oil Co. And / or may include one or more elements of the adjustable expansion device disclosed in one or more of Schlumberger's published patent applications and / or issued patents. In some alternative embodiments, the adjustable dilator assembly 4524 can include one or more elements of the adjustable dilator assembly disclosed in one or more of the following. (1) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36157 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.87.02) filed on November 12, 2002, (2) 2002 November PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36267 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.88.02), filed on February 12, 2003, (3) filed on February 29, 2003 PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 04837 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.95.02), (4) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) filed on September 22, 2003 ) Patent application PCT / US03 / 29859 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1102.02), (5) PCT filed on November 13, 2003 (patent Power Convention) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 14153 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.104.02), (6) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application filed on June 11, 2003 PCT / US03 / 18530 Specification (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1108.02), (7) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29858 filed on September 22, 2003 Description (Attorney Docket No. 25791.112.02), (8) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29460 filed on September 22, 2003 (Attorney Organizer) No. 25791.114.02), (9) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application PCT / US04 / 07711 filed on March 11, 2004 Details (Attorney Docket No. 25791.253.02), (10) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 009434 filed on March 26, 2004 (Attorney Docket Number) No. 25791.2600.02), (11) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010317 filed on April 2, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.270.02) No.), (12) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 0107712 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.272.02), filed on April 7, 2004, (13) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010762 filed on April 6, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 2) No. 5791.273.02), (14) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / 2004/011973 filed on April 15, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.277.02) ). These disclosures are incorporated herein by reference.

  A float shoe 4614 defines a passage 4614a having a throat 4614aa and has a circumference for transmitting a torsional load to one end of the tubular support member 4610 which is coupled and engaged with the teeth 4610e. A plurality of spaced apart teeth 4614b and an external screw connection 4614c, one end of the float shoe 4614 being received in an annular recess 4610d inside the tubular support member.

  One end of the expandable tubular member 4616 is coupled to an external threaded connection 4614c of the float shoe 4614, and another portion of the expandable tubular member is coupled to the lock assembly 4606. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the tubular member 4616 includes one or more of the expandable tubular member features described herein. In one embodiment, the portion of the expandable tubular member 4616 located in close proximity to the adjustable dilator assembly 4612 is in the expandable position in close proximity to the adjustable dilator assembly. An outer expansion limiter sleeve 4618 is included to limit the amount of radial expansion of the portion of the tubular member. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the outer expansion limiter sleeve 4618 includes one or more of the expandable tubular member features described herein.

  A cup seal assembly 4620 is connected and disposed within the annular recess 4608b outside the tubular support member 4608 to sealingly engage the inner surface of the expandable tubular member 4616. The damaged plate 4622 is disposed and connected in the radial passage 4610b of the tubular support member 4610.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4600, as shown in FIG. 46a, the system is a well that traverses the formation 4626 and is connected to and disposed within the well. Is disposed in a well 4624 including In one embodiment, the system 4600 is positioned such that the tubular member 4616 overlaps the casing 4628.

  Referring to FIG. 46b, in one embodiment, a plug 4630 is then placed in the throat passage 4614aa of the float shoe 4614, which places fluid material 4632 into the system 4600 and the tubular support member. Injection through passage 4602a of 4602, passage 4604a of the safety sub 4604, passage 4606a of the lock assembly 4606, passage 4608a of the tubular support member 4608, and passage 4610a of the tubular support member 4610 Is done by.

  Referring to FIG. 46c, in one embodiment, the passage of the tubular support member 4610 by continuously injecting the fluid material 4632 into the system 4600 after the plug 4630 has been placed in the throat passage 4614aa. 4610a is pressurized, thereby damaging the rupture plate 4622, thereby allowing the fluid material to pass through the radial passage 4510b of the inner tubular support member. As a result, the interior of the expandable tubular member 4616 proximate the adjustable expander assembly 4612 is pressurized.

  Referring to FIG. 45d, in one embodiment, the fluid material 4632 is continuously injected into the expandable tubular member 4616 so that at least a portion of the expandable tubular member is radially expanded and expanded. Plastic deformation. In one embodiment, one of the expandable tubular members in a position opposite the adjustable expander assembly 4612 by continuously injecting the fluid material 4632 into the expandable tubular member 4616. The part is radially expanded and plastically deformed. In one embodiment, one of the expandable tubular members in a position opposite the adjustable expander assembly 4612 by continuously injecting the fluid material 4632 into the expandable tubular member 4616. The portion is radially expanded and plastically deformed to engage with the well casing 4628. In one embodiment, the change in material properties of the expansion limiter sleeve 4618 limits the degree of possible radial expansion of the expandable tubular member 4616 during the radial expansion process.

  Referring to FIG. 46e, in one embodiment, the size of the adjustable dilator assembly 4612 is then increased within the radially expanded portion of the expandable tubular member 4616 to increase the lock assembly 4606's size. Operation disengages the expandable tubular member from the lock assembly. In one embodiment, the lock assembly 4606 and the adjustable dilator assembly 4612 operate using an operating pressure provided by continuously injecting the fluid material 4632 into the system 4600. In one embodiment, adjusting the adjustable dilator assembly 4612 to a larger size causes at least a portion of the expandable tubular member 4616 to radially expand and plastically deform.

  Referring to FIG. 46f, in one embodiment, the adjustable dilator assembly 4612 is moved longitudinally relative to the expandable tubular member 4616 so that the expandable tubular member is radially expanded and expanded. Plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the expandable tubular member 4616 is radially expanded and plastically deformed to engage the casing 4628. In one embodiment, the adjustable dilator assembly 4612 is longitudinal with respect to the expandable tubular member due to operating pressure in the expandable tubular member 4616 generated by continuous infusion of the fluid material 4632. Move to.

  In some alternative embodiments, during operation of the system 4600, a curable fluid sealing material, such as cement, may be injected through the system 4600 during or after radial expansion of the expandable tubular member 4616. An annular barrier can be formed between the well 4624 and / or the well casing 4628 and the expandable tubular member.

  In some alternative embodiments, during operation of the system 4600, the size of the adjustable expansion device 4612 is such that the expandable tubular member results from the injection of the fluid material 4632 into the expandable tubular member 4616. Increased before, during, or after expansion by hydroforming of 4616.

  In some alternative embodiments, at least a portion of the expandable tubular member 4616 includes a plurality of nested expandable tubular members joined by, for example, amorphous bonds.

  In some alternative embodiments, at least a portion of the expandable tubular member 4616 is manufactured from a material that is particularly suitable for subsequent drilling operations, such as, for example, aluminum and / or copper based materials and alloys.

  In some alternative embodiments, during operation of the system 4600, the portion of the expandable tubular member 4616 disposed below the adjustable expansion device 4612 moves the adjustable expansion device downward. Radially expanded and plastically deformed.

  In some alternative embodiments, at least a portion of the expandable tubular member 4616 is manufactured from a material that is particularly suitable for subsequent drilling operations, such as, for example, aluminum and / or copper based materials and alloys. In some alternative embodiments, during operation of the system 4600, the portion of the expandable tubular member 4616 made from a material that is particularly suitable for subsequent excavation operations may be hydraulically injected by injecting the fluid material 4632. Not molded.

  In some alternative embodiments, during operation of the system 4600, at least a portion of the expandable tubular member 4616 is hydroformed by injection of the fluid material 4632 and then the initial of the adjustable expansion device 4612. The remaining portion of the expandable tubular member over position is radially expanded and plastically deformed by upward movement of the adjustable expander, and then the adjustable expander of the expandable tubular member The portion below the initial position is radially expanded by the downward movement of the adjustable expansion device.

  In some alternative embodiments, during operation of the system 4600, the radially expanded and plastically deformed portion of the expandable tubular member 4616 is only radially expanded by hydraulic forming caused by the injection of the fluid material 4632. And plastically deformed.

  In some alternative embodiments, during operation of the system 4600, the radially expanded and plastically deformed portion of the expandable tubular member 4616 can be adjusted to increase the size of the adjustable expander 4612 and the expandable. Only by subsequent movement of the adjustable expansion device relative to the tubular member is it expanded radially and plastically deformed.

  In one experimental embodiment, an expandable tubular member made from tellurium copper, naval brass, phosphor bronze, and aluminum silicon bronze has been successfully hydroformed, thereby providing up to about 30% radial expansion. Although radially expanded and plastically deformed, all these were unexpected results.

  Referring to FIG. 46g, in one embodiment, at least a portion of the expansion limiter sleeve 4618 has one or more diamond-shaped slots prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expansion limiter sleeve by the system 4600. 4618a. Referring to FIG. 46h, in one embodiment, during expansion and plastic deformation of the expansion limiter sleeve by the system 4600, the diamond-shaped slot 4618a is deformed to further update the expansion limiter sleeve. The resulting radial expansion requires greater force. More generally, the expansion limiter sleeve 4618 with slots can be manufactured, and the expansion limiter sleeve 4618 is reduced by reducing the cross-sectional area of the expansion limit sleeve by radial expansion and plastic deformation. The amount of force required to further radially expand the sleeve is increased. In this manner, the degree to which the expandable tubular member 4616 can be radially expanded is limited. In some alternative embodiments, at least a portion of the expandable tubular member 4616 includes a slot, and the cross-sectional area of the slot is reduced by radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expandable tubular member. This increases the amount of force required to further radially expand the expandable tubular member.

  Referring to FIGS. 46i and 46ia, in one embodiment, at least a portion of the expansion limiter sleeve 4618 is one or more prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expansion limiter sleeve by the system 4600. It includes circumferentially oriented corrugated bands 4618b that are spaced apart. Referring to FIG. 46j, in one embodiment, the band 4618b is deformed during radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expansion limiter sleeve by the system 4600, thereby further expanding the expansion limiter sleeve. Radial expansion requires greater force. More generally, the expansion limiter sleeve 4618 with a circumferential band can be manufactured, and the orientation of the band is relative to the longitudinal axis of the section area as a result of radial expansion and plastic deformation of the band. Gradual alignment in the orthogonal direction increases the amount of force required for further radial expansion of the expansion limiter sleeve. In this manner, the degree to which the expandable tubular member 4616 can be radially expanded is limited. In some alternative embodiments, at least a portion of the expandable tubular member 4616 includes a circumferential band, the orientation of the band being determined as a result of radial expansion and plastic deformation of the band. By gradually aligning in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the area, the amount of force required for further radial expansion of the expandable tubular member is increased.

  In some embodiments, the design of the expansion limiter sleeve 4618 provides a regulatory force and limits the extent to which the expandable tubular member 4616 can be radially expanded and plastically deformed during the radial expansion process. . Further, in some embodiments, the design of the expansion limiter sleeve 4618 provides a variable restrictive force, and the extent to which the expandable tubular member 4616 can be radially expanded and plastically deformed during the radial expansion process. Limit. In some embodiments, the variable restricting force of the expansion limiter sleeve 4618 increases in proportion to the degree to which the expandable tubular member 4616 is radially expanded.

  Referring to FIG. 47a, an example of a system 4700 for radially expanding a tubular member includes a tubular support member 4702 that defines a passageway 4702a. One end of a conventional tubular safety sub 4704 that defines the passage 4704a is connected to one end of the tubular support member 4702, and the other end of the safety sub 4704a is a tubular ball gripper that defines the passage 4706a. Connected to one end of assembly 4706.

  In some embodiments, the ball gripper assembly 4706 may be a conventional device for limiting movement of a tubular member relative to another tubular member, such as one or more of the tubular members. Employ one or more separate discrete spherical elements that controllably interlock and limit directional movement. In some alternative embodiments, the ball gripper assembly 4706 may include one or more elements of a ball gripper assembly disclosed in one or more of the following. (1) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36157 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.87.02) filed on November 12, 2002, (2) 2002 November PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36267 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.88.02), filed on February 12, 2003, (3) filed on February 29, 2003 PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 04837 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.95.02), (4) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) filed on September 22, 2003 ) Patent application PCT / US03 / 29859 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1102.02), (5) PCT filed on November 13, 2003 (patent Power Convention) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 14153 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.104.02), (6) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application filed on June 11, 2003 PCT / US03 / 18530 Specification (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1108.02), (7) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29858 filed on September 22, 2003 Description (Attorney Docket No. 25791.112.02), (8) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29460 filed on September 22, 2003 (Attorney Organizer) No. 25791.114.02), (9) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application PCT / US04 / 07711 filed on March 11, 2004 Details (Attorney Docket No. 25791.253.02), (10) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 009434 filed on March 26, 2004 (Attorney Docket Number) No. 25791.2600.02), (11) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010317 filed on April 2, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.270.02) No.), (12) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 0107712 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.272.02), filed on April 7, 2004, (13) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010762 filed on April 6, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 2) No. 5791.273.02), (14) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / 2004/011973 filed on April 15, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.277.02) ). These disclosures are incorporated herein by reference.

  One end of a tubular casing lock assembly 4708 that defines the passage 4708a is connected to the other end of the ball gripper assembly 4706. In some embodiments, the casing lock assembly 4708 may be a conventional device for limiting the movement of the tubular member relative to another member. In some alternative embodiments, the casing lock assembly 4708 can include one or more elements of the casing lock assembly disclosed in one or more of the following. (1) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36157 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.87.02) filed on November 12, 2002, (2) 2002 November PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36267 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.88.02), filed on February 12, 2003, (3) filed on February 29, 2003 PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 04837 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.95.02), (4) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) filed on September 22, 2003 ) Patent application PCT / US03 / 29859 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1102.02), (5) PCT filed on November 13, 2003 (patent Power Convention) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 14153 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.104.02), (6) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application filed on June 11, 2003 PCT / US03 / 18530 Specification (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1108.02), (7) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29858 filed on September 22, 2003 Description (Attorney Docket No. 25791.112.02), (8) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29460 filed on September 22, 2003 (Attorney Organizer) No. 25791.114.02), (9) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application PCT / US04 / 07711 filed on March 11, 2004 Details (Attorney Docket No. 25791.253.02), (10) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 009434 filed on March 26, 2004 (Attorney Docket Number) No. 25791.2600.02), (11) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010317 filed on April 2, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.270.02) No.), (12) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 0107712 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.272.02), filed on April 7, 2004, (13) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010762 filed on April 6, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 2) No. 5791.273.02), (14) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / 2004/011973 filed on April 15, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.277.02) ). These disclosures are incorporated herein by reference.

  Tubular tension actuator assembly 4710 outlines passage 4710a and one or more external holes 4710b and includes an inner annular recess 4710c at one end, wherein one end of said tubular tension actuator assembly 4710 is , Coupled to the other end of the casing lock assembly 4708. In some embodiments, the tubular tension actuator assembly 4710 may be a conventional device for moving a member relative to another member. In some alternative embodiments, the tubular tension actuator assembly 4710 can include one or more elements of a tension actuator assembly disclosed in one or more of the following. (1) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36157 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.87.02) filed on November 12, 2002, (2) 2002 November PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36267 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.88.02), filed on February 12, 2003, (3) filed on February 29, 2003 PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 04837 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.95.02), (4) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) filed on September 22, 2003 ) Patent application PCT / US03 / 29859 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1102.02), (5) PCT filed on November 13, 2003 (patent Power Convention) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 14153 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.104.02), (6) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application filed on June 11, 2003 PCT / US03 / 18530 Specification (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1108.02), (7) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29858 filed on September 22, 2003 Description (Attorney Docket No. 25791.112.02), (8) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29460 filed on September 22, 2003 (Attorney Organizer) No. 25791.114.02), (9) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application PCT / US04 / 07711 filed on March 11, 2004 Details (Attorney Docket No. 25791.253.02), (10) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 009434 filed on March 26, 2004 (Attorney Docket Number) No. 25791.2600.02), (11) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010317 filed on April 2, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.270.02) No.), (12) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 0107712 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.272.02), filed on April 7, 2004, (13) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010762 filed on April 6, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 2) No. 5791.273.02), (14) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / 2004/011973 filed on April 15, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.277.02) ). These disclosures are incorporated herein by reference.

  A first solid tubular expansion cone 4712 that includes a tapered outer surface 4712a at one end 4712b is coupled to the other end of the tubular tension actuator assembly 4710. An expandable tubular casing 4714 that outlines one or more mounting holes 4714a at one end includes the safety sub 4704, ball gripper assembly 4706, casing lock assembly 4708, and tension actuator assembly 4710. Accept and combine with them. One end of the tubular casing 4714 receives and joins a non-tapered end and a portion of the tapered end 4712b of the tubular expansion cone 4712. As a result, one end of the tubular casing 4714 that receives and joins the tapered end 4712b of the tubular expansion cone 4712 overhangs. In one embodiment, the outer diameter of the overhanging tapered end of the tubular casing 4714 is less than or equal to the maximum outer diameter of the tapered end 4712b of the tubular expansion cone 4712. One end of the mounting pin 4716 is received and connected in the mounting hole 4710b of the tension actuator assembly 4710, and the other end of the mounting pin is received and connected in the mounting hole 4714a of the tubular casing 4714. The In one embodiment, an expandable tubular casing 4714 is provided that includes one or more of the properties of the expandable tubular described above with reference to FIGS. In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4700, the mounting pin 4716 allows torque to be conducted between the expandable tubular casing 4714 and the tension actuator assembly 4710.

  A second tubular expansion cone 4718 outlines the passage 4718a and has an outer annular recess 4718b that is received in combination with one end of the tension actuator assembly 4710 and the first tubular expansion cone 4712; Including a tapered outer surface 4718c, an inner annular recess 4718d, and a plurality of circumferentially spaced teeth 4718e at the other end, wherein the second tubular expanded cone One end of body 4718 is coupled to one end of the tension actuator assembly 4710. The expandable tubular sleeve 4720 includes a first end 4720a, and the first end 4720a includes an outer annular recess 4720aa, an intermediate portion 4720b, and a second end 4720c, The second end 4720c has an internal thread connection 4720d, and the expandable tubular sleeve 4720 is coupled to the second tubular expandable cone 4718 to connect the second tubular expandable cone. accept. In one embodiment, the expandable tubular sleeve 4720 is provided, the sleeve including one or more of the properties of the expandable tubular described above with reference to FIGS. A sealing member 4722 is received and coupled to the outer annular recess 4720aa at the first end 4720a of the expandable tubular sleeve 4720. In one embodiment, the wall thickness of the first end 4720a of the tubular sleeve 4720 is greater than the wall thickness of the second end 4720c of the tubular sleeve, and the wall thickness of the intermediate portion 4720b of the tubular sleeve is Tapered. In one embodiment, the outer diameter of the intermediate portion 4720b and the second end 4720c of the tubular sleeve 4720 are both less than or equal to the maximum outer diameter of the tapered end 4712b of the tubular expansion cone 4712. In one embodiment, the outer diameter of the sealing member 4722 is less than or equal to the maximum outer diameter of the tapered end 4712b of the tubular expansion cone 4712.

  Float shoe 4724 defines a passage 4724a having a throat 4724aa and a passage 4724b, and is received and coupled within an inner annular recess 4718d at one end of the second tubular expansion cone 4718 at one end An annular recess 4724c, a plurality of circumferentially spaced shoulders 4724d at the other end, and a plurality of circumferentially spaced apart second tubular expanded cones 4718. A plurality of circumferentially spaced teeth 4724e for engaging the teeth 4718e and a conventional float element 4724f, wherein the float shoe 4724 has the expandable tubular shape. Received, coupled and coupled within an internal threaded connection 4720d at one end of the sleeve 4720. In one embodiment, the outer diameter of the shoulder 4724d spaced apart by the float shoe 4724 is greater than the maximum outer diameter of the tapered end 4712b of the tubular expansion cone 4712. In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4700, spaced apart the teeth 4724e spaced around the circumference of the float shoe 4724 and the circumference of the second tubular expansion cone 4718. Interaction with placed teeth 4718e allows torque loads to be conducted between them. In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4700, the circumferentially spaced shoulder 4724d further includes an axial flow path profile spaced circumferentially between the shoulders. Determine.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4700, the system is placed in a well 4726 across the formation 4728, as FIG. 47a shows. A curable fluid material 4730, such as cement, can then be injected into the system 4700 through the passages 4702a, 4704a, 4706a, 4708a, 4710a, 4718a, 4724a. The fluid material 4730 is then conveyed past the float element 4724f of the float shoe 4724 and through the passage 4724b to the annulus 4732 between the system 4700 and the inner surface of the well 4726. . The fluid material 4730 within the annulus 4732 can then be at least partially cured.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4700, as shown in FIG. 47b, a conventional plug 4734 then places fluid material 4736 into the system 4700 in the throat 4724aa of the passage 4724a of the float shoe 4724. Placed by injecting through passages 4702a, 4704a, 4706a, 4708a, 4710a, 4718a, 4724a. As a result, the passage 4724a of the float shoe 4724 is occluded and the passages 4702a, 4704a, 4706a, 4708a, 4710a, 4718a are pressurized by continuous injection of the fluid material 4736.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4700, the passageway 4702a, 4704a, 4706a, 4708a, 4710a, 4718a is pressurized by continuous injection of the fluid material 4736 into the system, as shown in FIG. 47c. be able to. As a result, the casing lock assembly 4708 operates to engage the expandable tubular casing 4714 and the tension actuator assembly 4710 operates to operate the first tubular expansion cone 4712 and the second. The tubular expanded cone 4718, the expandable tubular sleeve 4720, the sealing member 4722, and the float shoe 4724 are moved upward in the longitudinal direction 4738 with respect to the expandable tubular casing 4714. As a result, one end of the expandable tubular casing 4714 is radially expanded and plastically deformed by the tapered outer surface 4712a of the first tubular expandable cone 4712. Further, as a result, the radially expanded and plastically deformed one end of the tubular casing 4714 receives and couples the expandable tubular sleeve 4720 and the sealing member 4722. Further, as a result, the mounting pin 4716 is sheared. In one embodiment, one end of the expandable tubular casing 4714 is aligned with the first tubular expandable cone until one end of the expandable tubular casing collides with the surface of one end of a shoulder 4724d of the float shoe 4724. Radially expanded and plastically deformed by the tapered outer surface 4712a of the body 4712.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4700, as shown in FIG. 47d, the passages 4702a, 4704a, 4706a, 4708a, 4710a, 4718a are continuously moved by continuous injection of the fluid material 4736 into the system. Can be pressurized. As a result, the casing lock assembly 4708 and the tension actuator assembly 4710 can continue to operate in the manner described above with reference to FIG. 47c. Further, as a result, the first tubular expanded cone 4712 moves further upward in the longitudinal direction 4738 with respect to the expandable tubular casing 4714, and the second tubular expanded cone 4718 is expanded. The sealing member 4722 moves upward in the longitudinal direction 4738. Further upward movement of the expandable tubular sleeve 4720, the sealing member 4722, and the float shoe 4724 may cause the expandable tubular casing 4714 and the float during continuous operation of the tension actuator assembly 4710. This is prevented by the interaction between one end face of the shoulder 4724d of the shoe 4724. Further, as a result, one end of the expandable tubular casing 4714 is further radially expanded and plastically deformed by the tapered outer surface 4712a of the first tubular expandable cone 4712, and the expandable tubular sleeve 4720 is expanded. Portions 4720a and 4720b are radially expanded and plastically deformed within the expandable tubular casing by the tapered outer surface 4718c of the second tubular expandable cone 4718. As a result, the sealing member 4722 engages and fluid tightly seals the contact surface between the expandable tubular casing 4714 and the expandable tubular sleeve 4720. Further, in one embodiment, as a result of radial expansion and plastic deformation of portions 4720a and 4720b of the expandable tubular sleeve 4720 within the expandable tubular casing 4714, a fluid tight seal between the metals may be It is formed between the inner surface of the expandable tubular casing and the outer surface of the expandable tubular sleeve. In one embodiment, once the portions 4720a and 4720b of the expandable tubular sleeve 4720 are fully radially expanded and plastically deformed by the tapered outer surface 4718c of the second tubular expansion cone 4718. The casing lock assembly 4708 releases the expandable tubular casing 4714.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4700, as shown in FIG. 47e, after release of the expandable tubular casing 4714 from the casing lock assembly 4708, the fluid into the passage of the system Continuous injection of material 4736 moves the first tubular expanded cone 4712 further upward in a longitudinal direction 4738 relative to the expandable tubular casing 4714. As a result, the expandable tubular casing 4714 is further radially expanded and plastically deformed by the tapered outer surface 4712a of the first tubular expandable cone 4712.

  In some alternative embodiments, the tension actuator assembly 4710 can be operated to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular sleeve 4720, wherein the tension actuator assembly is connected to the expandable tubular sleeve. The expandable tubular sleeve 4720 can be radially expanded and plastically deformed by operating a portion of 4720 with a first stroke that radially expands and plastically deforms. After completing the first stroke of the tension actuator assembly 4710, the casing lock assembly 4708 is operated to release the expandable tubular casing 4714, for example, by reducing the operating pressure of the fluid material 4736. To do. The tension actuator assembly 4710 then includes the tubular support member 4702, the tubular safety sub 4704, the ball gripper assembly 4706, the casing lock assembly, and the tension actuator assembly. The portion rigidly connected to one end of the casing lock assembly is reset to its initial position by moving upward relative to the expandable tubular casing 4714. The operating pressure of the fluid material 4736 increases and the tension actuator assembly then operates on a second stroke to radially expand and plastically deform a further portion of the expandable tubular sleeve 4720. In some embodiments, this process can be repeated as necessary to radially expand and plastically deform the desired portion of the expandable tubular sleeve 4720. In one embodiment, the ball gripper assembly 4706 also operates during the first stroke, reset, and / or the second stroke of the tension actuator assembly 4710, and the expandable tubular casing. One or more longitudinal movements of 4714 are limited, for example, by adjusting the operating pressure of the fluid material 4736.

  In one embodiment, the maximum outer diameter of the system 4700 is delineated by the maximum outer diameter of the expandable tubular casing 4714 while the system is disposed within the well 4726.

  In some alternative embodiments, the system 4700 includes the ball gripper assembly 4706 and / or the casing lock assembly 4708.

  In some alternative embodiments, the casing lock assembly 4708 is excluded from the system 4700. As a result, the system 4700 limits the movement of the expandable tubular casing 4714 depending solely on the ball gripper assembly 4706.

  In some embodiments of the system 4700, the operation of the ball gripper assembly 4706 and / or the casing lock assembly 4708 may be replaced or enhanced by the use of conventional hydraulic or mechanical slip. it can.

  In some embodiments of the system 4700, the expandable tubular sleeve 4720 is manufactured from a material that is particularly suitable for removal using a drilling rig, such as, for example, aluminum or brass.

  In some embodiments of the system 4700, the float shoe 4724 may include a sliding sleeve valve that controls the flow of fluid material through the float shoe. In some embodiments of the system 4700, the second tubular expansion cone 4718 is fitted with a conventional stinger, which operates by manipulating the operation of the sliding sleeve valve. Control.

  Referring to FIG. 48a, an example of a system 4800 for radially expanding a tubular member includes a tubular support member 4802 that defines a passageway 4802a. One end of a conventional tubular safety sub 4804 defining the passage 4804a is connected to one end of the tubular support member 4802, and the other end of the safety sub 4804 is a tubular ball gripper defining the passage 4806a. Connected to one end of assembly 4806.

  In some embodiments, the ball gripper assembly 4806 may be a conventional device for limiting movement of a tubular member relative to another tubular member, such as one or more of the tubular members. Employ one or more separate and distinct spherical elements that controllably interlock and limit directional movement. In some alternative embodiments, the ball gripper assembly 4806 may include one or more of the ball gripper assemblies disclosed in one or more of the following. (1) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36157 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.87.02) filed on November 12, 2002, (2) 2002 November PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36267 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.88.02), filed on February 12, 2003, (3) filed on February 29, 2003 PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 04837 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.95.02), (4) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) filed on September 22, 2003 ) Patent application PCT / US03 / 29859 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1102.02), (5) PCT filed on November 13, 2003 (patent Power Convention) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 14153 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.104.02), (6) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application filed on June 11, 2003 PCT / US03 / 18530 Specification (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1108.02), (7) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29858 filed on September 22, 2003 Description (Attorney Docket No. 25791.112.02), (8) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29460 filed on September 22, 2003 (Attorney Organizer) No. 25791.114.02), (9) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application PCT / US04 / 07711 filed on March 11, 2004 Details (Attorney Docket No. 25791.253.02), (10) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 009434 filed on March 26, 2004 (Attorney Docket Number) No. 25791.2600.02), (11) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010317 filed on April 2, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.270.02) No.), (12) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 0107712 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.272.02), filed on April 7, 2004, (13) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010762 filed on April 6, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 2) No. 5791.273.02), (14) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / 2004/011973 filed on April 15, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.277.02) ). These disclosures are incorporated herein by reference.

  One end of a tubular casing lock assembly 4808 defining the passage 4808a is connected to the other end of the ball gripper assembly 4806. In some embodiments, the casing lock assembly 4808 may be a conventional device for limiting the movement of the tubular member relative to another member. In some alternative embodiments, the casing lock assembly 4808 can include one or more elements of the casing lock assembly disclosed in one or more of the following. (1) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36157 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.87.02) filed on November 12, 2002, (2) 2002 November PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36267 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.88.02), filed on February 12, 2003, (3) filed on February 29, 2003 PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 04837 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.95.02), (4) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) filed on September 22, 2003 ) Patent application PCT / US03 / 29859 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1102.02), (5) PCT filed on November 13, 2003 (patent Power Convention) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 14153 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.104.02), (6) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application filed on June 11, 2003 PCT / US03 / 18530 Specification (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1108.02), (7) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29858 filed on September 22, 2003 Description (Attorney Docket No. 25791.112.02), (8) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29460 filed on September 22, 2003 (Attorney Organizer) No. 25791.114.02), (9) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application PCT / US04 / 07711 filed on March 11, 2004 Details (Attorney Docket No. 25791.253.02), (10) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 009434 filed on March 26, 2004 (Attorney Docket Number) No. 25791.2600.02), (11) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010317 filed on April 2, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.270.02) No.), (12) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 0107712 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.272.02), filed on April 7, 2004, (13) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010762 filed on April 6, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 2) No. 5791.273.02), (14) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / 2004/011973 filed on April 15, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.277.02) ). These disclosures are incorporated herein by reference.

  One end of a tubular tension actuator assembly 4810 that defines the passage 4810a is connected to the other end of the casing lock assembly 4808. In some embodiments, the tubular tension actuator assembly 4810 may be a conventional device for moving a member relative to another member. In some alternative embodiments, the tubular tension actuator assembly 4810 can include one or more elements of a tension actuator assembly disclosed in one or more of the following. (1) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36157 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.87.02) filed on November 12, 2002, (2) 2002 November PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36267 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.88.02), filed on February 12, 2003, (3) filed on February 29, 2003 PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 04837 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.95.02), (4) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) filed on September 22, 2003 ) Patent application PCT / US03 / 29859 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1102.02), (5) PCT filed on November 13, 2003 (patent Power Convention) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 14153 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.104.02), (6) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application filed on June 11, 2003 PCT / US03 / 18530 Specification (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1108.02), (7) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29858 filed on September 22, 2003 Description (Attorney Docket No. 25791.112.02), (8) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29460 filed on September 22, 2003 (Attorney Organizer) No. 25791.114.02), (9) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application PCT / US04 / 07711 filed on March 11, 2004 Details (Attorney Docket No. 25791.253.02), (10) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 009434 filed on March 26, 2004 (Attorney Docket Number) No. 25791.2600.02), (11) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010317 filed on April 2, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.270.02) No.), (12) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 0107712 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.272.02), filed on April 7, 2004, (13) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010762 filed on April 6, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 2) No. 5791.273.02), (14) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / 2004/011973 filed on April 15, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.277.02) ). These disclosures are incorporated herein by reference.

  One end of the tubular support member 4812 that outlines the passage 4812a and includes the outer annular recess 4812b is coupled to the other end of the tubular tension actuator assembly 4810. A sealing cup assembly 4814 is disposed and connected within the outer annular recess 4812b of the 4812. In some embodiments, the sealing cup assembly 4814 includes one or more conventional sealing cup assemblies and / or one or more of the following disclosed sealing cup assemblies. One or more of the following may be included. (1) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36157 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.87.02) filed on November 12, 2002, (2) 2002 November PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36267 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.88.02), filed on February 12, 2003, (3) filed on February 29, 2003 PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 04837 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.95.02), (4) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) filed on September 22, 2003 ) Patent application PCT / US03 / 29859 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1102.02), (5) PCT filed on November 13, 2003 (patent Power Convention) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 14153 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.104.02), (6) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application filed on June 11, 2003 PCT / US03 / 18530 Specification (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1108.02), (7) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29858 filed on September 22, 2003 Description (Attorney Docket No. 25791.112.02), (8) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29460 filed on September 22, 2003 (Attorney Organizer) No. 25791.114.02), (9) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application PCT / US04 / 07711 filed on March 11, 2004 Details (Attorney Docket No. 25791.253.02), (10) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 009434 filed on March 26, 2004 (Attorney Docket Number) No. 25791.2600.02), (11) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010317 filed on April 2, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.270.02) No.), (12) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 0107712 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.272.02), filed on April 7, 2004, (13) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010762 filed on April 6, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 2) No. 5791.273.02), (14) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / 2004/011973 filed on April 15, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.277.02) ). These disclosures are incorporated herein by reference.

  The dilator assembly 4816 outlines the passage 4816a and mounting holes 4816aa and includes an adjustable dilator 4816b at one end, an outer annular recess 4816c, a tapered outer extension surface 4816d, and an inner annular recess 4816e, A plurality of teeth 4816f spaced around the circumference at the other end, wherein one end of the dilator assembly 4816 is coupled to the other end of the tubular support member 4812. The In some embodiments, the adjustable dilator 4816b may include a tapered outer dilation surface that is adjustable in shape, size, and / or position. , Baker Hughes, Halliburton, Schlumberger, Weatherford, and / or Evento Global Technology, L .; L. C. And / or one or more of the elements of an expansion device previously commercially available by Baker Hughes, Halliburton, Schlumberger, Weatherford, and / or the Environment Global Technology, L .; L. C. Or one or more of the elements of published patent applications. In some embodiments, the adjustable expansion device 4816b can include one or more elements of the adjustable expansion device disclosed in one or more of the following. (1) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36157 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.87.02) filed on November 12, 2002, (2) 2002 November PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36267 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.88.02), filed on February 12, 2003, (3) filed on February 29, 2003 PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 04837 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.95.02), (4) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) filed on September 22, 2003 ) Patent application PCT / US03 / 29859 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1102.02), (5) PCT filed on November 13, 2003 (patent Power Convention) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 14153 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.104.02), (6) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application filed on June 11, 2003 PCT / US03 / 18530 Specification (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1108.02), (7) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29858 filed on September 22, 2003 Description (Attorney Docket No. 25791.112.02), (8) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29460 filed on September 22, 2003 (Attorney Organizer) No. 25791.114.02), (9) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application PCT / US04 / 07711 filed on March 11, 2004 Details (Attorney Docket No. 25791.253.02), (10) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 009434 filed on March 26, 2004 (Attorney Docket Number) No. 25791.2600.02), (11) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010317 filed on April 2, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.270.02) No.), (12) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 0107712 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.272.02), filed on April 7, 2004, (13) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010762 filed on April 6, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 2) No. 5791.273.02), (14) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / 2004/011973 filed on April 15, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.277.02) ). These disclosures are incorporated herein by reference.

  One end of the mounting pin 4818 is received and coupled within the mounting hole 4816aa of the dilator assembly 4816, and the other end of the mounting pin is within the mounting hole 4820a that is contoured within the expandable tubular casing 4820. The expandable tubular casing is received by the tubular support member 4802, the tubular safety sub 4804, the tubular ball gripper assembly 4806, the tubular casing lock assembly 4808, and the tube. A tension actuator assembly 4810, the tubular support member 4812, the sealing cup assembly 4814, and one end of the dilator assembly 4816 are received.

  In one embodiment, an expandable tubular casing 4820 is provided that includes one or more of the characteristics of the expandable tubular described above with reference to FIGS. In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4800, the mounting pin 4818 allows torque to be conducted between the expandable tubular casing 4820 and the expander assembly 4816. In one embodiment, the torque pin 4818 is made from a drillable material, such as brass or aluminum. In one embodiment, the sealing cup assembly 4814 sealingly engages the inner surface of the expandable tubular casing 4820 during operation of the system 4800.

  The expandable tubular sleeve 4822 includes a first end 4822a, the first end including an outer annular recess 4722aa, an intermediate portion 4722b, and a second end 4722c, Second end 4722c has an internal threaded connection 4822d, and expandable tubular sleeve 4822 is received in connection with an outer annular recess 4816c of expander assembly 4816. In one embodiment, the wall thickness of the first end 4822a of the expandable tubular sleeve 4822 is greater than the wall thickness of the second end 4722c of the expandable tubular sleeve, and is intermediate the expandable tubular sleeve. The wall thickness of the portion 4822b is tapered. In one embodiment, the intermediate portion 4822b of the expandable tubular sleeve 4822 couples and receives the tapered outer surface 4816d of the expander assembly 4816. In one embodiment, an expandable tubular sleeve 4822 is provided that includes one or more of the properties of the expandable tubular described above with reference to FIGS.

  A sealing member 4824 is received and coupled to the outer annular recess 4822aa at the first end 4822a of the expandable tubular sleeve 4822. In one embodiment, the outer diameter of the intermediate portion 4822b and the second end 4722c of the tubular sleeve 4822 are both less than or equal to the maximum outer diameter of the expandable tubular casing 4822. In one embodiment, the outer diameter of the sealing member 4824 is less than or equal to the maximum outer diameter of the tubular casing 4820.

  The float shoe 4826 has an outer annular recess 4726c at one end that outlines the passage 4826a having a throat 4826aa and a passage 4826b and is received and coupled to an inner annular recess 4816e at one end of the dilator assembly 4816. A circle at one end for engaging a plurality of circumferentially spaced shoulders 4826d and a plurality of spaced apart teeth 4816f around the circumference of the dilator assembly 4816. A plurality of spaced apart teeth 4826e and a conventional float element 4826f, wherein the float shoe 4826 is within an internal threaded connection 4822d at one end of the expandable tubular sleeve 4822; Accepted, combined and linked. In one embodiment, the outer diameter of the shoulder 4826d spaced apart by the float shoe 4826 is greater than the outer diameter of both the expandable tubular casing 4820 and the expandable tubular sleeve 4822. In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4800, teeth 4826e spaced around the circumference of the float shoe 4826 and teeth 4816f spaced around the circumference of the dilator assembly 4816. Interaction between them makes it possible to conduct torque loads between them. In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4800, the circumferentially spaced shoulder 4826d further includes an axial flow path contour spaced circumferentially between the shoulders. Determine.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4800, the system is positioned in a well 4828 across the formation 4830, as FIG. 48a shows. A curable fluid material 4832 such as cement can then be injected into the system 4800 through the passages 4802a, 4804a, 4806a, 4808a, 4810a, 4812a, 4816a, 4826a. The fluid material 4832 is then carried past the float element 4826f of the float shoe 4826 and through the passage 4826b to the annulus 4834 between the system 4800 and the inner surface of the well 4828. It is. The fluid material 4834 in the annulus 4832 can then be at least partially cured.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4800, as shown in FIG. 48b, a conventional plug 4836 then places fluid material 4838 into the system 4800 in the throat 4826aa of the passage 4826a of the float shoe 4826. Placed by injecting through the passages 4802a, 4804a, 4806a, 4808a, 4810a, 4812a, 4816a. As a result, the passage 4826a of the float shoe 4826 is occluded and the passages 4802a, 4804a, 4806a, 4808a, 4810a, 4812a, 4816a are pressurized by the continuous injection of the fluid material 4738.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4800, as shown in FIG. 48c, the passages 4802a, 4804a, 4806a, 4808a, 4810a, 4812a, 4816a are made by continuous infusion of the fluid material 4838 into the system. Can be pressurized. As a result, the casing lock assembly 4808 operates to engage the outer diameter of the expandable tubular casing 4820 and the adjustable expander 4816b of the expander assembly 4816. In one embodiment, the adjustable expander 4816b of the expander assembly 4816 includes one or more external expansion surfaces 4816ba for engaging the expandable tubular casing 4820 to radially expand and plastically deform. Including.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4800, as shown in FIG. 48d, the passages 4802a, 4804a, 4806a, 4808a, 4810a, 4812a, 4816a can be moved by continuous injection of the fluid material 4838 into the system. The pressure can be continuously applied. As a result, the casing lock assembly 4808 operates to engage the expandable tubular casing 4820 and the tension actuator assembly 4810 operates to operate the expander assembly 4816, expandable tubular sleeve 4822, and The sealing member 4824 and the float shoe 4826 are moved upward in the longitudinal direction 4840 with respect to the expandable tubular casing 4820. As a result, one end of the expandable tubular casing 4820 is radially expanded and plastically deformed by the external expansion surface 4816ba of the adjustable expander 4816d of the expander assembly 4816. Further, as a result, the radially expanded and plastically deformed one end of the tubular casing 4820 receives and couples the expandable tubular sleeve 4822 and the sealing member 4824. Further, as a result, the mounting pin 4818 is sheared. In one embodiment, one end of the expandable tubular casing 4820 is adjustable in the expander assembly 4816 until one end of the expandable tubular casing collides with the surface of one end of a shoulder 4826d of the float shoe 4826. It is radially expanded and plastically deformed by the external expansion surface 4816ba of the expansion device 4816b.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4800, as shown in FIG. 48e, the passages 4802a, 4804a, 4806a, 4808a, 4810a, 4812a, 4816a can be made by continuous injection of the fluid material 4838 into the system. The pressure can be continuously applied. As a result, the casing lock assembly 4808 and the tension actuator assembly 4810 can continue to operate in the manner described above with reference to FIG. 48d. Further, as a result, the adjustable dilator 4816b of the dilator assembly 4816 moves further upward in a longitudinal direction 4840 relative to the expandable tubular casing 4820, and the tapered external dilation surface 4816d of the dilator assembly. Moves upward relative to the expandable tubular sleeve 4822 and the sealing member 4824 moves in the longitudinal direction 4838. Further upward movement of the expandable tubular sleeve 4822, the sealing member 4824, and the float shoe 4826 may cause the expandable tubular casing 4820 and the float shoe during continuous operation of the tension actuator assembly 4810. This is prevented by the interaction between one end of the shoulder 4826d of the 4826. Further, as a result, one end of the expandable tubular casing 4820 is further radially expanded and plastically deformed by the external expansion surface 4816ba of the adjustable expander 4816b of the expander assembly 4816, and the expandable tubular sleeve 4822 is expanded. Portions 4822a and 4822b are radially expanded and plastically deformed within the expandable tubular casing by the tapered outer expansion surface 4816d of the expander assembly. As a result, the sealing member 4824 engages and fluid-tightly seals the contact surface between the expandable tubular casing 4820 and the expandable tubular sleeve 4822. Further, in one embodiment, as a result of radial expansion and plastic deformation of portions 4822a and 4822b of the expandable tubular sleeve 4822 within one end of the expandable tubular casing 4820, a fluid tight seal between the metals is obtained. It is formed between the inner surface of the expandable tubular casing and the outer surface of the expandable tubular sleeve. In one embodiment, once the portions 4822a and 4822b of the expandable tubular sleeve 4822 are fully radially expanded and plastically deformed by the tapered outer expansion surface 4816d of the expander assembly 4816, the casing lock Assembly 4808 releases the expandable tubular casing 4820.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4800, as shown in FIG. 48f, after release of the expandable tubular casing 4820 from the casing lock assembly 4808, the fluid into the passage of the system Continuous injection of material 4838 moves the adjustable expander 4816b of the expander assembly 4816 further upward in the longitudinal direction 4840 relative to the expandable tubular casing 4820. In one embodiment, during the upward movement of the adjustable expander 4816b of the expander assembly 4816 in the longitudinal direction 4840 relative to the expandable tubular casing 4820, the sealing cup assembly 4814 is configured to expand the expandable tube. The inner surface of the cylindrical casing 4820 is hermetically engaged. As a result, an annulus below and adjacent to the sealing cup assembly 4814 in the expandable tubular casing 4820 is pressurized by injection of the fluid material 4838 into the system 4800, An upward axial force is applied to the tubular support member 4812. As a result, the adjustable dilator 4816b of the dilator assembly 4816 is passed through the expandable tubular casing 4820. As a result, the expandable tubular casing 4820 is further radially expanded and plastically deformed by the external expansion surface 4816ba of the adjustable expander 4816b of the expander assembly 4816.

  In some alternative embodiments, the tension actuator assembly 4810 can be operated to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular sleeve 4822, the tension actuator assembly being connected to the expandable tubular sleeve. By operating a part of 4822 with a first stroke that radially expands and plastically deforms, the expandable tubular sleeve 4822 can be radially expanded and plastically deformed. After completing the first stroke of the tension actuator assembly 4810, the casing lock assembly 4808 is operated to release the expandable tubular casing 4820, for example, by reducing the operating pressure of the fluid material 4838. To do. The tension actuator assembly 4810 then includes the tubular support member 4802, the tubular safety sub 4804, the ball gripper assembly 4806, the casing lock assembly 4808, and the tension actuator assembly. The portion rigidly connected to one end of the casing lock assembly is reset to its initial position by moving upward relative to the expandable tubular casing 4820. The operating pressure of the fluid material 4838 increases and the tension actuator assembly 4810 then operates with a second stroke to radially expand and plastically deform a further portion of the expandable tubular sleeve 4822. In some embodiments, this process can be repeated as necessary to radially expand and plastically deform the desired portion of the expandable tubular sleeve 4822. In one embodiment, the ball gripper assembly 4806 also operates during the first stroke, reset, and / or the second stroke of the tension actuator assembly 4810, and the expandable tubular casing. One or more longitudinal movements of 4820 are limited, for example, by adjusting the operating pressure of the fluid material 4838.

  In one embodiment, the maximum outer diameter of the system 4800 is delineated by the maximum outer diameter of the expandable tubular casing 4820 while the system is disposed within the well 4828.

  In some alternative embodiments, the system 4800 includes the ball gripper assembly 4806 and / or the casing lock assembly 4808.

  In some alternative embodiments, the casing lock assembly 4808 is excluded from the system 4800. As a result, the system 4800 limits the movement of the expandable tubular casing 4820 relying solely on the ball gripper assembly 4806.

  In some embodiments of the system 4800, the operation of the ball gripper assembly 4806 and / or the casing lock assembly 4808 may be replaced or enhanced by the use of conventional hydraulic or mechanical slip. it can.

  In some embodiments of the system 4800, the expandable tubular sleeve 4822 is fabricated from a material that is particularly suitable for removal using a drilling rig, such as aluminum or brass.

  In some embodiments of the system 4800, the float shoe 4826 can include a sliding sleeve valve that controls the flow of fluid material through the float shoe. In some embodiments of the system 4800, one end of the dilator assembly 4816 is attached to a conventional stinger that controls the operation by manipulating the operation of the sliding sleeve valve.

  In some embodiments, the sealing cup assembly 4814 can be positioned above or below the casing lock assembly 4808.

  Referring to FIG. 49a, an example of a system 4900 for radially expanding a tubular member includes a tubular support member 4902 that outlines a passageway 4902a. One end of a conventional tubular safety sub 4904 that defines the passage 4904a is connected to one end of the tubular support member 4902, and the other end of the safety sub 4904 is a tubular ball gripper that defines the passage 4906a. Connected to one end of assembly 4906.

  In some embodiments, the ball gripper assembly 4906 may be a conventional device for limiting movement of a tubular member relative to another tubular member, such as one or more of the tubular members. Employ one or more separate discrete spherical elements that controllably interlock and limit directional movement. In some alternative embodiments, the ball gripper assembly 4906 can include one or more of the ball gripper assemblies disclosed in one or more of the following. (1) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36157 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.87.02) filed on November 12, 2002, (2) 2002 November PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36267 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.88.02), filed on February 12, 2003, (3) filed on February 29, 2003 PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 04837 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.95.02), (4) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) filed on September 22, 2003 ) Patent application PCT / US03 / 29859 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1102.02), (5) PCT filed on November 13, 2003 (patent Power Convention) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 14153 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.104.02), (6) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application filed on June 11, 2003 PCT / US03 / 18530 Specification (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1108.02), (7) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29858 filed on September 22, 2003 Description (Attorney Docket No. 25791.112.02), (8) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29460 filed on September 22, 2003 (Attorney Organizer) No. 25791.114.02), (9) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application PCT / US04 / 07711 filed on March 11, 2004 Details (Attorney Docket No. 25791.253.02), (10) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 009434 filed on March 26, 2004 (Attorney Docket Number) No. 25791.2600.02), (11) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010317 filed on April 2, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.270.02) No.), (12) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 0107712 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.272.02), filed on April 7, 2004, (13) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010762 filed on April 6, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 2) No. 5791.273.02), (14) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / 2004/011973 filed on April 15, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.277.02) ). These disclosures are incorporated herein by reference.

  One end of the tubular casing lock assembly 4908 defining the passage 4908a is connected to the other end of the ball gripper assembly 4908. In some embodiments, the casing lock assembly 4908 may be a conventional device for limiting the movement of the tubular member relative to another member. In some alternative embodiments, the casing lock assembly 4908 can include one or more elements of the casing lock assembly disclosed in one or more of the following. (1) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36157 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.87.02) filed on November 12, 2002, (2) 2002 November PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36267 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.88.02), filed on February 12, 2003, (3) filed on February 29, 2003 PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 04837 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.95.02), (4) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) filed on September 22, 2003 ) Patent application PCT / US03 / 29859 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1102.02), (5) PCT filed on November 13, 2003 (patent Power Convention) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 14153 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.104.02), (6) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application filed on June 11, 2003 PCT / US03 / 18530 Specification (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1108.02), (7) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29858 filed on September 22, 2003 Description (Attorney Docket No. 25791.112.02), (8) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29460 filed on September 22, 2003 (Attorney Organizer) No. 25791.114.02), (9) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application PCT / US04 / 07711 filed on March 11, 2004 Details (Attorney Docket No. 25791.253.02), (10) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 009434 filed on March 26, 2004 (Attorney Docket Number) No. 25791.2600.02), (11) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010317 filed on April 2, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.270.02) No.), (12) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 0107712 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.272.02), filed on April 7, 2004, (13) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010762 filed on April 6, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 2) No. 5791.273.02), (14) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / 2004/011973 filed on April 15, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.277.02) ). These disclosures are incorporated herein by reference.

  One end of a tubular tension actuator assembly 4910 that defines the passageway 4910a is connected to the other end of the casing lock assembly 4908. In some embodiments, the tubular tension actuator assembly 4910 may be a conventional device for moving a member relative to another member. In some alternative embodiments, the tubular tension actuator assembly 4910 can include one or more elements of a tension actuator assembly disclosed in one or more of the following. (1) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36157 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.87.02) filed on November 12, 2002, (2) 2002 November PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36267 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.88.02), filed on February 12, 2003, (3) filed on February 29, 2003 PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 04837 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.95.02), (4) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) filed on September 22, 2003 ) Patent application PCT / US03 / 29859 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1102.02), (5) PCT filed on November 13, 2003 (patent Power Convention) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 14153 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.104.02), (6) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application filed on June 11, 2003 PCT / US03 / 18530 Specification (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1108.02), (7) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29858 filed on September 22, 2003 Description (Attorney Docket No. 25791.112.02), (8) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29460 filed on September 22, 2003 (Attorney Organizer) No. 25791.114.02), (9) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application PCT / US04 / 07711 filed on March 11, 2004 Details (Attorney Docket No. 25791.253.02), (10) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 009434 filed on March 26, 2004 (Attorney Docket Number) No. 25791.2600.02), (11) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010317 filed on April 2, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.270.02) No.), (12) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 0107712 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.272.02), filed on April 7, 2004, (13) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010762 filed on April 6, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 2) No. 5791.273.02), (14) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / 2004/011973 filed on April 15, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.277.02) ). These disclosures are incorporated herein by reference.

  One end of a tubular support member 4912 that outlines the passageway 4912a and includes an outer annular recess 4912b is coupled to the other end of the tubular tension actuator assembly 4910. A sealing cup assembly 4914 is disposed and coupled within the outer annular recess 4812b of the tubular support member 4912. In some embodiments, the sealing cup assembly 4914 includes one or more conventional sealing cup assemblies and / or one or more of the following disclosed one or more sealing cup assemblies. One or more of the following may be included. (1) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36157 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.87.02) filed on November 12, 2002, (2) 2002 November PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36267 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.88.02), filed on February 12, 2003, (3) filed on February 29, 2003 PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 04837 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.95.02), (4) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) filed on September 22, 2003 ) Patent application PCT / US03 / 29859 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1102.02), (5) PCT filed on November 13, 2003 (patent Power Convention) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 14153 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.104.02), (6) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application filed on June 11, 2003 PCT / US03 / 18530 Specification (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1108.02), (7) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29858 filed on September 22, 2003 Description (Attorney Docket No. 25791.112.02), (8) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29460 filed on September 22, 2003 (Attorney Organizer) No. 25791.114.02), (9) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application PCT / US04 / 07711 filed on March 11, 2004 Details (Attorney Docket No. 25791.253.02), (10) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 009434 filed on March 26, 2004 (Attorney Docket Number) No. 25791.2600.02), (11) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010317 filed on April 2, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.270.02) No.), (12) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 0107712 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.272.02), filed on April 7, 2004, (13) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010762 filed on April 6, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 2) No. 5791.273.02), (14) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / 2004/011973 filed on April 15, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.277.02) ). These disclosures are incorporated herein by reference.

  The dilator assembly 4916 outlines the passage 4916a and mounting hole 4916aa and includes an adjustable dilator 4916b at one end, an outer annular recess 4916c, a tapered outer extension surface 4916d, an inner annular recess 4916e, and the like. One end of the dilator assembly 4816 is connected to the other end of the tubular support member 4912, including a plurality of spaced apart teeth 4916f at one end of the circumference. . In some embodiments, the adjustable dilator 4916b may include a tapered outer dilation surface that is adjustable in shape, size, and / or position. , Baker Hughes, Halliburton, Schlumberger, Weatherford, and / or Evento Global Technology, L .; L. C. And / or one or more of the elements of an expansion device previously commercially available by Baker Hughes, Halliburton, Schlumberger, Weatherford, and / or the Environment Global Technology, L .; L. C. Or one or more of the elements of published patent applications. In some embodiments, the adjustable expansion device 4916b can include one or more elements of the adjustable expansion device disclosed in one or more of the following. (1) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36157 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.87.02) filed on November 12, 2002, (2) 2002 November PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US02 / 36267 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.88.02), filed on February 12, 2003, (3) filed on February 29, 2003 PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 04837 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.95.02), (4) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) filed on September 22, 2003 ) Patent application PCT / US03 / 29859 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1102.02), (5) PCT filed on November 13, 2003 (patent Power Convention) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 14153 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.104.02), (6) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application filed on June 11, 2003 PCT / US03 / 18530 Specification (Attorney Docket No. 25791.1108.02), (7) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29858 filed on September 22, 2003 Description (Attorney Docket No. 25791.112.02), (8) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US03 / 29460 filed on September 22, 2003 (Attorney Organizer) No. 25791.114.02), (9) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) patent application PCT / US04 / 07711 filed on March 11, 2004 Details (Attorney Docket No. 25791.253.02), (10) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 009434 filed on March 26, 2004 (Attorney Docket Number) No. 25791.2600.02), (11) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010317 filed on April 2, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.270.02) No.), (12) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 0107712 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.272.02), filed on April 7, 2004, (13) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / US2004 / 010762 filed on April 6, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 2) No. 5791.273.02), (14) PCT (Patent Cooperation Treaty) Patent Application No. PCT / 2004/011973 filed on April 15, 2004 (Attorney Docket No. 25791.277.02) ). These disclosures are incorporated herein by reference.

  One end of the mounting pin 4918 is received and coupled into the mounting hole 4916aa of the dilator assembly 4916, and the other mounting pin is received within a mounting hole 4920a that is contoured within the expandable tubular casing 4920. The expandable tubular casing includes the tubular support member 4902, the tubular safety sub 4904, the tubular ball gripper assembly 4906, the tubular casing lock assembly 4908, and the tubular tension. Actuator assembly 4910, tubular support member 4912, sealing cup assembly 4914, and one end of dilator assembly 4916 are received.

  In one embodiment, the expandable tubular casing 4920 is provided, which includes one or more of the properties of the expandable tubular described above with reference to FIGS. In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4900, the mounting pin 4918 allows torque to be conducted between the expandable tubular casing 4920 and the expander assembly 4816. In one embodiment, the torque pin 4918 is made from a drillable material, such as brass or aluminum. In one embodiment, the sealing cup assembly 4914 is for sealingly engaging the inner surface of the expandable tubular casing 4920 during operation of the system 4900.

  One end of the slotted tubular sleeve 4921 that includes one end of the expander assembly 4916, including the adjustable expansion device 4916b, is connected to one end of the expandable tubular casing 4920, and the other end of the slotted tubular sleeve. One end includes a tapered end surface 4921a. In some embodiments, the slotted tubular sleeve 4921 includes one or more punched holes, and the punched holes can include, for example, slots, circular holes, or other punched holes.

  The expandable tubular sleeve 4922 is spaced from the tapered outer annular recess with a first end 4922a that includes a tapered outer annular recess 4922aa that mates with a tapered end face 4922a of the slotted tubular sleeve 4921. The expandable tubular sleeve 4922 includes an outer annular recess 4916c of the dilator assembly 4916 that includes an outer annular recess 4922ab, a middle portion 4922b, and a second end 4922c having an internal threaded connection 4922d. Combined and accepted. In one embodiment, the wall thickness of the first end 4922a of the expandable tubular sleeve 4922 is greater than the wall thickness of the second end 4922c of the expandable tubular sleeve, and is intermediate the expandable tubular sleeve. The wall thickness of the portion 4922b is tapered. In one embodiment, an intermediate portion 4922b of the expandable tubular sleeve 4922 couples and receives a tapered outer surface 4916d of the dilator assembly 4916. In one embodiment, an expandable tubular sleeve 4922 is provided that includes one or more of the properties of the expandable tubular described above with reference to FIGS. 1-46j.

  A sealing member 4924 is received and coupled to the outer annular recess 4922ab at the first end 4922a of the expandable tubular sleeve 4922. In one embodiment, the outer diameter of both the intermediate portion 4922b and the second end 4922c of the tubular sleeve 4922 is less than or equal to the maximum outer diameter of the expandable tubular casing 4920. In one embodiment, the outer diameter of the sealing member 4924 is less than or equal to the maximum outer diameter of the tubular casing 4920.

  Float shoe 4926 defines an outer passage 4926a having a throat 4926aa and passage 4926b and is received and coupled to an inner annular recess 4916e at one end of the dilator assembly 4916, and an outer annular recess 4926c at one end. A circle at one end for engaging a plurality of circumferentially spaced shoulders 4926d and a plurality of spaced apart teeth 4916f around the circumference of the dilator assembly 4916. A plurality of spaced apart teeth 4926e and a conventional float element 4926f, the float shoe 4926 being received and coupled within an internal threaded connection 4922d at one end of the expandable tubular sleeve 4922 And concatenated. In one embodiment, the outer diameter of the shoulder 4926d spaced apart by the float shoe 4926 is greater than the outer diameter of both the expandable tubular casing 4920 and the expandable tubular sleeve 4922. In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4900, teeth 4926e spaced around the circumference of the float shoe 4926 and teeth 4916f spaced around the circumference of the dilator assembly 4916. Interaction between them makes it possible to conduct torque loads between them. In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4900, the circumferentially spaced shoulders 4926d are further contoured with an axial flow path spaced circumferentially between the shoulders. Determine.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4900, the system is placed in a well 4928 across the formation 4930, as FIG. 49a shows. In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4900, the slotted tubular sleeve 4921 prevents debris in the well 4928 from damaging the adjustable dilator 4916b of the dilator assembly 4916. A curable fluid material 4932, such as cement, can then be injected into the system 4900 through the passages 4902a, 4904a, 4906a, 4908a, 4910a, 4912a, 4916a, 4926a. The fluid material 4932 is then carried past the float element 4926f of the float shoe 4926 and through the passage 4926b to the annulus 4934 between the system 4900 and the inner surface of the well 4928. It becomes possible to be. The fluid material 4934 in the annulus 4932 can then be at least partially cured.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4900, a conventional plug 4936 is then placed in the throat 4926aa of the passage 4926a of the float shoe 4926, as FIG. This is accomplished by injecting fluid material 4938 through the passages 4902a, 4904a, 4906a, 4908a, 4910a, 4912a, 4916a into the system 4900. As a result, the passage 4926a of the float shoe 4926 is blocked, allowing the passages 4902a, 4904a, 4906a, 4908a, 4910a, 4912a, 4916a to be pressurized by continuous injection of the fluid material 4938.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4900, as shown in FIG. 49c, the passages 4902a, 4904a, 4906a, 4908a, 4910a, 4912a, 4916a are made by continuous infusion of the fluid material 4938 into the system. Can be pressurized. As a result, the casing lock assembly 4908 operates to engage the outer diameter of the expandable tubular casing 4920 and the adjustable dilator 4916b of the dilator assembly 4916. As a result, the portion of the slotted tubular sleeve 4921 that receives the adjustable expansion device 4916b is radially expanded and plastically deformed. In one embodiment, the adjustable expansion device 4916b of the expansion device assembly 4916 includes 1 for engaging the slotted tubular sleeve 4921 and the expandable tubular casing 4920 for radial expansion and plastic deformation. Alternatively, it includes an additional external extension surface 4916ba.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4900, as shown in FIG. 49d, the passages 4902a, 4904a, 4906a, 4908a, 4910a, 4912a, 4916a can be moved by continuous infusion of the fluid material 4938 into the system. , Can be continuously pressurized. As a result, the casing lock assembly 4908 operates to engage the expandable tubular casing 4920 and the tension actuator assembly 4910 operates to expand the expander assembly 4916 and the expandable tubular sleeve. 4922, sealing member 4924, and float shoe 4926 are moved upward in the longitudinal direction 4940 with respect to the expandable tubular casing 4920 and the slotted tubular sleeve 4921. As a result, one end of the slotted tubular sleeve 4921 and the expandable tubular casing 4920 is radially expanded and plastically deformed by the external expansion surface 4816ba of the adjustable expander 4816d of the expander assembly 4816. Further, as a result, the slotted tubular sleeve 4921 engages the tapered end face of the shoulder 4926d of the float shoe 4926, thereby being further radially expanded and plastically deformed. Further, as a result, the radially expanded and plastically deformed end of the tubular casing 4920 receives and couples the expandable tubular sleeve 4922 and the sealing member 4924. Further, as a result, the mounting pin 4918 is sheared. In one embodiment, one end of the expandable tubular casing 4920 is an adjustable extension of the expander assembly 4916 until one end of the expandable tubular casing collides with the end face of a shoulder 4926d of the float shoe 4926. It is radially expanded and plastically deformed by the external expansion surface 4916ba of device 4916b.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4900, the passages 4902a, 4904a, 4906a, 4908a, 4910a, 4912a, 4916a are made by continuous infusion of the fluid material 4938 into the system, as FIG. 49e shows. , Can be continuously pressurized. As a result, the casing lock assembly 4908 and the tension actuator assembly 4910 can continue to operate in the manner described above with reference to FIG. 49d. Further, as a result, the adjustable expander 4916b of the expander assembly 4916 moves further upward in the longitudinal direction 4940 relative to the expandable tubular casing 4920, and the tapered outer expansion surface 4916d of the expander assembly. Moves upward relative to the expandable tubular sleeve 4922 and the sealing member 4924 moves in the longitudinal direction 4938. Further upward movement of the expandable tubular sleeve 4922, the sealing member 4924, and the float shoe 4926 may cause the expandable tubular casing 4920 and the float to move during continued operation of the tension actuator assembly 4910. The interaction between the end surface of the shoulder 4926d of the shoe 4926 is prevented. Further, as a result, one end of the expandable tubular casing 4920 is further radially expanded and plastically deformed by the external expansion surface 4916ba of the adjustable expander 4916b of the expander assembly 4916, and the expandable tubular sleeve 4922. Portions 4922a and 4922b are radially expanded and plastically deformed within the expandable tubular casing by the tapered outer expansion surface 4916d of the expander assembly. As a result, the sealing member 4924 engages the contact surface between the expandable tubular casing 4920 and the expandable tubular sleeve 4922 to provide a fluid tight seal. Further, in one embodiment, as a result of radial expansion and plastic deformation of portions 4922a and 4922b of the expandable tubular sleeve 4922 within one end of the expandable tubular casing 4920, a fluid tight seal between the metals is obtained. It is formed between the inner surface of the expandable tubular casing and the outer surface of the expandable tubular sleeve. In one embodiment, once the portions 4922a and 4922b of the expandable tubular sleeve 4922 are fully radially expanded and plastically deformed by the tapered outer expansion surface 4916d of the expander assembly 4916, the casing lock Assembly 4908 releases the expandable tubular casing 4920.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 4900, as shown in FIG. 49f, after release of the expandable tubular casing 4920 from the casing lock assembly 4920, the fluid material into the passage of the system The continuous infusion of 4938 moves the adjustable dilator 4916b of the dilator assembly 4916 further upward in the longitudinal direction 4940 relative to the expandable tubular casing 4920. In one embodiment, during the upward movement of the adjustable expander 4916b of the expander assembly 4916 relative to the expandable tubular casing 4920 in the longitudinal direction 4940, the sealing cup assembly 4914 is expanded. The inner surface of the flexible tubular casing 4920 is hermetically engaged. As a result, the annulus below and adjacent to the sealing cup assembly 4914 in the expandable tubular casing 4920 is pressurized by injection of the fluid material 4938 into the system 4900, An upward axial force is applied to the tubular support member 4912. As a result, the adjustable dilator 4916b of the dilator assembly 4916 is pulled through the expandable tubular casing 4920. As a result, the expandable tubular casing 4920 is further radially expanded and plastically deformed by the external expansion surface 4916ba of the adjustable expansion device 4916b of the expansion device assembly 4916.

  In some alternative embodiments, the tension actuator assembly 4910 can be operated to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular sleeve 4922, wherein the tension actuator assembly is connected to the expandable tubular shape. The expandable tubular sleeve 4922 can be radially expanded and plastically deformed by operating a portion of the sleeve 4922 with a first stroke that radially expands and plastically deforms. After completing the first stroke of the tension actuator assembly 4910, the casing lock assembly 4908 is operated to release the expandable tubular casing 4920, for example, by reducing the operating pressure of the fluid material 4938. To do. The tension actuator assembly 4910 then includes the tubular support member 4902, the tubular safety sub 4904, the ball gripper assembly 4906, the casing lock assembly 4908, and the tension actuator assembly. The portion of the casing lock assembly that is rigidly connected to the one end is reset to its initial position by moving upward relative to the expandable tubular casing 4920. The operating pressure of the fluid material 4938 increases and the tension actuator assembly 4910 then operates with a second stroke to radially expand and plastically deform more portions of the expandable tubular sleeve 4922. . In some embodiments, this process can be repeated as necessary to radially expand and plastically deform the desired portion of the expandable tubular sleeve 4922. In one embodiment, the ball gripper assembly 4906 also operates during the first stroke, reset, and / or the second stroke of the tension actuator assembly 4910, and the expandable tubular casing. One or more longitudinal movements of 4920 are limited, for example, by adjusting the operating pressure of the fluid material 4938.

  In one embodiment, the maximum outer diameter of the system 4900 is delineated by the maximum outer diameter of the expandable tubular casing 4920 while the system is disposed within the well 4928.

  In some alternative embodiments, the system 4900 includes the ball gripper assembly 4906 and / or the casing lock assembly 4908.

  In some alternative embodiments, the casing lock assembly 4908 is excluded from the system 4900. As a result, the system 4900 limits the movement of the expandable tubular casing 4920 relying solely on the ball gripper assembly 4906.

  In some embodiments of the system 4900, the operation of the ball gripper assembly 4906 and / or the casing lock assembly 4908 may be replaced or enhanced by the use of conventional hydraulic or mechanical slip. it can.

  In some embodiments of the system 4900, the expandable tubular sleeve 4922 is manufactured from a material that is particularly suitable for removal using a drilling device, such as, for example, aluminum or brass.

  In some embodiments of the system 4900, the float shoe 4926 can include a sliding sleeve valve that controls the flow of fluid material through the float shoe. In some embodiments of the system 4900, a conventional stinger is attached to the one end of the dilator assembly 4916 that controls the operation by manipulating the operation of the sliding sleeve valve. .

  In some embodiments, the sealing cup assembly 4914 can be positioned above or below the casing lock assembly 4908.

  Referring to FIGS. 50a, 50aa, 50ab, one embodiment of a system 5000 for radially expanding a tubular member includes a tubular support member 5002 that defines a passage 5002a and one or more radial openings. Part 5002b, one or more mounting holes 5002c, and an inner annular recess 5002d, an inner annular recess 5002e, and an inner annular recess 5002f. The tubular support member 5004 defines the outline of the passage 5004a, the attachment hole 5004b, the radial passage 5004c, the radial passage 5004d, the radial passage 5004e, and the attachment hole 5004f, and the outer annular recess 5004g. An outer annular recess 5004h, an outer annular recess 5004i including a spline 5004j spaced apart on the outer circumference, an outer screw connection 5004k, an outer screw connection 50041, an outer flange 5004m, and a circumferential spacing. It includes a tapered outer flange 5004n including a spaced T-shaped slot 5004o and an outer flange 5004p at the other end including teeth 5004q spaced circumferentially. One end of the tubular support member 5004 is connected to the tubular support member 50. It binds received within the second internal annular recess 5002D. In one embodiment, the tapered outer flange 5004h of the tubular support member 5004 includes a plurality of facets 5004na.

  The locking dog including flanges 5006a and 5006b spaced apart therein, external locking teeth 5006c, and spring arms 5006d and 5006e for biasing the locking dog radially inward 5006 is received and coupled into the corresponding radial opening 5002b of the tubular support member 5002. Tubular locking dog retainer sleeve 5008 includes externally spaced flanges 5008a and 5008b, said flanges 5008a and 5008b being respectively spaced apart flanges of said locking dog 5006. Located on the opposite side of 5006a and 5006b, the tubular locking dog retainer sleeve 5008 receives and joins one end of the tubular support member 5004.

  The expandable tubular member 5010 includes internal teeth 5010a for engaging the locking dog's external locking teeth 5006c and an upset portion 5010b having a locally shortened inner diameter and the other adjacent end. The expandable tubular member 5010 receives and joins the tubular support member 5002. In some embodiments, the tubular member 5010 is provided, and the member includes one or more of the properties of the expandable tubular described above with reference to FIGS. One end of an expansion sleeve 5012 that includes an internal screw connection 5012a at one end is coupled to the other end of the expandable tubular member 5010. In some embodiments, the expansion sleeve 5012 is manufactured from aluminum and / or brass and / or one or both alloys thereof and / or described above with reference to FIGS. Includes one or more of the characteristics of expandable tubular.

  One end of the emergency release tubular sleeve 5014 that defines the radial passage 5014a and includes an inner annular recess 5014b that couples to the tubular support member 5004 receives and couples to the outer annular recess 5004g of the tubular support member 5004 To do. The damaged plate 5016 is arranged and connected in the mounting hole 5004b of the tubular support member 5004.

  Tubular load transfer sleeve 5018 defines mounting hole 5018a and couples with outer flange 5018b and an outer spline 5004j of tubular support member 5004 at the other end spaced circumferentially. And an inner flange 5018c including an inner spline 5018d, and one end of the tubular load transmitting sleeve 5018 is coupled and connected to an inner annular recess 5002f at one end of the tubular support member 5002. A mounting pin 5020 is received and connected in the mounting hole 5002c of the tubular support member 5002 and in the mounting hole 5018a of the sleeve 5018, and conducts torque therebetween.

  The upper tubular sealing cup retainer 5022 engages the internal screw connection 5022a connected to the external screw connection 5004k of the tubular support member 5004, the inclined end surface 5022b, and the inner surface of the expandable tubular member 5010. A tapered outer flange 5022c at the other end, and the upper tubular sealing cup retainer 5022 is disposed proximate to the end surface of the outer spline 5004j of the tubular support member 5004.

  The float shoe 5024 defines the outline of a passage 5024a having a throat 5024aa and a passage 5014b, and engages an outer annular recess 5024c and a tooth 5004q spaced from the circumference of the tubular support member 5004. To include circumferentially spaced teeth 5024d, an external thread connection 5024e coupled to an internal thread connection at the one end of the expansion sleeve 5012, and a conventional float element 5024f. A lower tubular sealing cup retainer 5026 that outlines a plurality of internal longitudinal passages 5026a spaced circumferentially includes an internal screw connection 5026b coupled to an external screw connection 50041 of the tubular support member 5004. including.

  A lower tubular cup seal support 5028 that receives, couples and couples the tubular support member 5004 is disposed proximate to the lower tubular sealing cup retainer 5026. A lower cup seal 5030 that receives, couples and couples the tubular support member 5004 and sealingly engages the inner surface of the expandable tubular member 5010 is located proximate to the lower tubular sealing cup retainer 5026. Is done. A lower cup seal support 5032 that receives, couples and couples the tubular support member 5004 receives and couples the lower cup seal 5030. A lower back-up cup seal 5034 that receives, joins and connects the tubular support member 5004 and sealingly engages the inner surface of the expandable tubular member 5010 includes the lower cup seal 5030 and the lower cup seal. Accept and join support 5032 A lower tubular cup seal support 5036 that receives, couples and couples the tubular support member 5004 is positioned proximate to the lower backup cup seal 5034 to couple and support it.

  An upper tubular cup seal support 5038 that receives, couples and couples the tubular support member 5004 is disposed proximate to the lower tubular cup seal support 5036. An upper cup seal 5040 that receives, joins and connects the tubular support member 5004 and sealingly engages the inner surface of the expandable tubular member 5010 is located proximate to the upper tubular cup seal support 5038. Is done. Upper cup seal support 5042 for receiving, coupling and coupling the tubular support member 5004 receives, couples and supports the upper cup seal 5040. Upper backup cup seal 5044 that receives, joins and connects the tubular support member 5004 and sealingly engages the inner surface of the expandable tubular member 5010 includes the upper cup seal 5040 and the upper cup seal. Accept and combine support 5042

  Tubular expansion cone retainer 5046 defines a circumferentially spaced interior passage 5046a that is spaced about the lower tubular sealing cup retainer 5026 circumference. The inner longitudinal passage 5026a, the inner longitudinal passage 5046a spaced around the circumference, and the radial T-groove 5046b spaced around the circumference, fluidly connected and tapered at one end. Shoulder 4646c, and an inner annular recess 5046d for receiving and connecting the outer flange 5004m of the tubular support member 5004. The damaged plate 5048 is arranged and connected in the mounting hole 5004f of the tubular support member 5004.

  The circumferentially spaced expansion cone segments 5050 are slidably received and joined to corresponding T-shaped grooves 5046b in the tubular expansion cone retainer 5046; And a T-shaped attachment element 5050b that is slidably received and coupled to the corresponding T-shaped slot 5004o of the tubular support member 5004. In one embodiment, each expanded cone segment 5050 is mounted on a corresponding facet of a tapered flange 5004n of the tubular support member 5004. In one embodiment, the expansion cone segment 5050 delineates an essentially adjacent outer expansion surface when it is finally moved to a radially outer position.

  In one embodiment, the tubular support member 5004, the tubular expanded cone retainer 5046, and the expanded cone segment 5050 together provide an adjustable expansion device 5052. In some embodiments, the adjustable expansion device 5052 that provides an expansion surface with an adjustable radial range is one or more of the adjustable expansion devices disclosed in WIPO International Publication No. WO 03 / 023178A2. Including the above elements, the disclosure of the International Publication is incorporated herein by reference.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 5000, the system is placed in a well 5054 across the formation 5056, as shown in FIGS. 50a, 50aa, 50ab. A curable fluid material 5058, such as cement, can then be injected into the system 5000 through the passages 5002a, 5004a, 5024a. The fluid material 5058 is then carried past the float element 5024f of the float shoe 5024 and through the passage 5024b to the annulus 5060 between the system 5000 and the inner surface of the well 5054. It becomes possible to be. The fluid material 5058 in the annulus 5060 can then be at least partially cured.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 5000, a conventional plug 5062 is then placed in the throat 5024aa of the passage 5064a of the float shoe 5024, as FIG. This is done by injecting fluid material 5064 into the system 5000 through the passages 5002a, 5004a, 5024a. As a result, the passage 5024a of the float shoe 5024 is blocked, allowing the passages 5002a and 5004a to be pressurized by continuous injection of the fluid material 5064.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 5000, the passages 5002a and 5002b can be pressurized by continuous injection of the fluid material 5064 into the system, as shown in FIGS. 50c, 50ca, 50cb. As a result, when the damaged plate 5048 is ruptured, the pressurized fluid material 5064 passes through the radial passage 5004f of the tubular support member 5004, and the tubular support member 5004 and the tubular expanded cone. It can be transported to an annulus that is contoured with body retainer 5046. As a result, the expanded cone segment 5050 is moved in the longitudinal direction 5066. As a result, the expansion cone segment 5050 is slidably mounted to move over the T-shaped slot 5004o of the tapered outer flange 5004n of the tubular support member 5004, so that the expansion cone segment 5050 is also external. In the radial direction, the expanded cone segment 5050 engages the expanded sleeve 5012 to radially expand and plastically deform. In one embodiment, the outward radial movement of the expanded cone segment 5050 causes the expandable tubular member 5010 to radially expand and plastically deform. In this way, the size of the adjustable expansion device 5052 is increased.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 5000, as shown in FIG. 50d, the passages 5002a and 5002b can be continuously pressurized by continuous infusion of the fluid material 5064 into the system. As a result, pressure is passed through the radial passage 5004f of the tubular support member 5004 and carried to the annulus that is delineated between the tubular support member 5004 and the tubular expanded cone retainer 5046. The fluid material 5064 pressurizes the annulus defined by the tubular support member 5004 and the expandable tubular member 5010 below the lower cup seal 5030. As a result, pressurized fluid material 5064 in an annulus delineated by the tubular support member 5004 and the expandable tubular member 5010 under the lower cup seal 5030 is the tubular shape. A vertical force in the direction 5068 is applied to the support member 5004. As a result, the tubular support member 5004, the tubular sleeve 5014, and the locking dog retainer sleeve 5008 move in a direction 5068 relative to the tubular support member 5002 and the locking dog 5006. To release the flanges 5006a and 5006b of the locking dog 5006 from engagement with the flanges 5008a and 5008b of the locking dog retainer sleeve 5008. As a result, the spring arms 5006d and 5006e of the locking dog 5006 move the locking dog radially inward and release from the locked engagement with the expandable tubular member 5010. In this manner, the tubular support member 5004 is pulled in the direction 5068 relative to the expandable tubular member 5010 by the lower cup seal 5030. Further, in this method, more portions of the expandable tubular member 5010 are radially expanded and plastically deformed by the adjustable expansion device 5052.

  In one embodiment, during operation of the system 5000, as shown in FIG. 50e, the passageways 5002a and 5002b can be continuously pressurized by continuous infusion of the fluid material 5064 into the system. As a result, pressure is passed through the radial passage 5004f of the tubular support member 5004 and carried to the annulus defined by the tubular support member 5004 and the tubular expanded cone retainer 5046. The fluid material 5064 continuously pressurizes the annulus defined by the tubular support member 5004 and the expandable tubular member 5010 below the lower cup seal 5030. As a result, pressurized fluid material 5064 in an annulus delineated by the tubular support member 5004 and the expandable tubular member 5010 under the lower cup seal 5030 is the tubular shape. A longitudinal force in the direction 5068 is continuously applied to the support member 5004. As a result, the tubular support member 5004 and the adjustable dilator 5052 move in the direction 5068 relative to the expandable tubular member 5010, thereby radially expanding and plastically deforming the expandable tubular member.

  In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 50f, the expandable tubular member 5010 is disengaged from the locking dog 5006 after placement of the plug 5062 in the throat 5024aa of the passage 5024a of the float shoe 5024. can do. Specifically, after placement of the plug 5062 in the throat 5024aa of the passage 5024a of the float shoe 5024, the operating pressure of the injected fluid material 5064 may be increased sufficiently to rupture the damaged plate 5016. The fluid material can be transported through the passageway 5004b to an annulus defined between the tubular support member 5004 and the emergency release tubular sleeve 5014. As a result, the emergency release tubular sleeve 5014 moves in the direction 5070 relative to the tubular support member 5004. As a result, the locking dog retainer 5008 moves in a direction 5070 with respect to the locking dog 5006, thereby causing the locking dog 5006 flanges 5006a and 5006b to move away from the locking dog retainer sleeve 5008 flange. Release from engagement with 5008a and 5008b. As a result, the spring arms 5006d and 5006e of the locking dog 5006 move the locking dog radially inward to disengage from the locking engagement with the expandable tubular member 5010. In this manner, the expandable tubular member 5010 can be controllably released from engagement with the locking dog 5006.

  In some embodiments, the tubular support member 5002 includes one or more elements of a conventional safety sub.

  In some embodiments, the tubular support member 5002, the tubular support member 5004, the locking dog 5006, and the locking dog retainer sleeve 5008 are attached to the tubular support member 5002. A locking assembly for controllably locking the expandable tubular member 5010 is provided. In some embodiments, a conventional casing locking tool can be used in place of or in addition to the locking assembly.

  In some embodiments, the lower tubular cup seal support 5028, the lower cup seal 5030, the lower cup seal support 5032, the lower backup cup seal 5034, and the lower tube Cup-shaped cup seal support 5036, upper tube-shaped cup seal support 5038, upper cup seal 5040, upper cup seal support 5042, and upper backup cup seal 5044, A sealing assembly is provided for sealing a contact surface between the tubular support member 5004 and the expandable tubular member 5010. In this method, an annular zone between the tubular support member 5004 and the expandable tubular member 5010 is defined below the sealing assembly, and the sealing zone is pressurized by pressurizing the annular zone. The assembly can apply upward tension to the tubular support member 5004. In this method, the tubular support member 5004 can be pulled upward out of the expandable tubular member 5010. Further, in this method, the adjustable dilator 5052 can be pulled upward through the expandable tubular member 5010, thereby allowing the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform.

  In some embodiments, the adjustable expansion device 5052 is used to expand a portion of the expandable tubular member 5010 and / or the adjustable sleeve 5012 to fix or adjust the size. A device can be used to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular member and / or the remaining portion of the expandable sleeve.

  In some embodiments, the expandable sleeve 5012 is manufactured from a drillable material such as aluminum or copper and is connected to the end of the expandable tubular member 5010 by an amorphous bond. In one embodiment, the amount of force required to radially expand the expandable sleeve 5012 is significantly less than the amount of force required to radially expand the expandable tubular member 5010. In one embodiment, after completion of the operation described above with reference to FIGS. 50a-50e, if there is an unexpanded portion of the expandable sleeve 5012, it can be removed, for example, by excavation.

  In one embodiment, the float element 5024f of the float shoe 5024 is manufactured from a digable material such as aluminum, brass, composite material, and / or concrete and can be removed later. In one embodiment, the float shoe 5024 includes a pressure equalizing slide sleeve valve or other equivalent valve so that before or after the plug 5062 is placed in the throat 5024aa of the float shoe passage 5024a, The passage of fluid material through the float shoe can be controlled. In this manner, the curable fluid sealing material 5058 can be injected into the annulus 5060 at any time during operation of the system 5000.

  In one alternative embodiment, the locking assembly can be disengaged from the expandable tubular member 5010 prior to increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device 5052.

  In one embodiment, the adjustable dilator 5052 includes an operating stringer that controls the operation of the float shoe 5024.

  In some embodiments, after completion of the operations described above with reference to FIGS. 50a-50c, the tubular support members 5002 and 5004 and the adjustable expansion device 5052 can be combined with the expandable tubular member 5010 and the expandable sleeve. By being lowered with respect to 5012, more parts of the expandable sleeve 5012 are radially expanded and plastically deformed. The adjustable dilator 5052 then moves upward relative to the expandable tubular member as described above in conjunction with FIGS. 50d and 50e.

  In some embodiments, after completion of the operations described above with reference to FIGS. 50a-50e, the tubular support members 5002 and 5004 and the adjustable dilator 5052 may include the expandable tubular member 5010 and the expandable member. By being lowered downward with respect to the sleeve 5012, a larger portion of the expandable sleeve 5012 is radially expanded and plastically deformed.

  In some embodiments, the operation of FIGS. 50a-50e can be repeated by overlapping a second expandable tubular member with expandable tubular member 5010. FIG. In this method, it is possible to provide a well casing including a plurality of well casings that are radially expanded and stacked so as to have a constant inner diameter.

The method of forming the tubular liner in an existing structure includes the steps of disposing the tubular assembly in the existing structure, and radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular assembly. Prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the tubular assembly, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a lower yield point than another portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has an inner diameter that is greater than another portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the method further includes placing another tubular assembly within the existing structure in a superimposed relationship with the tubular assembly; and placing the tubular assembly radially within the existing structure. Expanding and plastically deforming, and prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the tubular assembly, a predetermined portion of another tubular assembly has a lower yield than another portion of another tubular assembly. Has a point. In one embodiment, the inner diameter of the radially expanded and plastically deformed other portion of the tubular assembly is equal to the inner diameter of the radially expanded and plastically deformed another portion of the other tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes one end of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a plurality of predetermined portions of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a plurality of predetermined portions spaced apart from the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, another portion of the tubular assembly includes one end of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, another portion of the tubular assembly includes a plurality of other portions of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, another portion of the tubular assembly includes a plurality of separate portions spaced apart from the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the tubular assembly includes a plurality of tubular members connected to each other by corresponding tubular connectors. In one embodiment, the tubular coupler includes a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly, and the tubular member includes another portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, one or more of the tubular couplers includes a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, one or more of the tubular members includes a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly defines one or more openings. In one embodiment, one or more of the openings includes a slot. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than one. In one embodiment, the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 1, and the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a first steel alloy having 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, 0.01% P and 0 S. 0.002%, Si 0.24%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.02%. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point is at least about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is that of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is about 40% higher than the yield point. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a second steel alloy, with 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, 0.017% P, 0.1% S. 004%, Si 0.29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.03%. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point is at least about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is that of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. At least about 28% higher than the yield point. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a third steel alloy, with 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, 0.006% P, 0.00% S. 003%, Si 0.30%, Cu 0.16%, Ni 0.05%, Cr 0.05%. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a fourth steel alloy, with 0.02% C, 1.31% Mn, 0.02% P, 0.0% S. A steel alloy containing 001%, Si 0.45%, Ni 9.1% and Cr 18.7% is included. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point is at least about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is that of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is about 40% higher than the yield point. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a minimum of about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point is at least about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is that of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. At least about 28% higher than the yield point. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.04-1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is between about 47.6 and about 61.7 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the extensibility factor of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the scalability factor of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than the scalability factor of another portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the tubular assembly includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support. In one embodiment, the carbon content of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is 0.12% or less, and the carbon equivalent value of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is less than 0.21. is there. In one embodiment, the carbon content of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12%, and the carbon equivalent value of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is less than 0.36. In one embodiment, the yield point of the inner tubular portion of at least a portion of the tubular assembly is lower than the yield point of the outer tubular portion of the portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies nonlinearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body varies as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body varies non-linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body is It varies as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body Is linearly varying as a function of the radial position within the tube. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body Is non-linearly varying as a function of radial position within the tube. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body varies nonlinearly as a function of the radial position in the tube body, and the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body Is linearly varying as a function of the radial position within the tube. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body varies nonlinearly as a function of the radial position in the tube body, and the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body Is non-linearly varying as a function of radial position within the tube. In one embodiment, the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body is different from the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body. In one embodiment, the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body is different from the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body. In one embodiment, prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, at least a portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure having a hard phase structure and a soft phase structure. In one embodiment, prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, at least a portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure with a transition phase structure. In one embodiment, the hard phase structure has martensite. In one embodiment, the soft phase structure comprises ferrite. In one embodiment, the transition phase structure has residual austenite. In one embodiment, the hard phase structure has martensite, the soft phase structure has ferrite, and the transition phase structure has residual austenite. In one embodiment, the portion of the tubular assembly having a microstructure having a hard phase structure and a soft phase structure comprises about 0.1% C and about 1.2% Mn by weight percentage. And about 0.3% Si.

  An expandable tubular member containing a steel alloy has been described above, but this steel alloy has 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, 0.01% P, 0.002% S and 0 Si. .24%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01%, Cr 0.02%. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular member is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi before radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the tubular member is at a minimum after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. About 65.9 ksi. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular member after radial expansion and plastic deformation is at least about 40% higher than the yield point of the tubular member before radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the tubular member is about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  An expandable tubular member containing a steel alloy has been described above, but this steel alloy has 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, 0.017% P, 0.004% S and 0 Si. .29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.03%. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular member is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi before radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the tubular member is at a minimum after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. About 74.4 ksi. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular member after radial expansion and plastic deformation is at least about 28% higher than the yield point of the tubular member before radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the tubular member is about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  The expandable tubular member containing a steel alloy has been described above, but this steel alloy has C of 0.08%, Mn of 0.82%, P of 0.006%, S of 0.003% and Si of 0. .30%, Cu 0.16%, Ni 0.05%, Cr 0.05%. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the tubular member is about 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  Although the expandable tubular member containing a steel alloy has been described above, this steel alloy has C of 0.02%, Mn of 1.31%, P of 0.02%, S of 0.001% and Si of 0. Steel alloy containing .45%, Ni 9.1% and Cr 18.7%. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the tubular member is about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  In the aforementioned expandable tubular member, the yield point of the expandable tubular member is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi before radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the expandable tubular member is the radial expansion. And at least 65.9 ksi after plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  In the aforementioned expandable tubular member, the yield point of the expandable tubular member after radial expansion and plastic deformation is at least about the yield point of the expandable tubular member before radial expansion and plastic deformation. 40% higher. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  In the expandable tubular member described above, the anisotropy of the expandable tubular member is at least about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  In the aforementioned expandable tubular member, the yield point of the expandable tubular member is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi before the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the expandable tubular member is the diameter. A minimum of 74.4 ksi after directional expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  In the aforementioned expandable tubular member, the yield point of the expandable tubular member after radial expansion and plastic deformation is at least about the yield point of the expandable tubular member before radial expansion and plastic deformation. 28% higher. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  In the expandable tubular member described above, the anisotropy of the expandable tubular member is at least about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  In the expandable tubular member described above, the anisotropy of the expandable tubular member is at least about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  In the expandable tubular member described above, the anisotropy of the expandable tubular member is at least about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  In the expandable tubular member described above, the anisotropy of the expandable tubular member is about 1.04 to about 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  In the expandable tubular member described above, the yield point of the expandable tubular member is about 47.6 ksi to about 61.7 ksi before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  In the expandable tubular member described above, the expandability coefficient of the expandable tubular member is greater than 0.12 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  In the expandable tubular member described above, the expandability coefficient of the expandable tubular member is greater than the expandability coefficient of another portion of the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  In the expandable tubular member described above, the tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point than those after the radial expansion and plastic deformation before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  A method of radially expanding and plastically deforming a tubular assembly including a first tubular member connected to the second tubular member described above is a method of radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular assembly in an existing structure. And a step of using a work rate less than a work rate of radially extending each unit length of the second tubular member in order to radially expand each unit length of the first tubular member. Including. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  A system for radially expanding and plastically deforming a tubular assembly including a first tubular member coupled to the second tubular member described above is provided for radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular assembly within an existing structure. And means for using less work than the work for radially extending each unit length of the second tubular member in order to radially expand each unit length of the first tubular member. Including. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  The method of manufacturing a tubular member described above includes processing the tubular member until the tubular member is characterized by one or more intermediate features, and placing the tubular member in an existing structure. And processing the tubular member in an existing structure until the tubular member is characterized by one or more final features. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support. In one embodiment, the existing structure includes a well that crosses the formation. In one embodiment, the feature is selected from the group consisting of yield point and ductility. In one embodiment, processing the tubular member in the existing structure until the tubular member is characterized by one or more final features includes placing the tubular member in the existing structure. The step of radial expansion and plastic deformation.

An instrument comprising an expandable tubular assembly and an expansion device coupled to the expandable tubular assembly has been described above, wherein a predetermined portion of the expandable tubular assembly is the expandable tubular assembly. It has a lower yield point than another part of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the expansion device includes a rotary expansion device, an axially movable expansion device, a reciprocating expansion device, a hydroforming expansion device, and / or a propulsion-type expansion device. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point than another portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility than another portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a lower yield point than another portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes one end of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a plurality of predetermined portions of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a plurality of predetermined portions spaced apart from the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, another portion of the tubular assembly includes one end of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, another portion of the tubular assembly includes a plurality of other portions of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, another portion of the tubular assembly includes a plurality of separate portions spaced apart from the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the tubular assembly includes a plurality of tubular members connected to each other by corresponding tubular connectors. In one embodiment, the tubular coupler has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly, and the tubular member has another portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, one or more of the tubular couplers have a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, one or more of the tubular members has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly defines one or more openings. In one embodiment, one or more of the openings has a slot. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than one. In one embodiment, the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 1, and the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a first steel alloy, the steel alloy being 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, 0.01% P, It contains 0.002% S, 0.24% Si, 0.01% Cu, 0.01% Ni, and 0.02% Cr. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.48. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a second steel alloy that includes 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, and 0.017% P. , S 0.004%, Si 0.29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01%, Cr 0.03%. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.04. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a third steel alloy, the steel alloy being 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, 0.006% P, It contains 0.003% S, 0.30% Si, 0.16% Cu, 0.05% Ni, and 0.05% Cr. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.92. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a fourth steel alloy, which is 0.02% C, 1.31% Mn, 0.02% P, It contains 0.001% S, 0.45% Si, 9.1% Ni, and 18.7% Cr. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.34. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.48. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.04. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.92. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.34. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is from about 1.04 to about 1.92. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is between about 47.6 ksi and about 61.7 ksi. In 0.12 embodiments, the extensibility factor of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12. In one embodiment, the scalability factor of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than the scalability factor of another portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the tubular assembly includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support. In one embodiment, the carbon content of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is 0.12% or less, and the carbon equivalent value of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is less than 0.21. is there. In one embodiment, the carbon content of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12%, and the carbon equivalent value of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is less than 0.36. In one embodiment, the yield point of the inner tubular portion of at least a portion of the tubular assembly is lower than the yield point of the outer tubular portion of the portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies nonlinearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body varies as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body varies non-linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body is It varies as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body Is linearly varying as a function of the radial position within the tube. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body Is non-linearly varying as a function of radial position within the tube. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body varies nonlinearly as a function of the radial position in the tube body, and the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body Is linearly varying as a function of the radial position within the tube. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body varies nonlinearly as a function of the radial position in the tube body, and the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body Is non-linearly varying as a function of radial position within the tube. In one embodiment, the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body is different from the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body. In one embodiment, the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body is different from the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure having a hard phase structure and a soft phase structure. In one embodiment, prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, at least a portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure with a transition phase structure. In one embodiment, the hard phase structure has martensite. In one embodiment, the soft phase structure has ferrite. In one embodiment, the transition phase structure has retained austenite. In one embodiment, the hard phase structure has martensite, the soft phase structure has ferrite, and the transition phase structure has residual austenite. In one embodiment, the portion of the tubular assembly having a microstructure having a hard phase structure and a soft phase structure comprises about 0.1% C and about 1.2% Mn by weight percentage. And about 0.3% Si. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure having a hard phase structure and a soft phase structure. In one embodiment, the portion of the tubular assembly comprises 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, 0.01% P, 0.002% S, 0% Si by weight percentage. .24%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01%, Cr 0.02%, V 0.05%, Mo 0.01%, Nb 0.01%, Ti 0.0. Contains 01%. In one embodiment, the portion of the tubular assembly comprises 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, 0.017% P, 0.004% S, 0% Si by weight percentage. .29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01%, Cr 0.03%, V 0.04%, Mo 0.01%, Nb 0.03%, Ti 0.1%. Contains 01%. In one embodiment, the portion of the tubular assembly is 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, 0.006% P, 0.003% S, and 0% Si by weight percentage. .30%, Cu 0.06%, Ni 0.05%, Cr 0.05%, V 0.03%, Mo 0.03%, Nb 0.01%, Ti 0.0. Contains 01%. In one embodiment, the portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure having one or more of the following. Martensite, perlite, vanadium carbide, nickel carbide, or titanium carbide. In one embodiment, the portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure having one or more of the following. Perlite or perlite striation. In one embodiment, the portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure having one or more of the following. Grain perlite, Widmanschütten Martensite, Vanadium Carbide, Nickel Carbide, or Titanium Carbide. In one embodiment, the portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure having one or more of the following. Ferrite, grain pearlite, or martensite. In one embodiment, the portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure having one or more of the following. Ferrite, martensite, or bainite. In one embodiment, the portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure having one or more of the following. Bainite, perlite, or ferrite. In one embodiment, the portion of the tubular assembly has a yield strength of about 67 ksi and a tensile strength of about 95 ksi. In one embodiment, the portion of the tubular assembly has a yield strength of about 82 ksi and a tensile strength of about 130 ksi. In one embodiment, the portion of the tubular assembly has a yield strength of about 60 ksi and a tensile strength of about 97 ksi.

  In the aforementioned expandable tubular member, the yield point of the expandable tubular member after radial expansion and plastic deformation is at least about the yield point of the expandable tubular member before radial expansion and plastic deformation. 5.8% higher. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  The method for determining the expandability of the selected tubular member includes the steps of determining an anisotropy value of the selected tubular member, and determining a strain hardening value of the selected tubular member. And calculating the extensibility value of the selected tubular member by multiplying the anisotropy value by the strain hardening value. In one embodiment, an anisotropy value greater than 0.12 indicates that the tubular member is suitable for radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support.

  The method for radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular member described above includes a step of selecting one tubular member, a step of determining an anisotropy value of the selected tubular member, and the selected tube. Determining the strain hardening value of the shaped member, multiplying the anisotropic value by the strain hardening value to calculate the extensibility value of the selected tubular member, and the anisotropic value And, when greater than 0.12, radially expanding and plastically deforming the selected tubular member. In one embodiment, the tubular member includes a well casing, a pipeline, or a structural support. In one embodiment, the step of radially expanding and plastically deforming the selected tubular member includes inserting the selected tubular member into an existing structure, and then selecting the selected tubular member. And radially expanding and plastically deforming the member. In one embodiment, the existing structure includes a well that crosses the formation.

  The aforementioned radially expandable multi-tubular member device includes a first tubular member, a second tubular member that engages with the first tubular member to form a joint, and the joint A sleeve that overlaps the first and second tubular members and connects the first and second tubular members, and is related to tapered ends and a recess formed in an adjacent tubular member. The sleeve having a flange to be mated, and one of the tapered ends being a surface formed on the flange. In one embodiment, the recess includes a tapered wall that mates with and engages the tapered end formed on the flange. In one embodiment, the sleeve includes a flange at each tapered end, and each tapered end is formed on a respective flange. In one embodiment, each tubular member includes a recess. In one embodiment, each flange is each engaged with one of the recesses. In one embodiment, each recess includes a tapered wall that mates with and engages the tapered end formed on each flange.

  The method for joining the radially expandable multi-tubular members has also been described above. However, the method includes a step of providing a first tubular member, and a joint is formed by engaging with the first tubular member. Providing a second tubular member; and providing a sleeve having tapered ends and a flange, wherein one of the tapered ends is a surface formed on the flange. A step of providing a sleeve; and a step of attaching a sleeve to overlap and connect the first and second tubular members at the joint, wherein the concave portion is formed in one adjacent tubular member. Attaching the sleeve to which the flange is engaged. In one embodiment, the method further includes providing a tapered wall in the recess for coupling and engaging with the tapered end formed on the flange. In one embodiment, the method further includes providing a flange at each tapered end, each tapered end being formed on each flange. In one embodiment, the method further includes providing a recess in each tubular member. In one embodiment, the method further includes engaging each flange with a respective recess in the recess. In one embodiment, the method further includes providing a tapered wall in each recess for coupling and engaging with the tapered end formed on each flange.

  The aforementioned radially expandable multi-tubular member appliance includes a first tubular member, a second tubular member that engages with the first tubular member to form a joint, and the first, A sleeve that overlaps the second tubular member at the joint and connects the first and second tubular members, at least a portion of which includes a frangible material.

  The aforementioned radially expandable multi-tubular member appliance includes a first tubular member, a second tubular member that engages with the first tubular member to form a joint, and the first, A sleeve that overlaps the second tubular member at the joint and connects the first and second tubular members, the sleeve having a variable wall thickness.

  The above-described method of joining the radially expandable multiple tubular members includes a step of providing a first tubular member, and the first tubular member and the second tubular member so as to form a joint. Engaging, providing a sleeve having a frangible material, and attaching a sleeve to overlap and connect the first and second tubular members at the joint.

  The above-described method of joining the radially expandable multiple tubular members includes the step of providing a first tubular member, and the first tubular member and the second tubular member so as to form a joint. The step of engaging, the step of providing a sleeve having a variable wall thickness, the first and second tubular members overlapping the first and second tubular members, and connecting the first and second tubular members. Attaching a sleeve.

  The expandable tubular assembly described above includes a first tubular member, a second tubular member coupled to the first tubular member, and a connection between the first and second tubular portions. Means for increasing the axial compressive load capacity of the first and second tubular members before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  The expandable tubular assembly includes a first tubular member, a second tubular member connected to the first tubular member, and a connection between the first and second tubular portions. Means for increasing the axial tensile load capacity before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members.

  The expandable tubular assembly described above includes a first tubular member, a second tubular member connected to the first tubular member, and a connection between the first and second tubular portions. Means for increasing the axial compressive load capacity and the tensile load capacity of the first and second tubular members before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  The expandable tubular assembly described above includes a first tubular member, a second tubular member coupled to the first tubular member, and a connection between the first and second tubular portions. Means for avoiding stress concentration in the first and second tubular members before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  The expandable tubular assembly described above includes a first tubular member, a second tubular member coupled to the first tubular member, and a connection between the first and second tubular portions. Means for inducing stress in selected portions of the first and second tubular members before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  In some embodiments of the instrument described above, the sleeve is tensioned circumferentially and the first and second tubular members are circumferentially compressed.

  In some embodiments of the above-described method, the method further comprises maintaining a circumferential tension on the sleeve, and the first and second tubular members are the first and second. Maintaining the circumferential compression before, during and / or after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the tubular member.

  The expandable tubular assembly described above includes a first tubular member, a second tubular member connected to the first tubular member, and a part of the first and second tubular members. A first screw connection for coupling, and a second screw connection spaced from the first screw connection for coupling another portion of the first and second tubular members; A tubular sleeve connected to the first and second tubular members and receiving the ends thereof, and a space for sealing the contact surface between the first and second tubular members. And a sealing element disposed between the first and second screw connections, wherein the sealing element is disposed in an annulus defined between the first and second tubular portions. The In one embodiment, the annulus is at least partially delineated by an irregular surface. In one embodiment, the annulus is at least partially delineated by a toothed surface. In one embodiment, the sealing element comprises an elastic material. In one embodiment, the sealing element comprises a metallic material. In one embodiment, the sealing element has an elastic and metallic material.

  The above-described method of joining the radially expandable multiple tubular members includes a step of providing a first tubular member, a step of providing a second tubular member, a step of providing a sleeve, Attaching the sleeve to overlap and connect the second tubular member at the first location; and the first and second at a second location spaced from the first location. A step of screwing a tubular member, and a step of sealing a contact surface between the first and second tubular portions between the first and second locations using a compressible sealing element. Including. In one embodiment, the sealing element has an irregular surface. In one embodiment, the sealing element has a toothed surface. In one embodiment, the sealing element comprises an elastic material. In one embodiment, the sealing element comprises a metallic material. In one embodiment, the sealing element has an elastic and metallic material.

  The expandable tubular member described above connects the first tubular member, the second tubular member connected to the first tubular member, and a part of the first and second tubular members. A first screw connection for connecting, and a second screw connection spaced from the first screw connection for connecting another portion of the first and second tubular members; A plurality of spaced-apart tubular sleeves that connect and receive the ends of the first and second tubular members. In one embodiment, at least one of the tubular sleeves is disposed opposite to the first screw connection, and at least one of the tubular sleeves is the second screw. Located on the opposite side of the connection. In one embodiment, at least one of the tubular sleeves is not disposed on the opposite side of the first and second screw connections.

  The above-described method of joining the radially expandable multiple tubular members includes a step of providing a first tubular member, a step of providing a second tubular member, and the first and second at a first location. Screw connecting the tubular members of the first, second screw connecting the first and second tubular members at a second location, providing a plurality of sleeves, the sleeves, Attaching the second tubular members in spaced locations to overlap and connect the second tubular members. In one embodiment, at least one of the tubular sleeves is disposed opposite to the first threaded connection, and at least one of the tubular sleeves is the second threaded. Located on the opposite side of the connection. In one embodiment, at least one of the tubular sleeves is not disposed on the opposite side of the first and second screw connections.

  The expandable tubular assembly described above includes a first tubular member, a second tubular member connected to the first tubular member, and ends of the first and second tubular members. A plurality of spaced-apart tubular sleeves connected together.

  The above-described method of joining the radially expandable multiple tubular members includes a step of providing a first tubular member, a step of providing a second tubular member, a step of providing a plurality of sleeves, A step of connecting the first and second tubular members, and a step of attaching sleeves spaced apart to connect the first and second tubular members in an overlapping manner.

  The expandable tubular assembly that has been described includes a first tubular member, a second tubular member coupled to the first tubular member, and one of the first and second tubular members. A screw connection for connecting the parts, and a tubular sleeve for connecting and receiving ends of the first and second tubular members, wherein at least a part of the screw connection is upset. ing. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the tubular sleeve penetrates the first tubular member.

  The above-described method of joining the radially expandable multiple tubular members includes the step of providing a first tubular member, the step of providing a second tubular member, and the first and second tubular members. A screw connection step and a step of upsetting the screw connection. In one embodiment, the first tubular member further has an annular extension extending from the tubular member, and the flange of the sleeve is an annular extension of the first tubular member. Defining an annular recess for receiving and coupling. In one embodiment, the first tubular member further has an annular extension extending from the tubular member, and the flange of the sleeve is an annular extension of the first tubular member. Defining an annular recess for receiving and coupling.

  The aforementioned radially expandable multi-tubular member appliance includes a first tubular member, a second tubular member that engages with the first tubular member to form a joint, and the first, A sleeve that overlaps the second tubular member at the joint and connects the first and second tubular members; and one or more stress concentrators for concentrating stress on the joint. . In one embodiment, one or more of the stress concentrators have one or more external grooves that are contoured in the first tubular member. In one embodiment, one or more of the stress concentrators have one or more internal grooves that are contoured in the second tubular member. In one embodiment, one or more of the stress concentrators have one or more openings that are contoured in the sleeve. In one embodiment, one or more of the stress concentrators have one or more external grooves that are contoured in the first tubular member, and one or more of the stress concentrators It has one or more internal grooves that are contoured in the second tubular member. In one embodiment, one or more of the stress concentrators have one or more external grooves that are contoured in the first tubular member, and one or more of the stress concentrators It has one or more openings that are contoured in the sleeve. In one embodiment, one or more of the stress concentrators have one or more internal grooves delineated in the second tubular member, wherein one or more of the stress concentrators It has one or more openings that are contoured in the sleeve. In one embodiment, one or more of the stress concentrators have one or more external grooves that are contoured in the first tubular member, and one or more of the stress concentrators Further comprises one or more internal grooves delineated in the second tubular member, wherein one or more of the stress concentrators are delineated in the one or more sleeves. Has an opening.

  The method of joining the radially expandable multiple tubular members described above includes a step of providing a first tubular member, and the first tubular member and the second tubular member so as to form a joint. And providing a sleeve having a tapered end and a flange facing each other, the tapered end being a surface formed on the flange; And concentrating stress in the joint. In one embodiment, the step of concentrating stress in the joint includes the step of using the first tubular member to concentrate stress in the joint. In one embodiment, the step of concentrating stress in the joint includes the step of using the second tubular member to concentrate stress in the joint. In one embodiment, concentrating stress in the joint includes using the sleeve to concentrate stress in the joint. In one embodiment, the step of concentrating stress in the joint includes using the first tubular member and the second tubular member to concentrate the stress in the joint. In one embodiment, the step of concentrating stress in the joint includes the step of using the first tubular member and the sleeve to concentrate stress in the joint. In one embodiment, the step of concentrating stress in the joint includes using the second tubular member and the sleeve to concentrate stress in the joint. In one embodiment, the step of concentrating stress in the joint uses the first tubular member, the second tubular member, and the sleeve to concentrate the stress in the joint. It has a process.

  The system for radially expanding and plastically deforming the first tubular member connected to the second tubular member by the mechanical connection described above expands the first and second tubular members in the radial direction. And means for maintaining portions of the first and second tubular members in circumferential compression after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members.

  The system for radially expanding and plastically deforming the first tubular member connected to the second tubular member by the mechanical connection described above expands the first and second tubular members in the radial direction. And means for concentrating stress within the mechanical connection during radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members.

  The system for radially expanding and plastically deforming the first tubular member connected to the second tubular member by the mechanical connection described above expands the first and second tubular members in the radial direction. Means for maintaining a portion of the first and second tubular members in circumferential compression after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members, and And means for concentrating stress in the mechanical connection during radial expansion and plastic deformation of the second tubular member.

The aforementioned radially expandable tubular member device includes a first tubular member, a second tubular member that is engaged with the first tubular member to form a joint, and the first in the joint. A sleeve overlying the first and second tubular members and connecting the first and second tubular members, and a predetermined portion of the instrument prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the instrument Has a lower yield point than another part of the instrument. In one embodiment, the carbon content of the predetermined portion of the appliance is 0.12% or less, and the carbon equivalent value of the predetermined portion of the appliance is less than 0.21. In one embodiment, the carbon content of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than 0.12% and the carbon equivalent value of the predetermined portion of the device is less than 0.36. In one embodiment, the device further maintains a portion of the first and second tubular members in circumferential compression after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. Means for. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for concentrating stress within the mechanical connection during radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. In one embodiment, the device further maintains a portion of the first and second tubular members in circumferential compression after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. And means for concentrating stress within the mechanical connection during radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes one or more stress concentrators for concentrating stress on the joint. In one embodiment, one or more of the stress concentrators have one or more external grooves that are contoured in the first tubular member. In one embodiment, one or more of the stress concentrators have one or more internal grooves that are contoured in the second tubular member. In one embodiment, one or more of the stress concentrators have one or more openings that are contoured in the sleeve. In one embodiment, one or more of the stress concentrators have one or more external grooves that are contoured in the first tubular member, the one or more of the stress concentrators. More than that has one or more internal grooves that are contoured in the second tubular member. In one embodiment, one or more of the stress concentrators have one or more external grooves that are contoured in the first tubular member, the one or more of the stress concentrators. The others have one or more openings that are contoured in the sleeve. In one embodiment, one or more of the stress concentrators have one or more internal grooves delineated in the second tubular member, wherein one or more of the stress concentrators The others have one or more openings that are contoured in the sleeve. In one embodiment, one or more of the stress concentrators have one or more external grooves that are contoured in the first tubular member, the one or more of the stress concentrators. Further includes one or more internal grooves delineated in the second tubular member, wherein one or more of the stress concentrators are delineated in the one or more sleeves. Is provided with an opening. In one embodiment, the first tubular member further has an annular extension extending from the tubular member, and the flange of the sleeve is an annular extension of the first tubular member. To define the contour of the annular recess for receiving and coupling. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes a screw connection for connecting a portion of the first and second tubular members, wherein at least a portion of the screw connection is upset. ing. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the tubular sleeve penetrates the first tubular member. In one embodiment, the device further includes a joint between the first and second tubular portions before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. Includes means for increasing axial compressive load capability. In one embodiment, the device further includes a joint between the first and second tubular portions before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. Includes means for increasing the axial tensile load capacity. In one embodiment, the device further includes a joint between the first and second tubular portions before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. Includes means for increasing axial compression and axial tensile load capability. In one embodiment, the instrument is further provided at a joint between the first and second tubular portions before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. Means for avoiding stress concentration are included. In one embodiment, the device further includes a connector between the first and second tubular portions before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. Means for inducing stress in the selected portion. In one embodiment, the sleeve is tensioned in the circumferential direction, and the first and second tubular members are compressed in the circumferential direction. In one embodiment, before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members, the axial compressive load capacity of the coupler between the first and second tubular members is set. The means for increasing is tensioned in the circumferential direction, and the first and second tubular members are compressed in the circumferential direction. In one embodiment, before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members, the axial tensile load capacity of the coupler between the first and second tubular portions is set. The means for increasing is tensioned in the circumferential direction, and the first and second tubular members are compressed in the circumferential direction. In one embodiment, before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members, axial compression and axial direction of the coupler between the first and second tubular portions. The means for increasing the tensile load capacity is tensioned in the circumferential direction, and the first and second tubular members are compressed in the circumferential direction. In one embodiment, to avoid stress concentration in the coupler between the first and second tubular portions before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. The means is provided with tension in the circumferential direction, and the first and second tubular members are compressed in the circumferential direction. In one embodiment, stress is applied at selected portions of the coupler between the first and second tubular portions before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. The means for guiding the pressure is applied with a tension in the circumferential direction, and the first and second tubular members are compressed in the circumferential direction. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the sleeve comprises a frangible material. In one embodiment, the wall thickness of the sleeve is variable. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument has a higher ductility before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument has a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument has an inner diameter that is larger than another part of the instrument after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the sleeve is tensioned in the circumferential direction, and the first and second tubular members are compressed in the circumferential direction. In one embodiment, the sleeve is tensioned in the circumferential direction, and the first and second tubular members are compressed in the circumferential direction. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes placing another instrument within the existing structure in a relationship to overlap the instrument, and radially expanding and plastically deforming the instrument within the existing structure. And, prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the instrument, a predetermined part of another instrument has a lower yield point than another part of the other instrument. In one embodiment, the inner diameter of the radially expanded and plastically deformed other part of the instrument is equal to the inner diameter of the radially expanded and plastically deformed another part of the instrument. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument has one end of the instrument. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument includes a plurality of predetermined portions of the instrument. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument has a plurality of predetermined portions spaced apart from the instrument. In one embodiment, another part of the instrument has one end of the instrument. In one embodiment, another part of the instrument comprises a plurality of other parts of the instrument. In one embodiment, another portion of the instrument has a plurality of other portions spaced apart from the instrument. In one embodiment, the instrument has a plurality of tubular members connected to each other by corresponding tubular connectors. In one embodiment, the tubular coupler has a predetermined portion of the device, and the tubular member has another portion of the device. In one embodiment, one or more of the tubular couplers have a predetermined portion of the instrument. In one embodiment, one or more of the tubular members have a predetermined portion of the instrument. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument defines one or more openings. In one embodiment, one or more of the openings has a slot. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than one. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than one. In one embodiment, the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than 0.12. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than 1, and the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than 0.12. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the device includes a first steel alloy, which is 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, 0.01% P, S 0.002%, Si 0.24%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.02%. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is the A minimum of about 65.9 ksi after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the device after radial expansion and plastic deformation is lower than the yield point of the predetermined portion of the device before radial expansion and plastic deformation. The limit is about 40% higher. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the appliance includes a second steel alloy, which is 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, 0.017% P, S 0.004%, Si 0.29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.03%. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is the A minimum of about 74.4 ksi after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the device after radial expansion and plastic deformation is lower than the yield point of the predetermined portion of the device before radial expansion and plastic deformation. The limit is about 28% higher. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the instrument is about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument includes a third steel alloy, which is 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, 0.006% P, S 0.003%, Si 0.30%, Cu 0.16%, Ni 0.05% and Cr 0.05%. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is about 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument includes a fourth steel alloy, which is 0.02% C, 1.31% Mn, 0.02% P, S 0.001%, Si 0.45%, Ni 9.1% and Cr 18.7%. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is the A minimum of about 65.9 ksi after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the device after radial expansion and plastic deformation is lower than the yield point of the predetermined portion of the device before radial expansion and plastic deformation. The limit is about 40% higher. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is at least about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is the A minimum of about 74.4 ksi after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the device after radial expansion and plastic deformation is lower than the yield point of the predetermined portion of the device before radial expansion and plastic deformation. The limit is about 28% higher. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the instrument is at least about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the instrument is at least about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is at least about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is between about 1.04 and 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is between about 47.6 ksi and about 61.7 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the extensibility factor of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than 0.12 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the scalability factor of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than the scalability factor of another portion of the device. In one embodiment, the instrument has a well casing. In one embodiment, the instrument has a pipeline. In one embodiment, the instrument has a structural support.

  The aforementioned radially expandable tubular member device includes a first tubular member, a second tubular member that is engaged with the first tubular member to form a joint, and the first in the joint. 1. A sleeve that overlaps the second tubular member and connects the first and second tubular members, and is engaged with tapered ends and a recess formed in the adjacent tubular member. Said sleeve having a flange and one of said tapered ends being a surface formed on said flange, wherein said instrument is pre-determined prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation. The part that is made has a lower yield point than another part of the instrument. In one embodiment, the recess includes a tapered wall that mates with and engages the tapered end formed on the flange. In one embodiment, the sleeve includes a flange at each tapered end, and each tapered end is formed on each flange. In one embodiment, each tubular member includes a recess. In one embodiment, each flange is each engaged with one of the recesses. In one embodiment, each recess includes a tapered wall that mates with and engages the tapered end formed on each flange. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument has a higher ductility before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument has a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument has an inner diameter that is larger than another part of the instrument after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes placing another instrument within the existing structure in a relationship to overlap the instrument, and radially expanding and plastically deforming the instrument within the existing structure. And, prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the instrument, a predetermined part of another instrument has a lower yield point than another part of the other instrument. In one embodiment, the inner diameter of another portion of the instrument radially expanded and plastically deformed is equal to the inner diameter of another portion of the instrument radially expanded and plastically deformed. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument has one end of the instrument. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument includes a plurality of predetermined portions of the instrument. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument has a plurality of predetermined portions spaced apart from the instrument. In one embodiment, another part of the instrument has one end of the instrument. In one embodiment, another part of the instrument comprises a plurality of other parts of the instrument. In one embodiment, another portion of the instrument has a plurality of other portions spaced apart from the instrument. In one embodiment, the instrument has a plurality of tubular members connected to each other by corresponding tubular connectors. In one embodiment, the tubular coupler has a predetermined portion of the device, and the tubular member has another portion of the device. In one embodiment, one or more of the tubular couplers have a predetermined portion of the instrument. In one embodiment, one or more of the tubular members have a predetermined portion of the instrument. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument defines one or more openings. In one embodiment, one or more of the openings has a slot. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than one. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than one. In one embodiment, the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than 0.12. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than 1, and the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than 0.12. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the device includes a first steel alloy, which is 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, 0.01% P, S 0.002%, Si 0.24%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.02%. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is the A minimum of about 65.9 ksi after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the device after radial expansion and plastic deformation is lower than the yield point of the predetermined portion of the device before radial expansion and plastic deformation. The limit is about 40% higher. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the appliance includes a second steel alloy, which is 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, 0.017% P, S 0.004%, Si 0.29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.03%. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is the A minimum of about 74.4 ksi after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the device after radial expansion and plastic deformation is lower than the yield point of the predetermined portion of the device before radial expansion and plastic deformation. The limit is about 28% higher. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the instrument is about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument includes a third steel alloy, which is 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, 0.006% P, S 0.003%, Si 0.30%, Cu 0.16%, Ni 0.05% and Cr 0.05%. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is about 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the instrument includes a fourth steel alloy, which is 0.02% C, 1.31% Mn, 0.02% P, S 0.001%, Si 0.45%, Ni 9.1% and Cr 18.7%. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is the A minimum of about 65.9 ksi after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the device after radial expansion and plastic deformation is lower than the yield point of the predetermined portion of the device before radial expansion and plastic deformation. The limit is about 40% higher. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is at least about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is the A minimum of about 74.4 ksi after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the device after radial expansion and plastic deformation is lower than the yield point of the predetermined portion of the device before radial expansion and plastic deformation. The limit is about 28% higher. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the instrument is at least about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the instrument is at least about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is at least about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is between about 1.04 and 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is between about 47.6 and about 61.7 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the extensibility factor of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than 0.12 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the scalability factor of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than the scalability factor of another portion of the device. In one embodiment, the instrument has a well casing. In one embodiment, the instrument has a pipeline. In one embodiment, the instrument has a structural support.

The provided method of joining a radially expandable tubular member includes a step of providing a first tubular member, and a second tubular member is engaged with the first tubular member to form a joint. A step of providing a sleeve, and a step of attaching the sleeve that overlaps the first and second tubular members at the joint and connects the first and second tubular members, A first tubular member, the second tubular member and the sleeve define a contour of the tubular assembly, a step of attaching the sleeve, and a step of radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular assembly. Before the radial expansion and plastic deformation, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a lower yield point than another portion of the tubular assembly. And a step of countercurrent expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the carbon content of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is 0.12% or less, and the carbon equivalent value of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is less than 0.21. is there. In one embodiment, the carbon content of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12%, and the carbon equivalent value of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is less than 0.36. In one embodiment, the method further maintains a portion of the first and second tubular members in circumferential compression after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. Process. In one embodiment, the method further comprises the step of concentrating stress in the joint during radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. In one embodiment, the method further maintains a portion of the first and second tubular members in circumferential compression after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. And a step of concentrating stress in the joint during radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. In one embodiment, the method further includes the step of concentrating stress in the joint. In one embodiment, the step of concentrating stress in the joint includes the step of using the first tubular member to concentrate stress in the joint. In one embodiment, the step of concentrating stress in the joint includes the step of using the second tubular member to concentrate stress in the joint. In one embodiment, concentrating stress in the joint includes using the sleeve to concentrate stress in the joint. In one embodiment, the step of concentrating stress in the joint includes using the first tubular member and the second tubular member to concentrate the stress in the joint. In one embodiment, the step of concentrating stress in the joint includes the step of using the first tubular member and the sleeve to concentrate stress in the joint. In one embodiment, the step of concentrating stress in the joint includes using the second tubular member and the sleeve to concentrate stress in the joint. In one embodiment, the step of concentrating stress in the joint uses the first tubular member, the second tubular member, and the sleeve to concentrate the stress in the joint. Process. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the sleeve comprises a frangible material. In one embodiment, the sleeve has a variable wall thickness. In one embodiment, the method further includes the steps of maintaining the sleeve in circumferential tension and maintaining the first and second tubular members in circumferential compression. In one embodiment, the method further includes the steps of maintaining the sleeve in circumferential tension and maintaining the first and second tubular members in circumferential compression. In one embodiment, the method further includes the steps of maintaining the sleeve in circumferential tension and maintaining the first and second tubular members in circumferential compression. In one embodiment, the method further includes screwing the first and second tubular members at a first location and a second spaced apart from the first location. A step of screwing the first and second tubular members in place, a step of providing a plurality of sleeves, and an overlap to connect the first and second tubular members in an overlapping manner; Attaching the sleeve in place. In one embodiment, at least one of the tubular sleeves is disposed opposite to the first threaded connection, and at least one of the tubular sleeves is the second threaded. Located on the opposite side of the connection. In one embodiment, at least one of the tubular sleeves is not disposed on the opposite side of the first and second screw connections. In one embodiment, the method further includes the steps of screwing the first and second tubular members and upsetting the screw-coupled coupler. In one embodiment, the first tubular member further has an annular extension extending from the tubular member, and the flange of the sleeve is an annular extension of the first tubular member. To define the contour of the annular recess for receiving and coupling. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has an inner diameter that is greater than another portion of the tubular assembly after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the method further includes placing another tubular assembly within the existing structure in a superimposed relationship with the tubular assembly; and placing the tubular assembly radially within the existing structure. Expanding and plastically deforming, prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the tubular assembly, a predetermined portion of another tubular assembly has a lower yield point than another portion of another tubular assembly. Have In one embodiment, the inner diameter of another portion of the tubular assembly that has been radially expanded and plastically deformed is equal to the inner diameter of another portion of the tubular assembly that has been radially expanded and plastically deformed. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has one end of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a plurality of predetermined portions of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a plurality of predetermined portions spaced apart from the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, another portion of the tubular assembly has one end of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, another portion of the tubular assembly includes a plurality of other portions of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, another portion of the tubular assembly has a plurality of other portions spaced apart from the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the tubular assembly has a plurality of tubular members connected to each other by corresponding tubular connectors. In one embodiment, the tubular coupler has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly, and the tubular member has another portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, one or more of the tubular couplers have a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, one or more of the tubular members has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly defines one or more openings. In one embodiment, one or more of the openings has a slot. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than one. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than one. In one embodiment, the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 1, and the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a first steel alloy that includes 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, and 0.01% P. , S 0.002%, Si 0.24%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.02%. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point is at least about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is that of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is about 40% higher than the yield point. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a second steel alloy that includes 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, and 0.017% P. , S 0.004%, Si 0.29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01%, Cr 0.03%. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point is at least about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is that of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. At least about 28% higher than the yield point. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a third steel alloy, which is 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, and 0.006% P. , S 0.003%, Si 0.30%, Cu 0.16%, Ni 0.05% and Cr 0.05%. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a fourth steel alloy, which is 0.02% C, 1.31% Mn, and 0.02% P. , S 0.001%, Si 0.45%, Ni 9.1%, Cr 18.7%. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point is at least about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is that of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is about 40% higher than the yield point. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a minimum of about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point is at least about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is that of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. At least about 28% higher than the yield point. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.04 to about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is between about 47.6 ksi and about 61.7 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the extensibility factor of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the scalability factor of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than the scalability factor of another portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the tubular assembly has a well casing. In one embodiment, the tubular assembly has a pipeline. In one embodiment, the tubular assembly has a structural support.

  The above-described method of joining the radially expandable tubular members includes a step of providing a first tubular member, and a second tubular member that engages with the first tubular member to form a joint. Providing a sleeve having tapered ends and a flange, wherein one of the tapered ends is a surface formed on the flange; and A step of attaching a sleeve to overlap and connect the first and second tubular members at the joint, wherein the flange is engaged with a recess formed in one adjacent tubular member; Attaching the sleeve, wherein the first tubular member, the second tubular member, and the sleeve define a profile of a tubular assembly; Radially extending and plastically deforming the tube-shaped assembly, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a lower yield point than another portion of the tubular assembly prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. And the step of radially expanding and plastically deforming. In one embodiment, the method further includes providing a tapered wall in the recess for coupling and engaging with the tapered end formed on the flange. In one embodiment, the method further includes providing a flange at each tapered end, wherein each tapered end is formed on each flange. . In one embodiment, the method further includes providing a recess in each tubular member. In one embodiment, the method further includes engaging each flange in each recess. In one embodiment, the method further includes providing a tapered wall in each recess for coupling and engaging with the tapered end formed on each flange. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has an inner diameter that is greater than another portion of the tubular assembly after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the method further includes placing another tubular assembly within the existing structure in a superimposed relationship with the tubular assembly; and placing the tubular assembly radially within the existing structure. Expanding and plastically deforming, prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the tubular assembly, a predetermined portion of another tubular assembly has a lower yield point than another portion of another tubular assembly. Have In one embodiment, the inner diameter of another portion of the tubular assembly that has been radially expanded and plastically deformed is equal to the inner diameter of another portion of the tubular assembly that has been radially expanded and plastically deformed. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has one end of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a plurality of predetermined portions of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a plurality of predetermined portions spaced apart from the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, another portion of the tubular assembly has one end of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, another portion of the tubular assembly includes a plurality of other portions of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, another portion of the tubular assembly has a plurality of other portions spaced apart from the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the tubular assembly has a plurality of tubular members connected to each other by corresponding tubular connectors. In one embodiment, the tubular coupler has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly, and the tubular member has another portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, one or more of the tubular couplers have a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, one or more of the tubular members has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly defines one or more openings. In one embodiment, one or more of the openings has a slot. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than one. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than one. In one embodiment, the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 1, and the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a first steel alloy that includes 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, and 0.01% P. , S contains 0.002%, Si contains 0.24%, Cu contains 0.01%, Ni contains 0.01%, and Cr contains 0.02%. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point is at least about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is that of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is about 40% higher than the yield point. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a second steel alloy that includes 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, and 0.017% P. , S 0.004%, Si 0.29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01%, Cr 0.03%. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point is at least about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is that of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is at least about 28% higher than the yield point. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a third steel alloy, which is 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, and 0.006% P. , S 0.003%, Si 0.30%, Cu 0.16%, Ni 0.05% and Cr 0.05%. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a fourth steel alloy, which is 0.02% C, 1.31% Mn, and 0.02% P. , S 0.001%, Si 0.45%, Ni 9.1%, Cr 18.7%. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point is at least about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is that of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is about 40% higher than the yield point. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a minimum of about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point is at least about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is that of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is at least about 28% higher than the yield point. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.04 to about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is between about 47.6 ksi and about 61.7 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the extensibility factor of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the scalability factor of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than the scalability factor of another portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the tubular assembly has a well casing. In one embodiment, the tubular assembly has a pipeline. In one embodiment, the tubular assembly has a structural support.

  The expandable tubular assembly described above includes a first tubular member, a second tubular member connected to the first tubular member, and a part of the first and second tubular members. A first screw connection for coupling, and a second screw connection spaced from the first screw connection for coupling another portion of the first and second tubular members; A tubular sleeve connected to the first and second tubular members and receiving their ends, and spaced to seal a contact surface between the first and second tubular portions. And a sealing element disposed between the first and second screw connections, wherein the sealing element is disposed in an annulus defined between the first and second tubular portions. A radial expansion of said assembly and Before sex variations, the predetermined portion of the assembly has a lower yield point than another portion of the instrument. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the assembly has a higher ductility before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the assembly has a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the assembly has an inner diameter that is larger than another portion of the tubular assembly after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the assembly further includes placing another assembly within the existing structure in a superimposed relationship with the assembly, and radially expanding and plastically deforming the assembly within the existing structure. And prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the assembly, a predetermined portion of another assembly has a lower yield point than another portion of the other assembly. In one embodiment, the inner diameter of another portion of the assembly radially expanded and plastically deformed is equal to the inner diameter of another portion of the radially expanded and plastically deformed assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the assembly has one end of the assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the assembly includes a plurality of predetermined portions of the assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the assembly has a plurality of predetermined portions spaced apart from the assembly. In one embodiment, another part of the assembly has one end of the assembly. In one embodiment, another portion of the assembly includes a plurality of other portions of the assembly. In one embodiment, another portion of the assembly has a plurality of other portions spaced apart from the assembly. In one embodiment, the assembly has a plurality of tubular members connected to each other by corresponding tubular connectors. In one embodiment, the tubular coupler has a predetermined portion of the assembly, and the tubular member has another portion of the assembly. In one embodiment, one or more of the tubular couplers have a predetermined portion of the assembly. In one embodiment, one or more of the tubular members has a predetermined portion of the assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the assembly defines one or more openings. In one embodiment, one or more of the openings has a slot. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is greater than one. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is greater than one. In one embodiment, the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the assembly is greater than 0.12. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is greater than 1, and the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the assembly is greater than 0.12. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the assembly includes a first steel alloy, which is 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, 0.01% P, S 0.002%, Si 0.24%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.02%. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly is A minimum of about 65.9 ksi after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is lower than the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. The limit is about 40% higher. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the assembly includes a second steel alloy comprising 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, 0.017% P, S 0.004%, Si 0.29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.03%. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly is A minimum of about 74.4 ksi after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is lower than the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. The limit is about 28% higher. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the assembly includes a third steel alloy, which is 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, 0.006% P, S 0.003%, Si 0.30%, Cu 0.16%, Ni 0.05% and Cr 0.05%. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is about 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the assembly includes a fourth steel alloy, which is 0.02% C, 1.31% Mn, 0.02% P, S 0.001%, Si 0.45%, Ni 9.1% and Cr 18.7%. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly is A minimum of about 65.9 ksi after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is lower than the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. The limit is about 40% higher. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is at least about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly is A minimum of about 74.4 ksi after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is lower than the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. The limit is about 28% higher. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is at least about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is at least about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is at least about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is about 1.04-1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly is between about 47.6 ksi and about 61.7 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the extensibility factor of the predetermined portion of the assembly is greater than 0.12 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the scalability factor of a predetermined portion of the assembly is greater than the scalability factor of another portion of the assembly. In one embodiment, the assembly has a well casing. In one embodiment, the assembly has a pipeline. In one embodiment, the assembly has a structural support. In one embodiment, the annulus is at least partially delineated by an irregular surface. In one embodiment, the annulus is at least partially delineated by a toothed surface. In one embodiment, the sealing element comprises an elastic material. In one embodiment, the sealing element comprises a metallic material. In one embodiment, the sealing element has an elastic and metallic material.

  A method of joining a radially expandable tubular member is provided, the joining method comprising: providing a first tubular member; providing a second tubular member; providing a sleeve; Attaching the sleeve to overlap and connect the first and second tubular members, screwing the first and second tubular members at a first location, and the first A step of screw-connecting the first and second tubular members at a second location spaced from the location; and the presence of the first and second tubular portions between the first and second locations. Sealing the contact surface between them with a compressible sealing element, wherein the first tubular member, the second tubular member, the sleeve and the sealing element define the contour of the tubular assembly. Define the sealing work And radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular assembly, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is lower than another portion of the tubular assembly prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. The radial expansion and plastic deformation step having a yield point. In one embodiment, the sealing element has an irregular surface. In one embodiment, the sealing element has a toothed surface. In one embodiment, the sealing element comprises an elastic material. In one embodiment, the sealing element comprises a metallic material. In one embodiment, the sealing element has an elastic and metallic material. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has an inner diameter that is greater than another portion of the tubular assembly after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the method further includes placing another tubular assembly within the existing structure in a superimposed relationship with the tubular assembly; and placing the tubular assembly radially within the existing structure. Expanding and plastically deforming, and prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the tubular assembly, a predetermined portion of another tubular assembly has a yield point lower than another position of another tubular assembly. Have In one embodiment, the inner diameter of another portion of the tubular assembly that has been radially expanded and plastically deformed is equal to the inner diameter of another portion of the tubular assembly that has been radially expanded and plastically deformed. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has one end of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a plurality of predetermined portions of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a plurality of predetermined portions spaced apart from the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, another portion of the tubular assembly has one end of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, another portion of the tubular assembly includes a plurality of other portions of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, another portion of the tubular assembly has a plurality of other portions spaced apart from the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the tubular assembly has a plurality of tubular members connected to each other by corresponding tubular connectors. In one embodiment, the tubular coupler has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly and the tubular member has another portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, one or more of the tubular couplers have a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, one or more of the tubular members has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly defines one or more openings. In one embodiment, one or more of the openings has a slot. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than one. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than one. In one embodiment, the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 1, and the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a first steel alloy that includes 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, and 0.01% P. , S contains 0.002%, Si contains 0.24%, Cu contains 0.01%, Ni contains 0.01%, and Cr contains 0.02%. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point is at least about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is that of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is about 40% higher than the yield point. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a second steel alloy that includes 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, and 0.017% P. , S 0.004%, Si 0.29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01%, Cr 0.03%. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point is at least about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is that of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is at least about 28% higher than the yield point. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a third steel alloy, which is 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, and 0.006% P. , S 0.003%, Si 0.30%, Cu 0.16%, Ni 0.05% and Cr 0.05%. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes a fourth steel alloy, which is 0.02% C, 1.31% Mn, and 0.02% P. , S 0.001%, Si 0.45%, Ni 9.1%, Cr 18.7%. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point is at least about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is that of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is about 40% higher than the yield point. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a minimum of about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point is at least about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is that of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is at least about 28% higher than the yield point. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.04 to about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is between about 47.6 ksi and about 61.7 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the extensibility factor of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the scalability factor of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than the scalability factor of another portion of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the tubular assembly has a well casing. In one embodiment, the tubular assembly has a pipeline. In one embodiment, the tubular assembly has a structural support. In one embodiment, the sleeve includes a plurality of spaced apart tubular sleeves that connect and receive ends of the first and second tubular members. In one embodiment, the first tubular member has a first screw connection, and the second tubular member has a second screw connection, and the first, The second threaded connection is connected to each other, and at least one of the tubular sleeves is disposed opposite the first threaded connection, and is at least one of the tubular sleeves. One is arranged on the opposite side to the second screw connection. In one embodiment, the first tubular member has a first screw connection, and the second tubular member has a second screw connection, and the first, The second screw connection is connected to each other, and at least one of the tubular sleeves is not disposed on the opposite side of the first and second screw connections. In one embodiment, the carbon content of the tubular member is 0.12% or less, and the carbon equivalent value of the tubular member is less than 0.21. In one embodiment, the tubular member has a well casing.

  In the aforementioned expandable tubular member, the carbon content of the tubular member is greater than 0.12%, and the carbon equivalent value of the tubular member is less than 0.36. In one embodiment, the tubular member has a well casing.

  The method of selecting a tubular member for radial expansion and plastic deformation as described above includes the steps of selecting one tubular member from a collection of tubular members and determining the carbon content of the selected tubular member. The step of determining the carbon equivalent value of the selected tubular member, and the carbon content of the selected tubular member is 0.12% or less, Determining that the selected tubular member is suitable for radial expansion and plastic deformation when the carbon equivalent value is less than 0.21.

  The method of selecting a tubular member for radial expansion and plastic deformation as described above comprises the steps of selecting one tubular member from a collection of tubular members and determining the carbon content of the selected tubular member. The step of determining the carbon equivalent value of the selected tubular member, the carbon content of the selected tubular member being greater than 0.12%, the carbon of the selected tubular member, etc. Determining that the selected tubular member is suitable for radial expansion and plastic deformation when the value is less than 0.36.

  The aforementioned expandable tubular member includes a tube body, and the yield point of the tube-shaped portion inside the tube body is less than the yield point of the tube-shaped portion outside the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies nonlinearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body varies as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body varies non-linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body varies as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body varies with the motion within the tube body. Fluctuates as a function of radial position. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body is Fluctuates linearly as a function of the radial position. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body is Fluctuates nonlinearly as a function of the radial position. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body varies non-linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body is Fluctuates linearly as a function of the radial position. In one embodiment, the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body varies non-linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body is Fluctuates nonlinearly as a function of the radial position. In one embodiment, the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body is different from the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body. In one embodiment, the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body is different from the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body.

  The manufacturing method of the expandable tubular member described above includes a step of providing a tubular member, a step of heat-treating the tubular member, and a step of rapidly cooling the tubular member, and the tube after the rapid cooling. The step of quenching, wherein the member has a fine structure having a hard phase structure and a soft phase structure. In one embodiment, the provided tubular member comprises, by weight percentage, 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, 0.01% P, 0.002% S, 0 Si .24%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01%, Cr 0.02%, V 0.05%, Mo 0.01%, Nb 0.01%, Ti 0.0. Have 01%. In one embodiment, the tubular member provided is 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, 0.017% P, 0.004% S, 0% Si by weight percentage .29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01%, Cr 0.03%, V 0.04%, Mo 0.01%, Nb 0.03%, Ti 0.1%. Have 01%. In one embodiment, the provided tubular member comprises 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, 0.006% P, 0.003% S, 0% Si by weight percentage. .30%, Cu 0.06%, Ni 0.05%, Cr 0.05%, V 0.03%, Mo 0.03%, Nb 0.01%, Ti 0.0. Have 01%. In one embodiment, the provided tubular member has a microstructure having one or more of the following. Martensite, perlite, vanadium carbide, nickel carbide, or titanium carbide. In one embodiment, the provided tubular member has a microstructure having one or more of the following. Perlite or perlite striation. In one embodiment, the provided tubular member has a microstructure having one or more of the following. Grain perlite, Widmanschutten martensite, vanadium carbide, nickel carbide, or titanium carbide. In one embodiment, the heat treatment step comprises heating the provided tubular member at 790 ° C. for about 10 minutes. In one embodiment, the quenching step includes a step of quenching the heat-treated tubular member with water. In one embodiment, after the quenching step, the tubular member has a microstructure having one or more of the following: Ferrite, grain pearlite, or martensite. In one embodiment, after the quenching step, the tubular member has a microstructure having one or more of the following: Ferrite, martensite, or bainite. In one embodiment, after the quenching step, the tubular member has a microstructure having one or more of the following: Bainite, perlite, or ferrite. In one embodiment, after the quenching step, the tubular member has a yield strength of about 67 ksi and a tensile strength of about 95 ksi. In one embodiment, after the quenching step, the tubular member has a yield strength of about 82 ksi and a tensile strength of about 130 ksi. In one embodiment, after the quenching step, the tubular member has a yield strength of about 60 ksi and a tensile strength of about 97 ksi. In one embodiment, the method further comprises the steps of placing the quenched tube-shaped member in an existing structure, and radially expanding and plastically deforming the tube-shaped member in the existing structure. Including.

  The above-described method of radially expanding the tubular assembly includes the steps of radially expanding and plastically deforming the lower portion of the tubular assembly by pressurizing the interior of the lower portion of the tubular assembly; and Expanding and plastically deforming the remainder of the tubular assembly by bringing an expansion device into contact with the interior of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the expansion device is an adjustable expansion device. In one embodiment, the expansion device is a hydroforming expansion device. In one embodiment, the expansion device is a rotary expansion device. In one embodiment, the lower portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the remaining portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the lower portion of the tubular assembly includes a shoe that defines a valve adjustable passage.

  A system for radially expanding the aforementioned tubular assembly comprises means for radially expanding and plastically deforming the lower portion of the tubular assembly by pressurizing the interior of the lower portion of the tubular assembly; Subsequently, means for radially expanding and plastically deforming the remainder of the tubular assembly by bringing an expansion device into contact with the interior of the tubular assembly. In one embodiment, the lower portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the remaining portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  The above-described tubular assembly repair method includes the steps of placing a tubular patch inside the tubular assembly, and pressurizing the interior of the tubular patch to join the tubular assembly so as to join the tubular assembly. Radially expanding and plastically deforming the patch. In one embodiment, the tubular patch has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  The tubular assembly repair system described above includes means for placing a tubular patch within the tubular assembly, and pressurizing the interior of the tubular patch to join the tubular assembly. Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular patch. In one embodiment, the tubular patch has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  The above-described method of radially expanding the tubular member includes a step of accumulating a pressurized fluid supply amount and a step of controlling and injecting the pressurized fluid into the tubular member. In one embodiment, the step of accumulating the pressurized fluid supply includes the step of monitoring the accumulated operating pressure of the fluid, and the accumulated operating pressure of the fluid is less than a predetermined pressure. Injecting pressurized fluid into the accumulated fluid. In one embodiment, the step of controlling and injecting the pressurized fluid into the inside of the tubular member includes the step of monitoring the operating condition of the tubular member, and when the tubular member is radially expanded. Discharging the pressurized fluid from the inside of the tubular member.

  The aforementioned system for radially expanding a tubular member includes means for accumulating a supply of pressurized fluid and means for controlling injection of the pressurized fluid into the tubular member. . In one embodiment, the means for accumulating the pressurized fluid supply includes means for monitoring the accumulated operating pressure of the fluid, and the accumulated operating pressure of the fluid is predetermined. Means for injecting pressurized fluid into the accumulated fluid when it is below pressure. In one embodiment, the means for controlling injection of the pressurized fluid into the tubular member includes means for monitoring operating conditions of the tubular member, and the tubular member is radially expanded. Means for releasing the pressurized fluid from the interior of the tubular member.

  An instrument for radially expanding the tubular member includes a fluid container, a pump for pumping fluid from the fluid container, an accumulator for receiving and accumulating fluid pumped from the fluid container, A flow rate control valve for controlling and releasing the fluid accumulated in the fluid container and the inside of the tubular member are linked to define a pressure chamber in the tubular member, and the accumulated and discharged fluid is discharged. And an expansion element for receiving in the pressure chamber.

  An instrument for radially expanding the aforementioned tubular member includes an expandable tubular member, a locking device disposed in the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member, and the locking device. A tubular support member disposed within the expandable tubular member coupled to a device; and an adjustable expansion device disposed within the expandable tubular member coupled to the tubular support member; At least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the device further includes means for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member. In one embodiment, the device further includes means for sealing a contact surface between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member. In one embodiment, the device further includes another tubular support member received within the tubular support member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the device further includes means for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and another tubular support member. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for conducting torque between another tubular support member and the tubular support member. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for sealing a contact surface between another tubular support member and the tubular support member. In one embodiment, the device further includes means for sealing a contact surface between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for sensing operating pressure in another tubular support member. In one embodiment, the device further includes means for pressurizing the interior of another tubular support member. In one embodiment, it further includes means for limiting the axial movement of another tubular support member relative to the tubular support member. In one embodiment, the device further includes a tubular liner coupled to one end of the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the device further includes a tubular liner coupled to one end of the expandable tubular member.

  An instrument for radially expanding the aforementioned tubular member includes an expandable tubular member, a locking device disposed in the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member, A tubular support member disposed within the expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device; and an adjustable expansion device disposed within the expandable tubular member coupled to the tubular support member; Means for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member; and means for sealing a contact surface between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member; Another tubular support member received in the tubular support member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member, and the expandable tubular member; Means for conducting torque between the tubular support member, means for conducting torque between another tubular support member and the tubular support member, and another tubular support member Means for sealing the contact surface between the tubular support member, means for sealing the contact surface between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member, and another tubular shape Means for sensing the operating pressure in the support member; means for pressurizing the interior of another tubular support member; and for limiting axial movement of the other tubular support member relative to the tubular support member. And a tubular liner coupled to an end of the expandable tubular member, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular member is calibrated before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. And a low yield point higher than after expansion and plastic deformation ductility.

  The above-described method of radially expanding the tubular member includes a step of placing the tubular member and the adjustable expansion device in an existing structure, and pressurizing the inside of the tubular member to Radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion, increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device, and moving another portion of the tubular member radially by movement of the adjustable expansion device relative to the tubular member Expanding and plastically deforming. In one embodiment, the method further includes sensing an operating pressure within the tubular member. In one embodiment, the step of radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the tubular member by pressurizing a portion inside the tubular member includes injecting a fluid material into the tubular member. Sensing the operating pressure of the injected fluid material, and when the operating pressure of the injected fluid material exceeds a predetermined value, the fluid material is contoured in the tubular member. Allowing to flow into a defined pressure chamber. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the part of the tubular member has a pressure portion of the tubular member.

  The above-described system for radially expanding a tubular member includes a means for placing the tubular member and the adjustable expansion device in an existing structure, and pressurizing the inside of the tubular member to thereby form the tubular member. Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a part of the member; increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device; and moving the adjustable expansion device relative to the tubular member; Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming the portion. In one embodiment, the system further includes means for sensing operating pressure within the tubular member. In one embodiment, the means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a part of the tubular member by pressurizing a part inside the tubular member includes means for injecting a fluid material into the tubular member. Means for sensing the operating pressure of the injected fluid material and when the operating pressure of the injected fluid material exceeds a predetermined value, the fluid material is contoured in the tubular member Means for allowing flow into a defined pressure chamber. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the portion of the tubular member includes a pressure portion of the tubular member.

  The above-described method of radially expanding and plastically deforming the expandable tubular member includes a step of limiting a radial expansion amount of the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the step of limiting the amount of expansion of the expandable tubular member in the radial direction includes the step of restricting another tube-shaped member to the amount of expansion of the expandable tubular member in the radial direction. The step of connecting to In one embodiment, another tubular member outlines one or more slots. In one embodiment, the tubular member has a higher ductility and lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  An instrument for radially expanding the aforementioned tubular member includes an expandable tubular member and an expansion connected to the expandable tubular member for radially expanding and plastically deforming the expandable tubular member. An apparatus and a tubular expansion limiter coupled to the expandable tubular member for limiting the degree of radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the tubular expansion limiter includes a tubular member that defines one or more slots. In one embodiment, the tubular expansion limiter includes a tubular member having a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the device further includes a locking device disposed within the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member, and the expansion coupled to the locking device. A tubular support member disposed in the tubular member and the expansion device. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the device further includes means for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member. In one embodiment, the device further includes means for sealing a contact surface between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member. In one embodiment, the device further includes means for sealing a contact surface between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for sensing operating pressure within the tubular support member. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for pressurizing the interior of the tubular support member.

  An instrument for radially expanding the aforementioned tubular member includes an expandable tubular member and an expansion connected to the expandable tubular member for radially expanding and plastically deforming the expandable tubular member. A device, a tubular expansion limiter connected to the expandable tubular member for limiting the degree of radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expandable tubular member, and removable to the expandable tubular member A locking device disposed in the connected expandable tubular member, a tubular support member disposed in the expandable tubular member connected to the locking device and the expansion device, and the expandable tube Means for conducting torque between the tubular member and the tubular support member; and a contact between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member. Means for sealing the surface, means for sensing the operating pressure in the tubular support member, and means for pressurizing the interior of the tubular support member, At least a portion has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.

  The above-described method of radially expanding the tubular member includes a step of arranging the tubular member and the adjustable expansion device in an existing structure, and pressurizing the inside of the tubular member to at least the tubular member. A step of partially expanding and plastically deforming a part, a step of limiting the degree of radial expansion and plastic deformation of the tubular member by pressurizing the inside of the tubular member, and the adjustable expansion device. Increasing the size, and radially expanding and plastically deforming another portion of the tubular member by movement of the adjustable expansion device relative to the tubular member. In one embodiment, the method further includes sensing an operating pressure within the tubular member. In one embodiment, the step of radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the tubular member by pressurizing a portion inside the tubular member includes injecting a fluid material into the tubular member. Sensing the operating pressure of the injected fluid material, and when the operating pressure of the injected fluid material exceeds a predetermined value, the fluid material is contoured in the tubular member. Allowing to flow into a defined pressure chamber. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the step of restricting the degree to which the part of the tubular member is radially expanded and plastically deformed by pressurizing the inside of the tubular member includes applying a force to the outside of the tubular member. Including the step of applying. In one embodiment, the step of applying a force to the outside of the tubular member includes a step of applying a variable force to the outside of the tubular member.

  The above-mentioned system for radially expanding the tubular member includes means for arranging the tubular member and the adjustable expansion device in an existing structure, and pressurizing the inside of the tubular member to form the tubular member. Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the tube member, and means for limiting the degree of radial expansion and plastic deformation of the tubular member by pressurizing the inside of the tubular member; Means for increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device and means for radially expanding and plastically deforming another portion of the tubular member by movement of the adjustable expansion device relative to the tubular member. In one embodiment, the method further includes means for sensing an operating pressure within the tubular member. In one embodiment, the means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the tubular member by pressurizing a portion inside the tubular member injects a fluid material into the tubular member. Means for sensing the operating pressure of the injected fluid material, and if the operating pressure of the injected fluid material exceeds a predetermined value, the fluid material is Means for allowing entry into a pressure chamber delineated within the tubular member. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation than after radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the means for restricting the degree to which the part of the tubular member is radially expanded and plastically deformed by pressurizing the inside of the tubular member is provided outside the tubular member. Including means for applying force. In one embodiment, the means for applying a force outside the tubular member includes a means for applying a variable force outside the tubular member.

  An instrument for radially expanding the aforementioned expandable tubular member includes an expandable tubular member, and a locking device disposed in the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member; An actuator disposed in the expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device, a tubular support member disposed in the expandable tubular member coupled to the actuator, and coupled to the tubular support member A first expansion device, a second expansion device coupled to the tubular support member, and an expandable tubular sleeve coupled to the second expansion device. In one embodiment, the outer diameters of the first and second expansion devices are not equal. In one embodiment, the outer diameter of the first expansion device is larger than the outer diameter of the second expansion device. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the outer diameter of both the first and second expansion devices is equal to or smaller than the outer diameter of the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the outer diameter of the expandable tubular sleeve is less than or equal to the outer diameter of the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the device further includes means for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for pressurizing the interior of the tubular support member. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for limiting axial movement of the expandable tubular sleeve. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for limiting axial movement of the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for conducting torque from the tubular support member to means for limiting axial movement of the expandable tubular sleeve. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for moving the first expansion device relative to the expandable tubular member, thereby causing the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plasticize. Deform. In one embodiment, the instrument further comprises means for moving the second expansion device relative to the expandable tubular sleeve, thereby causing the expandable tubular sleeve to radially expand and plasticize. Deform. In one embodiment, the wall thickness of the expandable tubular sleeve is variable. In one embodiment, the expandable tubular sleeve includes means for sealing a contact surface between the expandable tubular sleeve and the inner surface of the expandable tubular member.

  An instrument for radially expanding the aforementioned expandable tubular member includes an expandable tubular member and a locking device disposed in the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member. An actuator disposed in the expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device, a tubular support member disposed in the expandable tubular member coupled to the actuator, and the tubular support member A first expansion device coupled to the second expansion device coupled to the tubular support member, an expandable tubular sleeve coupled to the second expansion device, and the expandable tubular member Means for conducting torque between the support member and means for pressurizing the interior of the tubular support member; and the expandable tubular tube. Means for restricting axial movement of the probe, means for restricting axial movement of the expandable tubular member, and axial movement of the expandable tubular sleeve from the tubular support member. Means for transferring torque to the means for limiting, and for moving the first expansion device relative to the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular member. Means and means for moving the second expansion device relative to the expandable tubular sleeve to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular sleeve, wherein the first The expansion device has an outer diameter larger than the outer diameter of the second expansion device, and at least a part of the expandable tubular member has the radial direction before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It has higher ductility and lower yield point after expansion and plastic deformation, and the outer diameters of both the first and second expansion devices are not more than the outer diameter of the expandable tubular member, The wall thickness of the expandable tubular sleeve is variable and the expandable tubular sleeve has means for sealing a contact surface between the expandable tubular sleeve and the inner surface of the expandable tubular member. Is.

  The above-described method of radially expanding the tubular member includes a step of disposing the expandable tubular member and the expandable tubular sleeve in an existing structure, and at least a part of the expandable tubular member as the expandable tube. Radially expanding and plastically deforming toward the cylindrical sleeve, and radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve. In one embodiment, the method further includes radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve and simultaneously radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the expandable tubular member. Process. In one embodiment, the method further includes radially expanding and plastically deforming the portion of the expandable tubular sleeve and then radially expanding and plastically deforming another portion of the expandable tubular member. Process. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the wall thickness of the expandable tubular sleeve is variable. In one embodiment, the method further includes sealing a contact surface between an outer surface of the expandable tubular sleeve and an inner surface of the expandable tubular member.

  A system for radially expanding the aforementioned tubular member includes means for placing the expandable tubular member and the expandable tubular sleeve in an existing structure, and at least a portion of the expandable tubular member is expanded. Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming onto the expandable tubular sleeve, and means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve. In one embodiment, the system further radially expands and plastically deforms at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve and simultaneously expands and plastically deforms at least a portion of the expandable tubular member. Means for. In one embodiment, the system further radially expands and plastically deforms another portion of the expandable tubular member after radially expanding and plastically deforming the portion of the expandable tubular sleeve. Means for. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the wall thickness of the expandable tubular sleeve is variable. In one embodiment, the system further includes means for sealing a contact surface between the expandable tubular sleeve and the inner surface of the expandable tubular member.

  An instrument for radially expanding the expandable tubular member described above includes an expandable tubular member, and a locking device disposed in the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member; An actuator disposed in the expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device, a tubular support member disposed in the expandable tubular member coupled to the actuator, and coupled to the tubular support member An adjustable adjustable device, an unadjustable expansion device connected to the tubular support member, and an expandable tubular sleeve connected to the non-adjustable expansion device. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the outer diameter of the adjustable and non-adjustable expansion device is less than or equal to the outer diameter of the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the outer diameter of the expandable tubular sleeve is less than or equal to the outer diameter of the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the device further includes means for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for pressurizing the interior of the tubular support member. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for limiting axial movement of the expandable tubular sleeve. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for limiting axial movement of the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for conducting torque from the tubular support member to means for limiting axial movement of the expandable tubular sleeve. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for conducting torque from the tubular support member to means for limiting axial movement of the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for moving the adjustable expansion device relative to the expandable tubular member, thereby causing the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform. To do. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for passing the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member, thereby radially expanding and plastically deforming the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for applying a fluid force to pull the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member, thereby radially expanding the expandable tubular member. And plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for moving the non-adjustable expansion device relative to the expandable tubular sleeve, thereby causing the expandable tubular sleeve to radially expand and plastically deform. To do. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for applying a fluid force to pass the non-adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular sleeve, thereby radially expanding the expandable tubular sleeve. And plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the wall thickness of the expandable tubular sleeve is variable. In one embodiment, the expandable tubular sleeve includes means for sealing a contact surface between the expandable tubular sleeve and the inner surface of the expandable tubular member.

  An instrument for radially expanding the aforementioned expandable tubular member includes an expandable tubular member, and a locking device disposed in the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member; An actuator disposed in the expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device, a tubular support member disposed in the expandable tubular member coupled to the actuator, and coupled to the tubular support member Adjustable expansion device, non-adjustable expansion device coupled to the tubular support member, expandable tubular sleeve coupled to the non-adjustable expansion device, the expandable tubular member, and the tubular support Means for transmitting torque to and from the member; means for pressurizing the interior of the tubular support member; and the expandable tube. Means for restricting axial movement of the sleeve-like sleeve, means for restricting axial movement of the expandable tubular member, and axial movement of the expandable tubular sleeve from the tubular support member Means for transmitting torque to the means for restricting, means for conducting torque from the tubular support member to means for restricting axial movement of the expandable tubular member, and Means for applying a fluid force to pass the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular member; and Means for applying a fluid force to pass through the expandable tubular sleeve, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular member is in the radial direction Before stretching and plastic deformation, having a higher ductility and lower yield point than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation, wherein at least a part of the expandable tubular sleeve is before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. And having a higher ductility and a lower yield point than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation, the outer diameters of both the adjustable and non-adjustable expansion devices are less than or equal to the outer diameter of the expandable tubular member The expandable tubular sleeve has an outer diameter that is less than or equal to an outer diameter of the expandable tubular member, the wall thickness of the expandable tubular sleeve is variable, and the expandable tubular sleeve is Means for sealing the contact surface between the expandable tubular sleeve and the inner surface of the expandable tubular member.

  The method of radially expanding the tubular member described above includes the steps of placing the expandable tubular member, the expandable tubular sleeve, and the adjustable expansion device within an existing structure, and increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device. And a step of radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a part of the expandable tubular member on the expandable tubular sleeve using the adjustable expansion device, and the expandable tubular sleeve A step of radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a part thereof. In one embodiment, the method further includes radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve and simultaneously radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the expandable tubular member. Process. In one embodiment, the method further includes radially expanding and plastically deforming the portion of the expandable tubular sleeve and then radially expanding and plastically deforming another portion of the expandable tubular member. Process. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the wall thickness of the expandable tubular sleeve is variable. In one embodiment, the method further includes sealing a contact surface between an outer surface of the expandable tubular sleeve and an inner surface of the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the method further includes passing the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the method further includes using fluid pressure to pass the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member.

  A system for radially expanding the tubular member described above includes a means for placing the expandable tubular member, the expandable tubular sleeve, and the adjustable expansion device within an existing structure, and the size of the adjustable expansion device. And means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the expandable tubular member onto the expandable tubular sleeve using the adjustable expansion device; Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve. In one embodiment, the system further radially expands and plastically deforms at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve and simultaneously expands and plastically deforms at least a portion of the expandable tubular member. Means for. In one embodiment, the system further radially expands and plastically deforms another portion of the expandable tubular member after radially expanding and plastically deforming the portion of the expandable tubular sleeve. Means for. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the wall thickness of the expandable tubular sleeve is variable. In one embodiment, the system further includes means for sealing a contact surface between the outer surface of the expandable tubular sleeve and the inner surface of the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the system further includes means for pulling the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the system further includes means for drawing the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member using fluid pressure.

  An instrument for radially expanding the aforementioned expandable tubular member includes an expandable tubular member, and a locking device disposed in the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member; An actuator disposed in the expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device, a tubular support member disposed in the expandable tubular member coupled to the actuator, and coupled to the tubular support member And an adjustable expansion device disposed within the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the device further includes an expandable tubular sleeve coupled to one end of the expandable tubular member that receives the adjustable expansion device. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the device further includes means for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for pressurizing the interior of the tubular support member. In one embodiment, the actuator includes means for moving the adjustable expansion device relative to the expandable tubular member, thereby radially expanding and plastically deforming the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the actuator further includes means for passing the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member, thereby radially expanding and plastically deforming the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the actuator further includes means for applying a fluid force to pass the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member, thereby causing the expandable tubular member to move. Radially expanded and plastically deformed. In one embodiment, the instrument further includes means for adjusting the size of the adjustable expansion device.

  An instrument for radially expanding the expandable tubular member described above includes an expandable tubular member, and a locking device disposed in the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member; An actuator disposed in the expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device, a tubular support member disposed in the expandable tubular member coupled to the actuator, and coupled to the tubular support member An adjustable expansion device disposed within the expanded tubular member formed; an expandable tubular sleeve coupled to one end of the expandable tubular member that receives the adjustable expansion device; and the expandable tube Means for conducting torque between the tubular member and the tubular support member, and pressurizing the interior of the tubular support member Means for adjusting the size of the adjustable expansion device, and pulling the adjustable expansion device to the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular member. Means for applying a fluid force to pass, wherein at least a part of the expandable tubular member is higher before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation At least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It has.

  The above-described method of radially expanding the tubular member includes the steps of placing the expandable tubular member, the expandable tubular sleeve, and the adjustable expansion device in an existing structure, the expandable tubular member, and the expansion Increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device to radially expand and plastically deform at least a portion of at least one of the expandable tubular sleeves; and using the adjustable expansion device to at least separate the expandable tubular member A step of radially expanding and plastically deforming the portion of In one embodiment, at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the method further includes passing the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the method further includes using fluid pressure to pass the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member.

  A system for radially expanding the aforementioned tubular member comprises means for placing the expandable tubular member, the expandable tubular sleeve, and the adjustable expansion device in an existing structure, the expandable tubular member, Means for increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device to radially expand and plastically deform at least a portion of at least one of the expandable tubular sleeve; and the expandable tubular shape using the adjustable expansion device Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least another part of the member. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. In one embodiment, the system further includes means for pulling the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member. In one embodiment, the system further includes means for drawing the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member using fluid pressure.

  It should be understood that variations can be made to the foregoing without departing from the scope of the invention. For example, the disclosure of embodiments of the present invention can be used to provide a well casing, pipeline, or structural support. Furthermore, some or all of the embodiments described above may be used in combination with the elements of the various embodiments and all or part of the disclosure. In addition, one or more of the elements and disclosures of the various embodiments described above may be omitted at least in part and / or one or more of the elements and disclosures of the various embodiments described above may be at least partially omitted. Can be combined.

  While embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, a wide range of modifications, changes and substitutions to the foregoing disclosure are contemplated. In some examples, some features of the present invention may be employed without using corresponding other features. Accordingly, the appended claims should be construed broadly and in a manner consistent with the scope of the present invention.

FIG. 1 is a partial cross-sectional view of an example of an expandable tubular member disposed within an existing structure. FIG. 2 is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 1 after placing the expansion device within the expandable tubular member. FIG. 3 is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 2 after operating the expansion device within the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform a portion of the expandable tubular member. It is. FIG. 4 is a partial cross-section of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 3 after operating the expansion device within the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform another portion of the expandable tubular member. FIG. FIG. 5 illustrates an example of stress / strain curves for several portions of the expandable tubular member of FIGS. FIG. 6 illustrates an example of yield strength versus ductility curves for at least a portion of the expandable tubular member of FIGS. FIG. 7 is a partial cross-sectional view of an example of a series of overlapping expandable tubular members. FIG. 8 is a partial cross-sectional view of an example of an expandable tubular member disposed within an existing structure. FIG. 9 is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 8 after the expansion device is positioned within the expandable tubular member. FIG. 10 is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 9 after operating the expansion device within the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform a portion of the expandable tubular member. It is. FIG. 11 is a partial cross-section of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 10 after operating the expansion device within the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform another portion of the expandable tubular member. FIG. FIG. 12 illustrates an example of stress / strain curves for several portions of the expandable tubular member of FIGS. FIG. 13 illustrates an example of yield strength versus ductility curves for at least a portion of the expandable tubular member of FIGS. FIG. 14 is a partial cross-sectional view of an example of an expandable tubular member disposed within an existing structure. FIG. 15 is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 14 after the expansion device is positioned within the expandable tubular member. 16 is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 15 after operating the expansion device within the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform a portion of the expandable tubular member. It is. FIG. 17 is a partial cross-section of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 16 after operating the expansion device within the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform another portion of the expandable tubular member. FIG. FIG. 18 is a process diagram showing an embodiment of a method for processing an expandable tubular member. FIG. 19 illustrates an example of the yield strength versus ductility curve of at least a portion of the expandable tubular member during operation of the method of FIG. FIG. 20 illustrates a stress / strain curve for an example of an expandable tubular member. FIG. 21 illustrates a stress / strain curve for an example of an expandable tubular member. FIG. 22 shows an embodiment of radial expansion and plastic deformation of a part of a first tubular member having an internal thread connection at the end, and a tubular sleeve supported by the end of the first tubular member And a second cross-sectional view illustrating a second tubular member having an external screw connection portion engaged by a flange of the sleeve coupled to an internal screw connection portion of the first tubular member. The sleeve includes the flange at one end to increase axial compression load. FIG. 23 shows an embodiment of radial expansion and plastic deformation of a part of a first tubular member having an internal thread connection at the end, and an external connected to the internal thread connection portion of the first tubular member. FIG. 6 is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating an embodiment of a second tubular member having a threaded connection and a tubular sleeve supported by the ends of both tubular members. The sleeve includes flanges at both ends to increase axial force. FIG. 24 shows the radial expansion and plastic deformation of a part of the first tubular member having an internal screw connection at the end, and the external screw connection portion connected to the internal screw connection portion of the first tubular member. FIG. 3 is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating a second tubular member having a and an embodiment of a tubular sleeve supported by ends of both tubular members. The sleeve includes flanges at both ends to increase axial compression / axial load. FIG. 25 shows a radial expansion and plastic deformation of a part of the first tubular member having an internal screw connection at the end, and an external screw connection portion connected to the internal screw connection portion of the first tubular member. FIG. 3 is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating a second tubular member having a tube and an embodiment of a tubular sleeve supported by ends of both tubular members. The sleeve includes flanges at both ends with sacrificial material on itself. FIG. 26 shows a radial expansion and plastic deformation of a part of the first tubular member having an internal screw connection at the end, and an external screw connection portion connected to the internal screw connection portion of the first tubular member. FIG. 3 is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating a second tubular member having a and an embodiment of a tubular sleeve supported by ends of both tubular members. The sleeve includes a thin-walled cylinder made of sacrificial material. FIG. 27 shows a radial expansion and plastic deformation of a part of the first tubular member having an internal screw connection at the end, and an external screw connection portion connected to the internal screw connection portion of the first tubular member. FIG. 3 is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating a second tubular member having a tube and an embodiment of a tubular sleeve supported by ends of both tubular members. The sleeve includes a variable thickness along its length. FIG. 28 shows a radial expansion and plastic deformation of a part of the first tubular member having an internal screw connection at the end, and an external screw connection portion connected to the internal screw connection portion of the first tubular member. FIG. 3 is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating a second tubular member having a and an embodiment of a tubular sleeve supported by ends of both tubular members. The sleeve includes a member wound around a groove formed in the sleeve to vary the sleeve thickness. FIG. 29 is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating an example of an expandable connection. 30a-30c are partial cross-sectional views illustrating an example of an expandable connection. 30a-30c are partial cross-sectional views illustrating an example of an expandable connection. 30a-30c are partial cross-sectional views illustrating an example of an expandable connection. FIG. 31 is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating an example of an expandable connection. 32a and 32b are partial cross-sectional views illustrating the configuration of an example of an expandable connection. 32a and 32b are partial cross-sectional views illustrating the configuration of an example of an expandable connection. FIG. 33 is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating an example of an expandable connection. 34a, 34b, 34c are partial cross-sectional views illustrating an example of an expandable connection. 34a, 34b, 34c are partial cross-sectional views illustrating an example of an expandable connection. 34a, 34b, 34c are partial cross-sectional views illustrating an example of an expandable connection. FIG. 35a is a partial cross-sectional view illustrating an example of an expandable tubular member. FIG. 35b illustrates an example of the variation in yield point of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 35a. FIG. 36 a is a process diagram showing an embodiment of a method for processing a tubular member. FIG. 36b illustrates the microstructure of an example of a tubular member prior to thermal processing. FIG. 36c illustrates the microstructure of an example of a tubular member after thermal processing. FIG. 37a is a process diagram showing an embodiment of a method for processing a tubular member. FIG. 37b illustrates the microstructure of an example of a tubular member prior to thermal processing. FIG. 37c illustrates an example microstructure of a tubular member after thermal processing. FIG. 38a is a process diagram showing an embodiment of a method for processing a tubular member. FIG. 38b illustrates the microstructure of an example of a tubular member prior to thermal processing. FIG. 38c illustrates an example microstructure of a tubular member after thermal processing. FIG. 39a is a partial cross-sectional view of an example of an expandable tubular member disposed within an existing structure. FIG. 39b is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 39a after the adjustable expander and hydroforming (hydraulic forming) expander are placed in the expandable tubular member. FIG. 39c is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 39b after operating the hydroforming expansion device to radially expand and plastically deform at least a portion of the expandable tubular member. FIG. 39d is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 39c after operating the hydroforming expansion device to disengage from the expandable tubular member. FIG. 39e is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 39d after placing the adjustable expander within the radially expanded portion of the expandable tubular member and then adjusting the size of the adjustable expander It is. FIG. 39f is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 39e after operating the adjustable expansion device to radially expand another portion of the expandable tubular member. FIG. 40a is a partial cross-sectional view of an example of an expandable tubular member disposed within an existing structure. 40b is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 40a after placing the hydroforming expansion device within a portion of the expandable tubular member. 40c is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 40b after operating the hydroforming expansion device to radially expand and plastically deform at least a portion of the expandable tubular member. FIG. 40d is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 40c after placing the hydroforming expansion device within another portion of the expandable tubular member. 40e is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 40d after operating the hydroforming expansion device to radially expand and plastically deform at least another portion of the expandable tubular member. FIG. 40f is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 40e after placing the hydroforming expansion device in another portion of the expandable tubular member. FIG. 40g is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 40f after operating the hydroforming expansion device to radially expand and plastically deform at least another portion of the expandable tubular member. FIG. 41a is a partial cross-sectional view of an example of an expandable tubular member disposed within an existing structure, the lowest tubular member including a valve adjustable passage. FIG. 41b is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 40a after placing the hydroforming expansion device in the lowest expandable tubular member. 41c is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 41b after operating the hydroforming expansion device to radially expand and plastically deform at least a portion of the lowest expandable tubular member. . 41d is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 41c after removal of the hydroforming expansion device from within the lowest expandable tubular member. FIG. 41e is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 41d after placing the adjustable expansion device in the radially expanded and plastically deformed portion of the lowest expandable tubular member. 41f is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 41e after operating the adjustable expansion device to interlock the radially expanded and plastically deformed portions of the lowest expandable tubular member. is there. FIG. 41g is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 41f after operating the adjustable expansion device to radially expand and plastically deform at least another portion of the expandable tubular member. FIG. 41h is a partial cross-sectional view of a 41g expandable tubular member after machining and releasing the bottom expandable tubular member. FIG. 42a is a partial cross-sectional view of an example of a tubular member disposed within an existing structure, one of the tubular members including one or more radial passages. 42b is a partial cross-sectional view of the tubular member of FIG. 42a after placing the hydroforming casing patch device in the tubular member having a radial passage. 42c is a partial cross-section of the tubular member of FIG. 42b after operating the hydroforming expansion device to cause the tubular casing patch to radially expand and plastically deform and interlock with the tubular member having a radial passage. FIG. FIG. 42d is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 41c after the hydroforming expansion device has been detached from the tubular member having a radial passage. 42e is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 41d after removing the hydroforming expansion device from the tubular member having a radial passage. FIG. 43 is a schematic diagram of an embodiment of a hydroforming expansion device. 44a-44b are process diagrams illustrating an example of a method of operating the hydroforming expansion device of FIG. 44a-44b are process diagrams illustrating an example of a method of operating the hydroforming expansion device of FIG. FIG. 45a is a partial cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a radial expansion system disposed in a cased section of a well. FIG. 45b is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 45a after placing the ball in the throat passage of the system. 45c is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 45b during injection of fluid material to rupture the rupture disc of the system. FIG. 45d is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 45c during continuous infusion of fluid material to radially expand and plastically deform at least a portion of the tubular liner hanger. FIG. 45e is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 45d during continuous infusion of fluid material to adjust the size of the adjustable dilator assembly. FIG. 45f is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 45e during movement of the adjustable dilator assembly to radially expand another portion of the tubular liner hanger. FIG. 45g is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 45f after removing the system from the well. FIG. 46a is a partial cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a radial expansion system disposed in a cased section of a well. 46b is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 46a after the plug has been placed in the throat passage of the system. 46c is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 46b during injection of fluid material to rupture the rupture disc of the system. 46d is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 46c during continuous infusion of fluid material to radially expand and plastically deform at least a portion of the tubular liner hanger. FIG. 46e is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 46d during continuous infusion of fluid material to adjust the size of the adjustable dilator assembly. 46f is a partial cross-sectional view of the expandable tubular member of FIG. 46e during movement of the adjustable dilator assembly to radially expand another portion of the tubular liner hanger. FIG. 46g is a top view of a portion of an embodiment of the expansion limiter sleeve prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expansion limiter sleeve. FIG. 46h is a top view of a portion of the expansion limiter sleeve of FIG. 46g after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expansion limiter sleeve. 46i is a top view of a portion of an embodiment of an expansion limiter sleeve prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expansion limiter sleeve. 46ia is a partial cross-sectional view of the expansion limiter sleeve of FIG. 46i. 46j is a top view of a portion of the expansion limiter sleeve of FIG. 46i after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expansion limiter sleeve. FIG. 47a is a partial cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a system for radially expanding and plastically deforming a tubular member during injection of a curable fluid sealing material into the system. FIG. 47b is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 47a while a plug is subsequently placed in the flow passage of the system to allow pressurization to the passage of the system. FIG. 47 c then subsequently pressurizes the flow passage of the system to move and move the expansion cone of the system to radially expand and plastically deform a portion of the expandable tubular casing. FIG. 47b is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 47b. FIG. 47d then operates and moves the expansion cone of the system to radially expand and plastically deform a further portion of the expandable tubular casing and a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve. FIG. 47b is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 47c, with resultant and continuous pressurization of the system flow passages. FIG. 47e subsequently pressurizes the flow passage of the system to operate and move the expansion cone of the system to radially expand and plastically deform further portions of the expandable tubular casing. FIG. 47b is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 47d inside. FIG. 48a is a partial cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a system for radially expanding and plastically deforming a tubular member during injection of a curable fluid sealing material into the system. FIG. 48b is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 48a while a plug is placed in the flow passage of the system to allow pressurization of the system passage. FIG. 48c is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 48b, subsequently pressurizing the flow passage of the system to operate and adjust the size of the system's adjustable expansion device. FIG. 48d is a view of FIG. 48c during pressurization of the system flow passage to subsequently operate and move the expansion device of the system to radially expand and plastically deform a portion of the expandable tubular casing. It is a fragmentary sectional view of a system. FIG. 48e shows that the system expander is then operated and moved to radially expand and plastically deform a further portion of the expandable tubular casing and a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve. FIG. 48d is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 48d during continuous pressurization of the system flow passage. FIG. 48f is a diagram during subsequent pressurization of the system's flow passage to operate and move the expansion cone of the system to radially expand and plastically deform additional portions of the expandable tubular casing. FIG. 48e is a partial cross-sectional view of the system 48e. FIG. 49a is a partial cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a system for radially expanding and plastically deforming a tubular member during injection of a curable fluid sealing material into the system. FIG. 49b is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 49a after a plug has been placed in the flow passage of the system to allow pressurization of the system passage. FIG. 49c is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 49b during subsequent pressurization of the system's flow passage to operate and adjust the size of the system's adjustable expansion device. FIG. 49d is a view of FIG. 49c during pressurization of the system flow passage to subsequently operate and move the expansion device of the system to radially expand and plastically deform a portion of the expandable tubular casing. It is a fragmentary sectional view of a system. FIG. 49e shows that the system expander can then be operated and moved to radially expand and plastically deform a further portion of the expandable tubular casing and a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve. FIG. 49d is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 49d during continuous pressurization of the system flow passage. FIG. 49f is a view during subsequent pressurization of the system's flow passage to operate and move the expansion cone of the system to radially expand and plastically deform further portions of the expandable tubular casing. FIG. 49e is a partial cross-sectional view of the system 49e. FIG. 50a is a partial cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a system for radially expanding and plastically deforming a tubular member during injection of a curable fluid sealing material into the system. FIG. 50a is a partial cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a system for radially expanding and plastically deforming a tubular member during injection of a curable fluid sealing material into the system. FIG. 50a is a partial cross-sectional view of an embodiment of a system for radially expanding and plastically deforming a tubular member during injection of a curable fluid sealing material into the system. FIG. 50b is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 50a while a plug is subsequently placed in the flow passage of the system to allow pressurization to the system passage. FIG. 50c is a view of FIG. 50b during pressurization of the system flow passage to subsequently operate and adjust the adjustable dilator of the system to radially expand and plastically deform a portion of the expandable sleeve. It is a fragmentary sectional view of a system. FIG. 50c is a view of FIG. 50b during pressurization of the system flow passage to subsequently operate and adjust the adjustable dilator of the system to radially expand and plastically deform a portion of the expandable sleeve. It is a fragmentary sectional view of a system. FIG. 50c is a view of FIG. 50b during pressurization of the system flow passage to subsequently operate and adjust the adjustable dilator of the system to radially expand and plastically deform a portion of the expandable sleeve. It is a fragmentary sectional view of a system. FIG. 50d then operates and moves the expansion device of the system to radially expand and plastically deform a portion of the expandable tubular casing so that the expandable tubular casing is in contact with the casing lock assembly. FIG. 50c is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 50c during pressurization of the system flow passage to disengage. FIG. 50e is then continuously pressurizing the flow passage of the system to operate and move the expansion device of the system to radially expand and plastically deform further portions of the expandable tubular casing. FIG. 50d is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 50d. FIG. 50f is a partial cross-sectional view of the system of FIG. 50b during emergency release of the expandable tubular casing from engagement with the locking dog of the casing lock assembly.

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A method of forming a tubular liner in an existing structure,
Placing a tubular assembly within the existing structure;
Radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular assembly within the existing structure,
Prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the tubular assembly, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is one having a lower yield point than another portion of the tubular assembly.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. .   2. The method of claim 1, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has an inner diameter that is greater than other portions of the tubular assembly after radial expansion and plastic deformation. 6. The method of claim 5, further comprising:
Placing another tubular assembly in the existing structure in an overlapping relationship with the tubular assembly;
Radially expanding and plastically deforming said another tubular assembly within said existing structure,
Prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the tubular assembly, a predetermined portion of the other tubular assembly is one having a lower yield point than another portion of the another tubular assembly.   7. The method of claim 6, wherein an inner diameter of the radially expanded and plastically deformed another portion of the tubular assembly is an inner diameter of the radially expanded and plastically deformed another portion of the another tubular assembly. Are equal.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has one end of the tubular assembly.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of predetermined portions of the tubular assembly.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of predetermined portions spaced apart from the tubular assembly.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein another portion of the tubular assembly has one end of the tubular assembly.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein another portion of the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of other portions of the tubular assembly.   2. The method of claim 1 wherein another portion of the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of separate portions spaced apart from the tubular assembly.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of tubular members connected to each other by corresponding tubular connectors.   15. The method of claim 14, wherein the tubular coupler has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly and the tubular member has another portion of the tubular assembly.   15. The method of claim 14, wherein one or more of the tubular couplers has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly.   15. The method of claim 14, wherein one or more of the tubular members has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly defines one or more openings.   19. The method of claim 18, wherein one or more of the openings has a slot.   19. The method of claim 18, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than one.   The method of claim 1, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than one.   The method of claim 1 wherein the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 1, and the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12. Is.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a first steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, P 0.01%, S 0.002%, Si 0.24%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.02%.   25. The method of claim 24, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly. The yield point of at least about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   25. The method of claim 24, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. Is at least about 40% higher than the yield point.   25. The method of claim 24, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a second steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, P 0.017%, S 0.004%, Si 0.29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.03%.   29. The method of claim 28, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly. The yield point of is at least about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   29. The method of claim 28, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. Is at least about 28% higher than the yield point.   29. The method of claim 28, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a third steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, P 0.006%, S 0.003%, Si 0.30%, Cu 0.16%, Ni 0.05% and Cr 0.05%.   35. The method of claim 32, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a fourth steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.02% C, 1.31% Mn, P 0.02%, S 0.001%, Si 0.45%, Ni 9.1%, and Cr 18.7%.   35. The method of claim 34, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   The method of claim 1, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly. The yield point of at least about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   The method of claim 1, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. Is at least about 40% higher than the yield point.   The method of claim 1, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   The method of claim 1, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly. The yield point of is at least about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   The method of claim 1, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. Is at least about 28% higher than the yield point.   The method of claim 1, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   The method of claim 1, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   The method of claim 1, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is between about 1.04 and about 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   The method of claim 1, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is between about 47.6 ksi and about 61.7 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   The method of claim 1, wherein the extensibility factor of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein a scalability factor of a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than a scalability factor of another portion of the tubular assembly.   2. The method of claim 1 wherein the tubular assembly has a well casing.   2. The method of claim 1 wherein the tubular assembly has a pipeline.   2. The method of claim 1 wherein the tubular assembly has a structural support.   An expandable tubular member having a steel alloy, wherein the steel alloy is 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, 0.01% P, 0.002% S, 0.00% Si. 24%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01%, Cr 0.02%.   52. The tubular member of claim 51, wherein the yield point of the tubular member is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the tubular member is the radial expansion and plastic deformation. Later it is at least 65.9 ksi.   52. The tubular member of claim 51, wherein the yield point of the tubular member after radial expansion and plastic deformation is at least about 40% higher than the yield point of the tubular member before radial expansion and plastic deformation. Is.   52. The tubular member of claim 51, wherein the anisotropy of the tubular member is about 1.48 prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation.   52. The tubular member of claim 51, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   52. The tubular member according to claim 51, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   52. The tubular member of claim 51, wherein the tubular member has a structural support.   An expandable tubular member having a steel alloy, wherein the steel alloy is 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, 0.017% P, 0.004% S, 0.00% Si. 29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01%, Cr 0.03%.   59. The tubular member of claim 58, wherein the yield point of the tubular member is at most about 57.8 ksi before radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the tubular member is the radial expansion and plastic deformation. Later it will be a minimum of 74.4 ksi.   59. The tubular member of claim 58, wherein the yield point of the tubular member after radial expansion and plastic deformation is at least about 28% higher than the yield point of the tubular member before radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is.   59. The tubular member of claim 58, wherein the anisotropy of the tubular member is about 1.04 prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation.   59. The tubular member of claim 58, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   59. The tubular member according to claim 58, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   59. The tubular member of claim 58, wherein the tubular member has a structural support.   An expandable tubular member having a steel alloy, wherein the steel alloy is 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, 0.006% P, 0.003% S, 0.00% Si. 30%, Cu 0.16%, Ni 0.05%, Cr 0.05%.   66. The tubular member of claim 65, wherein the anisotropy of the tubular member is about 1.92 before radial expansion and plastic deformation.   66. The tubular member of claim 65, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   66. The tubular member according to claim 65, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   66. The tubular member of claim 65, wherein the tubular member has a structural support.   An expandable tubular member having a steel alloy, wherein the steel alloy is 0.02% C, 1.31% Mn, 0.02% P, 0.001% S, 0.00% Si. It has 45%, 9.1% Ni, and 18.7% Cr.   71. The tubular member of claim 70, wherein the anisotropy of the tubular member is about 1.34 before radial expansion and plastic deformation.   71. The tubular member of claim 70, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   71. The tubular member according to claim 70, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   71. The tubular member of claim 70, wherein the tubular member has a structural support.   An expandable tubular member, wherein the yield point of the expandable tubular member is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi before radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the expandable tubular member is the radial direction A minimum of 65.9 ksi after expansion and plastic deformation.   76. The tubular member of claim 75, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   76. The tubular member of claim 75, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   76. The tubular member of claim 75, wherein the tubular member has a structural support.   An expandable tubular member, wherein the yield point of the expandable tubular member after radial expansion and plastic deformation is at least about the yield point of the expandable tubular member before radial expansion and plastic deformation. 40% higher.   80. The tubular member of claim 79, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   80. The tubular member of claim 79, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   80. The tubular member of claim 79, wherein the tubular member has a structural support.   The expandable tubular member, wherein the anisotropy of the expandable tubular member is at least about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   84. The tubular member of claim 83, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   84. The tubular member of claim 83, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   84. The tubular member of claim 83, wherein the tubular member has a structural support.   An expandable tubular member, wherein the yield point of the expandable tubular member is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi before the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the expandable tubular member is the radial direction A minimum of 74.4 ksi after expansion and plastic deformation.   90. The tubular member of claim 87, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   90. The tubular member of claim 87, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   88. The tubular member of claim 87, wherein the tubular member has a structural support.   An expandable tubular member, wherein the yield point of the expandable tubular member after radial expansion and plastic deformation is at least about the yield point of the expandable tubular member before radial expansion and plastic deformation. 28% higher.   92. The tubular member of claim 91, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   92. The tubular member of claim 91, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   92. The tubular member of claim 91, wherein the tubular member has a structural support.   The expandable tubular member, wherein the anisotropy of the expandable tubular member is at least about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   96. The tubular member of claim 95, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   The tubular member of claim 95, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   96. The tubular member of claim 95, wherein the tubular member has a structural support.   The expandable tubular member, wherein the anisotropy of the expandable tubular member is at least about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   99. The tubular member of claim 99, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   The tubular member according to claim 99, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   99. The tubular member of claim 99, wherein the tubular member has a structural support.   An expandable tubular member, wherein the anisotropy of the expandable tubular member is at least about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   104. The tubular member of claim 103, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   104. The tubular member of claim 103, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   104. The tubular member of claim 103, wherein the tubular member has a structural support.   The expandable tubular member, wherein the anisotropy of the expandable tubular member is about 1.04 to about 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   108. The tubular member of claim 107, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   108. The tubular member of claim 107, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   108. The tubular member of claim 107, wherein the tubular member has a structural support.   An expandable tubular member, wherein the yield point of the expandable tubular member is between about 47.6 ksi and about 61.7 ksi before the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   111. The tubular member of claim 111, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   The tubular member of claim 111, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   112. The tubular member of claim 111, wherein the tubular member has a structural support.   An expandable tubular member, wherein the expandability coefficient of the expandable tubular member is greater than 0.12 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   116. The tubular member of claim 115, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   116. The tubular member of claim 115, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   116. The tubular member of claim 115, wherein the tubular member has a structural support.   An expandable tubular member, wherein the expandable coefficient of the expandable tubular member is greater than the expandability coefficient of another portion of the expandable tubular member.   120. The tubular member of claim 119, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   120. The tubular member of claim 119, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   120. The tubular member of claim 119, wherein the tubular member has a structural support.   An expandable tubular member, which has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before radial expansion and plastic deformation before the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   124. The tubular member of claim 123, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   124. The tubular member of claim 123, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   124. The tubular member of claim 123, wherein the tubular member has a structural support. A method for radially expanding and plastically deforming a tubular assembly having a first tubular member coupled to a second tubular member, comprising:
Radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular assembly in an existing structure;
Using less work to radially expand each unit length of the second tubular member to radially expand each unit length of the first tubular member.   128. The method of claim 127, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   128. The method of claim 127, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   128. The method of claim 127, wherein the tubular member has a structural support. A system for radially expanding and plastically deforming a tubular assembly having a first tubular member coupled to a second tubular member, comprising:
Means for radially expanding the tubular assembly within an existing structure;
Means for using less work to radially expand each unit length of the second tubular member to radially expand each unit length of the first tubular member.   132. The system of claim 131, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   132. The system of claim 131, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   132. The system of claim 131, wherein the tubular member has a structural support. A method of manufacturing a tubular member,
Machining the tubular member until the tubular member is characterized by one or more intermediate features;
Placing the tubular assembly in an existing structure;
Processing the tubular member in the existing structure until the tubular member is characterized by one or more final characteristics.   138. The method of claim 135, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   136. The method of claim 135, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   138. The method of claim 135, wherein the tubular member has a structural support.   136. The method of claim 135, wherein the existing structure has a well that crosses the formation.   136. The method of claim 135, wherein the feature is selected from the group consisting of yield point and ductility. 135. The method of claim 135, wherein processing the tubular member within the existing structure until the tubular member is characterized by one or more final features:
The tube-shaped member has a step of radially expanding and plastically deforming in the existing structure. An instrument,
An expandable tubular assembly;
An expansion device coupled to the expandable tubular assembly;
An instrument wherein a predetermined portion of the expandable tubular assembly has a lower yield point than another portion of the expandable tubular assembly.   143. The instrument of claim 142, wherein the expansion device comprises a rotary expansion device.   143. The instrument of claim 142, wherein the expansion device comprises an expansion device that is axially movable.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein the expansion device comprises a reciprocating expansion device.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein the expansion device comprises a hydroforming expansion device.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein the expansion device comprises a propulsion type expansion device.   143. The instrument of claim 142, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point than another portion of the expandable tubular assembly.   143. The instrument of claim 142, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility than another portion of the expandable tubular assembly.   143. The instrument of claim 142, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a lower yield point than another portion of the expandable tubular assembly.   143. The instrument of claim 142, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has one end of the tubular assembly.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of predetermined portions of the tubular assembly.   143. The instrument of claim 142, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of spaced apart predetermined portions of the tubular assembly.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein another portion of the tubular assembly has one end of the tubular assembly.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein another portion of the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of other portions of the tubular assembly.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein another portion of the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of spaced apart portions of the tubular assembly.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of tubular members connected to each other by corresponding tubular connectors.   158. The device of claim 157, wherein the tubular coupler has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly, and the tubular member has another portion of the tubular assembly.   158. The device of claim 157, wherein one or more of the tubular couplers comprises a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly.   158. The device of claim 157, wherein one or more of the tubular members has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly.   143. The instrument of claim 142, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly defines one or more openings.   162. The device of claim 161, wherein one or more of the openings has a slot.   162. The device of claim 161, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than one.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than one.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 1, and the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12. Is.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a first steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, P 0.01%, S 0.002%, Si 0.24%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.02%.   168. The instrument of claim 167, wherein the predetermined yield point of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi.   168. The instrument of claim 167, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.48.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a second steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, P 0.017%, S 0.004%, Si 0.29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.03%.   171. The device of claim 170, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi.   170. The device of claim 170, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.04.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a third steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, P 0.006%, S 0.003%, Si 0.30%, Cu 0.16%, Ni 0.05% and Cr 0.05%.   178. The instrument of claim 173, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.92.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a fourth steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.02% C, 1.31% Mn, P 0.02%, S 0.001%, Si 0.45%, Ni 9.1%, and Cr 18.7%.   175. The device of claim 175, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a minimum of about 1.34.   143. The instrument of claim 142, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi.   143. The instrument of claim 142, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.48.   143. The instrument of claim 142, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi.   143. The instrument of claim 142, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.04.   143. The instrument of claim 142, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.92.   143. The instrument of claim 142, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.34.   143. The instrument of claim 142, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is from about 1.04 to about 1.92.   142. The instrument of claim 142, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is between about 47.6 ksi and about 61.7 ksi.   143. The instrument of claim 142, wherein the extensibility factor of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12.   143. The instrument of claim 142, wherein a scalability factor of a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than a scalability factor of another portion of the tubular assembly.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein the tubular assembly has a well casing.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein the tubular assembly comprises a pipeline.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein the tubular assembly has a structural support.   An expandable tubular member, wherein the yield point of the expandable tubular member after radial expansion and plastic deformation is at least about the yield point of the expandable tubular member before radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is 5.8% higher.   190. The tubular member of claim 190, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   190. The tubular member of claim 190, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   190. The tubular member of claim 190, wherein the tubular member has a structural support. A method for determining the extensibility of a selected tubular member, comprising:
Determining the anisotropy value of the selected tubular member;
Determining a strain hardening value of the selected tubular member;
Calculating the extensibility value of the selected tubular member by multiplying the anisotropy value by the strain hardening value.   195. The method of claim 194, wherein an anisotropy value greater than 0.12 indicates that the tubular member is suitable for radial expansion and plastic deformation.   195. The method of claim 194, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   195. The method of claim 194, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   195. The method of claim 194, wherein the tubular member has a structural support. A method of radial expansion and plastic deformation of a tubular member,
Selecting a tubular member;
Determining the anisotropy value of the selected tubular member;
Determining a strain hardening value of the selected tubular member;
Calculating the extensibility value of the selected tubular member by multiplying the anisotropic value by the strain hardening value;
Expanding and plastically deforming the selected tubular member when the anisotropy value is greater than 0.12.   199. The method of claim 199, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   199. The method of claim 199, wherein the tubular member has a pipeline.   200. The method of claim 199, wherein the tubular member has a structural support. 199. The method of claim 199, wherein the step of radially expanding and plastically deforming the selected tubular member comprises:
Inserting the selected tubular member into an existing structure;
Next, a step of radially expanding and plastically deforming the selected tubular member is included.   204. The method of claim 203, wherein the existing structure has a well that crosses the formation. A radially expandable tubular member device comprising:
A first tubular member;
A second tubular member that engages with the first tubular member to form a joint;
A sleeve that overlaps the first and second tubular members at the joint and connects the first and second tubular members;
A radially expandable tubular member device wherein, prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the device, a predetermined portion of the device has a lower yield point than another portion of the device.   205. The device of claim 205, wherein the predetermined portion of the device has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   205. The device of claim 205, wherein the predetermined portion of the device has a higher ductility prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   205. The device of claim 205, wherein the predetermined portion of the device has a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein the predetermined portion of the device has an inner diameter that is larger than another portion of the tubular assembly after radial expansion and plastic deformation. 209. The device of claim 209, further comprising:
Placing another instrument in the existing structure in an overlapping relationship with the instrument;
Expanding and plastically deforming said another instrument in said existing structure,
Prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the instrument, the predetermined part of the other instrument has a lower yield point than another part of the other instrument.   220. The device of claim 210, wherein an inner diameter of the radially expanded and plastically deformed other portion of the device is equal to an inner diameter of the radially expanded and plastically deformed another portion of the other device.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein the predetermined portion of the device comprises one end of the device.   205. The device of claim 205, wherein the predetermined portion of the device comprises a plurality of predetermined portions of the device.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein the predetermined portion of the device comprises a plurality of predetermined portions of the device that are spaced apart.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein another portion of the device has one end of the device.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein another portion of the device comprises a plurality of other portions of the device.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein the other portion of the device comprises a plurality of spaced apart portions of the device.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein the device comprises a plurality of tubular members connected together by corresponding tubular connectors.   218. The device of claim 218, wherein the tubular coupler has a predetermined portion of the device, and the tubular member has another portion of the device.   218. The device of claim 218, wherein one or more of the tubular couplers has a predetermined portion of the device.   218. The device of claim 218, wherein one or more of the tubular members has a predetermined portion of the device.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein the predetermined portion of the device defines one or more openings.   223. The device of claim 222, wherein one or more of the openings has a slot.   223. The device of claim 222, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than one.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than one.   205. The device of claim 205, wherein the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than 0.12.   205. The device of claim 205, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than 1, and the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than 0.12.   The device of claim 205, wherein the predetermined portion of the device comprises a first steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, and 0.01 P. %, S is 0.002%, Si is 0.24%, Cu is 0.01%, Ni is 0.01%, and Cr is 0.02%.   228. The instrument of claim 228, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is A minimum of about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   229. The appliance of claim 228, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the device after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is greater than a yield point of the predetermined portion of the device before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. At least about 40% higher.   229. The device of claim 228, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein the predetermined portion of the device comprises a second steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, and 0 P. 0.017%, S 0.004%, Si 0.29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.03%.   232. The instrument of claim 232, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is A minimum of about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   232. The device of claim 232, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the device after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is greater than a yield point of the predetermined portion of the device before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is at least about 28% higher.   235. The device of claim 232, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   The device of claim 205, wherein the predetermined portion of the device comprises a third steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, and 0 P. 0.006%, S 0.003%, Si 0.30%, Cu 0.16%, Ni 0.05% and Cr 0.05%.   236. The device of claim 236, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein the predetermined portion of the device comprises a fourth steel alloy, the steel alloy having 0.02% C, 1.31% Mn, and 0 P. 0.02%, S 0.001%, Si 0.45%, Ni 9.1%, Cr 18.7%.   238. The device of claim 238, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   The instrument of claim 205, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is A minimum of about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   205. The instrument of claim 205, wherein a yield point of a predetermined portion of the instrument after radial expansion and plastic deformation is greater than a yield point of a predetermined part of the instrument before radial expansion and plastic deformation. At least about 40% higher.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is at least about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   206. The instrument of claim 205, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is A minimum of about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   205. The instrument of claim 205, wherein a yield point of a predetermined portion of the instrument after radial expansion and plastic deformation is greater than a yield point of a predetermined part of the instrument before radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is at least about 28% higher.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is at least about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is at least about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   205. The device of claim 205, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is at least about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is between about 1.04 and about 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the device is between about 47.6 ksi and about 61.7 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   205. The instrument of claim 205, wherein a predetermined portion of the instrument has an expandability coefficient greater than 0.12 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein the scalability factor of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than the scalability factor of another portion of the device.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein the device has a well casing.   The instrument of claim 205, wherein the instrument comprises a pipeline.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein the device has a structural support. A radially expandable tubular member device comprising:
A first tubular member;
A second tubular member that engages with the first tubular member to form a joint;
A sleeve that overlaps the first and second tubular members at the joint and connects the first and second tubular members, and is formed on both tapered ends and adjacent tubular members. The sleeve having a flange engaged with the recess;
One of the tapered ends, which is a surface formed on the flange;
A radially expandable tubular member device wherein, prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the device, a predetermined portion of the device has a lower yield point than another portion of the device.   256. The instrument of claim 255, wherein the recess includes a tapered wall that mates with and engages the tapered end formed on the flange.   256. The device of claim 255, wherein the sleeve includes a flange at each tapered end, each tapered end being formed on a respective flange.   257. The device of claim 257, wherein each tubular member includes a recess.   258. The appliance of claim 258, wherein each flange is engaged with each of the recesses.   259. The device of claim 259, wherein each recess includes a tapered wall that mates with and engages the tapered end formed on the respective flange.   256. The instrument of claim 255, wherein the predetermined portion of the instrument has a higher ductility and a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   256. The instrument of claim 255, wherein the predetermined portion of the instrument has a higher ductility before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   256. The instrument of claim 255, wherein the predetermined portion of the instrument has a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   256. The device of claim 255, wherein the predetermined portion of the device has an inner diameter that is greater than another portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. 264. The device of claim 264, further comprising:
Placing another instrument in the existing structure in an overlapping relationship with the instrument;
Having the step of radially expanding and plastically deforming the other instrument in the existing structure,
Prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the instrument, the predetermined part of the other instrument has a lower yield point than another part of the other instrument.   265. The device of claim 265, wherein an inner diameter of another portion of the device that has been radially expanded and plastically deformed is equal to an inner diameter of the other portion of the other device that has been radially expanded and plastically deformed.   256. The instrument of claim 255, wherein the predetermined portion of the instrument has one end of the instrument.   256. The device of claim 255, wherein the predetermined portion of the device comprises a plurality of predetermined portions of the device.   258. The instrument of claim 255, wherein the predetermined portion of the instrument comprises a plurality of predetermined portions of the instrument that are spaced apart.   256. The instrument of claim 255, wherein another portion of the instrument has one end of the instrument.   258. The device of claim 255, wherein another portion of the device comprises a plurality of different portions of the device.   258. The device of claim 255, wherein another portion of the device comprises a plurality of spaced apart portions of the device.   258. The device of claim 255, wherein the device comprises a plurality of tubular members coupled together by corresponding tubular connectors.   273. The device of claim 273, wherein the tubular coupler has a predetermined portion of the device, and the tubular member has another portion of the device.   273. The device of claim 273, wherein one or more of the tubular couplers has a predetermined portion of the device.   273. The device of claim 273, wherein one or more of the tubular members has a predetermined portion of the device.   258. The device of claim 255, wherein the predetermined portion of the device defines one or more openings.   277. The device of claim 277, wherein one or more of the openings has a slot.   277. The device of claim 277, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than one.   256. The device of claim 255, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than one.   258. The device of claim 255, wherein the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than 0.12.   256. The device of claim 255, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than 1, and the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than 0.12.   259. The instrument of claim 255, wherein the predetermined portion of the instrument comprises a first steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, and P. It has 0.017%, S 0.002%, Si 0.24%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.02%.   283. The instrument of claim 283, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is A minimum of about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   283. The appliance of claim 283, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the appliance after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is greater than a yield point of the predetermined portion of the device before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. At least about 40% higher.   283. The device of claim 283, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   259. The instrument of claim 255, wherein the predetermined portion of the instrument comprises a second steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, and 0 P. 0.017%, S 0.004%, Si 0.29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.03%.   287. The device of claim 287, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the device is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the device is A minimum of about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   287. The instrument of claim 287, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is greater than a yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is at least about 28% higher.   287. The device of claim 287, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   259. The instrument of claim 255, wherein the predetermined portion of the instrument comprises a third steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, and 0 P. 0.006%, S 0.003%, Si 0.30%, Cu 0.16%, Ni 0.05% and Cr 0.05%.   291. The device of claim 291, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   259. The instrument of claim 255, wherein the predetermined portion of the instrument comprises a fourth steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.02% C, 1.31% Mn, and 0 P. 0.02%, S 0.001%, Si 0.45%, Ni 9.1%, Cr 18.7%.   293. The device of claim 293, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   256. The instrument of claim 255, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is A minimum of about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   256. The instrument of claim 255, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is greater than a yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. At least about 40% higher.   256. The instrument of claim 255, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the instrument is at least about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   259. The instrument of claim 255, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is A minimum of about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   256. The instrument of claim 255, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is greater than a yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is at least about 28% higher.   256. The instrument of claim 255, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the instrument is at least about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   The device of claim 255, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is at least about 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   The device of claim 255, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is a minimum of about 1.34 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   The device of claim 255, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the device is about 1.04 to about 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   258. The instrument of claim 255, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the instrument is between about 47.6 ksi and about 61.7 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   258. The device of claim 255, wherein the expandability coefficient of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than 0.12 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   258. The device of claim 255, wherein the expandability factor of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than the expandability factor of another portion of the device.   256. The instrument of claim 255, wherein the instrument has a well casing.   The device of claim 255, wherein the device comprises a pipeline.   256. The instrument of claim 255, wherein the instrument has a structural support. A method of joining radially expandable tubular members,
Providing a first tubular member;
Engaging the second tubular member with the first tubular member to form a joint;
Providing a sleeve;
A step of attaching a sleeve that overlaps the first and second tubular members at the joint and connects the first and second tubular members;
Attaching the sleeve, wherein the first tubular member, the second tubular member, and the sleeve define a tubular assembly;
Radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular assembly,
Prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a lower yield point than another portion of the tubular assembly; It is what has.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. .   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has an inner diameter that is greater than another portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. 314. The method of claim 314, further comprising:
Placing another tubular assembly in the existing structure in an overlapping relationship with the tubular assembly;
Radially expanding and plastically deforming said another tubular assembly within said existing structure,
Prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the tubular assembly, a predetermined portion of the other tubular assembly is one having a lower yield point than another portion of the another tubular assembly.   315. The method of claim 315, wherein an inner diameter of another portion of the tubular assembly that has been radially expanded and plastically deformed is that of another portion of the other tubular assembly that has been radially expanded and plastically deformed. Equal to the inner diameter.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has one end of the tubular assembly.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of predetermined portions of the tubular assembly.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of spaced apart predetermined portions of the tubular assembly.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein another portion of the tubular assembly has one end of the tubular assembly.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein another portion of the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of other portions of the tubular assembly.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein another portion of the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of spaced apart portions of the tubular assembly.   309. The method of claim 310, wherein the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of tubular members connected to each other by corresponding tubular connectors.   323. The method of claim 323, wherein the tubular coupler has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly and the tubular member has another portion of the tubular assembly.   323. The method of claim 323, wherein one or more of the tubular couplers has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly.   323. The method of claim 323, wherein one or more of the tubular members has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly defines one or more openings.   327. The method of claim 327, wherein one or more of the openings has a slot.   327. The method of claim 327, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than one.   321. The method of claim 310, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than one.   309. The method of claim 310, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a strain hardening index greater than 0.12.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 1, and the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12. Is.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a first steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, P is 0.01%, S is 0.002%, Si is 0.24%, Cu is 0.01%, Ni is 0.01%, and Cr is 0.02%.   333. The method of claim 333, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly The yield point of at least about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   333. The method of claim 333, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. Is at least about 40% higher than the yield point.   333. The method of claim 333, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a second steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, P is 0.017%, S is 0.004%, Si is 0.29%, Cu is 0.01%, Ni is 0.01%, and Cr is 0.03%.   337. The method of claim 337, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at most about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point of is at least about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   337. The method of claim 337, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. Is at least about 28% higher than the yield point.   337. The method of claim 337, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a third steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, P is 0.006%, S is 0.003%, Si is 0.30%, Cu is 0.16%, Ni is 0.05%, and Cr is 0.05%.   341. The method of claim 341, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a fourth steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.02% C, 1.31% Mn, P has 0.02%, S has 0.001%, Si has 0.45%, Ni has 9.1%, and Cr has 18.7%.   343. The method of claim 343, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly. The yield point of at least about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein a yield point of a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after radial expansion and plastic deformation is a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation. Is at least about 40% higher than the yield point.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly. The yield point of is at least about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein a yield point of a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after radial expansion and plastic deformation is a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation. Is at least about 28% higher than the yield point.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.04 to about 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is between about 47.6 ksi and about 61.7 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein an expandability coefficient of a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein a scalability factor of a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than a scalability factor of another portion of the tubular assembly.   314. The method of claim 310, wherein the tubular assembly has a well casing.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the tubular assembly comprises a pipeline.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the tubular assembly has a structural support. A method of joining radially expandable tubular members,
Providing a first tubular member;
Engaging the second tubular member with the first tubular member to form a joint;
Providing a sleeve having opposite tapered ends and a flange, wherein one of the tapered ends is a surface formed on the flange;
A step of attaching the sleeve that overlaps the first and second tubular members at the joint and connects the first and second tubular members, wherein the flange is adjacent to the one tubular shape. Engaged in a recess formed in the member,
Attaching the sleeve, wherein the first tubular member, the second tubular member, and the sleeve define a tubular assembly;
Radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular assembly,
Prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a lower yield point than another portion of the tubular assembly; It is what has. 360. The method of claim 360, further comprising:
Providing a tapered wall in the recess for coupling and engagement with the tapered end formed on the flange. 360. The method of claim 360, further comprising:
Providing a flange at each tapered end, the method comprising providing the flange, wherein each tapered end is formed on a respective flange. 362. The method of claim 362, further comprising:
It has the process of providing a recessed part in each tubular member. 363. The method of claim 363, further comprising:
It has the process of engaging each flange with each said recessed part. 364. The method of claim 364, further comprising:
Providing a tapered wall in each recess for coupling and engaging with the tapered end formed on each of the flanges.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. .   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has an inner diameter that is greater than another portion of the tubular assembly after radial expansion and plastic deformation. 369. The method of claim 369, further comprising:
Placing another tubular assembly in the existing structure in an overlapping relationship with the tubular assembly;
Radially expanding and plastically deforming said another tubular assembly within said existing structure,
Prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the tubular assembly, a predetermined portion of the other tubular assembly is one having a lower yield point than another portion of the another tubular assembly.   370. The method of claim 370, wherein an inner diameter of another portion of the tubular assembly that has been radially expanded and plastically deformed is that of another portion of the other tubular assembly that has been radially expanded and plastically deformed. Equal to the inner diameter.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly includes one end of the tubular assembly.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of predetermined portions of the tubular assembly.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of spaced apart predetermined portions of the tubular assembly.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein another portion of the tubular assembly has one end of the tubular assembly.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein another portion of the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of other portions of the tubular assembly.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein another portion of the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of spaced apart portions of the tubular assembly.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of tubular members connected to each other by corresponding tubular connectors.   378. The method of claim 378, wherein the tubular coupler has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly and the tubular member has another portion of the tubular assembly.   378. The method of claim 378, wherein one or more of the tubular couplers has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly.   378. The method of claim 378, wherein one or more of the tubular members has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly defines one or more openings.   382. The method of claim 382, wherein one or more of the openings has a slot.   382. The method of claim 382, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than one.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than one.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 1, and the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12. Is.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a first steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, P is 0.01%, S is 0.002%, Si is 0.24%, Cu is 0.01%, Ni is 0.01%, and Cr is 0.02%.   388. The method of claim 388, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point of at least about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   388. The method of claim 388, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. Is at least about 40% higher than the yield point.   388. The method of claim 388, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a second steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, P is 0.017%, S is 0.004%, Si is 0.29%, Cu is 0.01%, Ni is 0.01%, and Cr is 0.03%.   392. The method of claim 392, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly. The yield point of is at least about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   392. The method of claim 392, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after radial expansion and plastic deformation is a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. Is at least about 28% higher than the yield point.   392. The method of claim 392, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a third steel alloy, wherein the steel alloy is 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, P is 0.006%, S is 0.003%, Si is 0.30%, Cu is 0.16%, Ni is 0.05%, and Cr is 0.05%.   396. The method of claim 396, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a fourth steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.02% C, 1.31% Mn, P has 0.02%, S has 0.001%, Si has 0.45%, Ni has 9.1%, and Cr has 18.7%.   398. The method of claim 398, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.34 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly. The yield point of at least about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. Is at least about 40% higher than the yield point.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly. The yield point of is at least about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation. Is at least about 28% higher than the yield point.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is from about 1.04 to about 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is between about 47.6 ksi and about 61.7 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the extensibility factor of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein a scalability factor of a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than a scalability factor of another portion of the tubular assembly.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the tubular assembly has a well casing.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the tubular assembly comprises a pipeline.   360. The method of claim 360, wherein the tubular assembly has a structural support.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein at least a portion of the sleeve comprises a frangible material.   205. The device of claim 205, wherein the wall thickness of the sleeve is variable.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein at least a portion of the sleeve comprises a frangible material.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the sleeve has a variable wall thickness. The device of claim 205, further comprising:
Having means for increasing the axial compressive load capacity of the joint between the first and second tubular members before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. It is. The device of claim 205, further comprising:
Having means for increasing the axial tensile load capacity of the joint between the first and second tubular members before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members; It is. The device of claim 205, further comprising:
Before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members, increase the axial compressive load capacity and axial tensile load capacity of the joint between the first and second tubular members. Have means for. The device of claim 205, further comprising:
It has means for avoiding stress concentration at the joint between the first and second tubular members before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. . The device of claim 205, further comprising:
Means for inducing stress in selected portions of the coupler between the first and second tubular members before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members; It is what you have.   205. The device of claim 205, wherein the sleeve is tensioned in the circumferential direction, and the first and second tubular members are circumferentially compressed. The method of claim 310, further comprising:
Maintaining the sleeve in circumferential tension;
Maintaining the first and second tubular members in circumferential compression.   205. The device of claim 205, wherein the sleeve is tensioned in the circumferential direction and the first and second tubular members are circumferentially compressed.   205. The device of claim 205, wherein the sleeve is tensioned in the circumferential direction and the first and second tubular members are circumferentially compressed. The method of claim 310, further comprising:
Maintaining the sleeve in circumferential tension;
Maintaining the first and second tubular members in circumferential compression. The method of claim 310, further comprising:
Maintaining the sleeve in circumferential tension;
Maintaining the first and second tubular members in circumferential compression.   419. The apparatus of claim 419, wherein the axial compressive load capability of the coupler between the first and second tubular members is before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. The means for increasing is tensioned in the circumferential direction, and the first and second tubular members are compressed in the circumferential direction.   420. The instrument of claim 420, wherein the axial tensile load capacity of the coupler between the first and second tubular members is measured before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. The means for increasing is tensioned in the circumferential direction, and the first and second tubular members are compressed in the circumferential direction.   421. The appliance of claim 421, wherein before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members, the axial compressive load capability of the coupler between the first and second tubular members and The means for increasing the axial tensile load capacity is provided with a tension in the circumferential direction, and the first and second tubular members are compressed in the circumferential direction.   422. The device of claim 422, to avoid stress concentration in a coupler between the first and second tubular members before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. The means is provided with a tension in the circumferential direction, and the first and second tubular members are compressed in the circumferential direction.   423. The device of claim 423, wherein stress is selected at a selected portion of the coupler between the first and second tubular members before and after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. The means for guiding the pressure is provided with a tension in the circumferential direction, and the first and second tubular members are compressed in the circumferential direction. An expandable tubular assembly comprising:
A first tubular member;
A second tubular member coupled to the first tubular member;
A first screw connection for connecting a part of the first and second tubular members;
A second screw connection spaced apart from the first screw connection for connecting another portion of the first and second tubular members;
A tubular sleeve for connecting and receiving ends of the first and second tubular members;
A sealing element disposed between the first and second spaced screw connections for sealing a contact surface between the first and second tubular members;
The sealing element is disposed in an annulus delineated between the first and second tubular members;
An expandable tubular assembly wherein, prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the assembly, a predetermined portion of the assembly has a lower yield point than another portion of the instrument.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the predetermined portion of the assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the predetermined portion of the assembly has a higher ductility prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the predetermined portion of the assembly has a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the predetermined portion of the assembly has an inner diameter that is larger than another portion of the tubular assembly after radial expansion and plastic deformation. 439. The assembly of claim 439, further comprising:
Placing another assembly in the existing structure in an overlapping relationship with the assembly;
Radially expanding and plastically deforming said another assembly within said existing structure,
Prior to radial expansion and plastic deformation of the assembly, the predetermined portion of the other assembly has a lower yield point than another portion of the other assembly.   440. The assembly of claim 440, wherein an inner diameter of the radially expanded and plastically deformed another portion of the assembly is equal to an inner diameter of the radially expanded and plastically deformed another portion of the another assembly.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the predetermined portion of the assembly is one end of the assembly.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the predetermined portion of the assembly comprises a plurality of predetermined portions of the assembly.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the predetermined portion of the assembly includes a plurality of predetermined portions spaced apart from the assembly.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein another portion of the assembly has one end of the assembly.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein another portion of the assembly includes a plurality of other portions of the assembly.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the other portion of the assembly includes a plurality of other portions spaced apart from the assembly.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the assembly includes a plurality of tubular members connected together by corresponding tubular connectors.   448. The assembly of claim 448, wherein the tubular coupler has a predetermined portion of the assembly and the tubular member has another portion of the assembly.   448. The assembly of claim 448, wherein one or more of the tubular couplers comprises a predetermined portion of the assembly.   448. The assembly of claim 448, wherein one or more of the tubular members has a predetermined portion of the assembly.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the predetermined portion of the assembly defines one or more openings.   The assembly of claim 452, wherein one or more of the openings has a slot.   The assembly of claim 452, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is greater than one.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is greater than one.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the assembly is greater than 0.12.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is greater than 1, and the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the assembly is greater than 0.12.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the predetermined portion of the assembly comprises a first steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, and P. It has 0.01%, S 0.002%, Si 0.24%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.02%.   458. The assembly of claim 458, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly is A minimum of about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   458. The assembly of claim 458, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is greater than a yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. At least about 40% higher.   458. The assembly of claim 458, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the predetermined portion of the assembly comprises a second steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, and P. It has 0.017%, S 0.004%, Si 0.29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01% and Cr 0.03%.   462. The assembly of claim 462, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly is A minimum of about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   462. The assembly of claim 462, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is greater than a yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is at least about 28% higher.   462. The assembly of claim 462, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the predetermined portion of the assembly comprises a third steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, and P. 0.006%, S 0.003%, Si 0.30%, Cu 0.16%, Ni 0.05%, Cr 0.05%.   466. The assembly of claim 466, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is about 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the predetermined portion of the assembly comprises a fourth steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.02% C, 1.31% Mn, and P. It has 0.02%, S 0.001%, Si 0.45%, Ni 9.1%, and Cr 18.7%.   468. The assembly of claim 468, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   516. The assembly of claim 516, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly is at most about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly is A minimum of about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is greater than a yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. At least about 40% higher.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is at least about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   473. The assembly of claim 473, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly is A minimum of about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is greater than a yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. It is at least about 28% higher.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is at least about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is at least about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is at least about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the assembly is about 1.04 to about 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the assembly is between about 47.6 ksi and about 61.7 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the expandability coefficient of the predetermined portion of the assembly is greater than 0.12 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the scalability factor of the predetermined portion of the assembly is greater than the scalability factor of another portion of the assembly.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the assembly has a well casing.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the assembly comprises a pipeline.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the assembly has a structural support.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the annulus is at least partially delineated by an irregular surface.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the annulus is at least partially delineated by a toothed surface.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the sealing element comprises an elastic material.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the sealing element comprises a metallic material.   435. The assembly of claim 435, wherein the sealing element comprises an elastic material and a metallic material. A method of joining radially expandable tubular members,
Providing a first tubular member;
Providing a second tubular member;
Providing a sleeve;
Attaching a sleeve that overlaps the first and second tubular members and connects the first and second tubular members;
Screwing the first and second tubular members at a first location;
Screw connecting the first and second tubular members at a second location spaced from the first location;
Sealing the contact surface between the first and second tubular members between the first and second locations using a compressible sealing element, the first tubular member and the first The sealing step wherein two tubular members, a sleeve and the sealing element define a tubular assembly;
Radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular assembly,
Prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a lower yield point than another portion of the tubular assembly; A joining method comprising:   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the sealing element includes an irregular surface.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the sealing element includes a toothed surface.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the sealing element comprises an elastic material.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the sealing element comprises a metallic material.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the sealing element comprises an elastic material and a metallic material.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. .   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has an inner diameter that is greater than another portion of the tubular assembly after radial expansion and plastic deformation. 490. The method of claim 490, further comprising:
Placing another tubular assembly in the existing structure in an overlapping relationship with the tubular assembly;
Radially expanding and plastically deforming said another tubular assembly within said existing structure,
Prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the tubular assembly, a predetermined portion of the other tubular assembly is one having a lower yield point than another portion of the another tubular assembly.   500. The method of claim 500, wherein an inner diameter of the radially expanded and plastically deformed another portion of the tubular assembly is equal to an inner diameter of the radially expanded and plastically deformed another portion of the other tubular assembly. Is.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has one end of the tubular assembly.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of predetermined portions of the tubular assembly.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of predetermined portions spaced apart from the tubular assembly.   490. The method of claim 490, another portion of the tubular assembly having one end of the tubular assembly.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein another portion of the tubular assembly comprises a plurality of other portions of the tubular assembly.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein another portion of the tubular assembly includes a plurality of other portions spaced apart from the tubular assembly.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the tubular assembly includes a plurality of tubular members connected together by corresponding tubular connectors.   508. The method of claim 508, wherein the tubular coupler has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly and the tubular member has another portion of the tubular assembly.   508. The method of claim 508, wherein one or more of the tubular couplers has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly.   508. The method of claim 508, wherein one or more of the tubular members has a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly defines one or more openings.   513. The method of claim 512, wherein one or more of the openings has a slot.   513. The method of claim 512, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than one.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than one.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 1, and the strain hardening index of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12. Is.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a first steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.085% C, 1.44% Mn, P is 0.01%, S is 0.002%, Si is 0.24%, Cu is 0.01%, Ni is 0.01%, and Cr is 0.02%.   518. The method of claim 518, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly The yield point of at least about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   518. The method of claim 518, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. Is at least about 40% higher than the yield point.   518. The method of claim 518, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a second steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, P is 0.017%, S is 0.004%, Si is 0.29%, Cu is 0.01%, Ni is 0.01%, and Cr is 0.03%.   522. The method of claim 522, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at most about 67.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point of is at least about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   522. The method of claim 522, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. Is at least about 28% higher than the yield point.   522. The method of claim 522, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a third steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, P is 0.006%, S is 0.003%, Si is 0.30%, Cu is 0.16%, Ni is 0.05%, and Cr is 0.05%.   526. The method of claim 526, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly comprises a fourth steel alloy, the steel alloy comprising 0.02% C, 1.31% Mn, P has 0.02%, S has 0.001%, Si has 0.45%, Ni has 9.1%, and Cr has 18.7%.   528. The method of claim 528, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 46.9 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly The yield point of at least about 65.9 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. Is at least about 40% higher than the yield point.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.48 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is a maximum of about 57.8 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, and wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is The yield point of is at least about 74.4 ksi after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein a yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly after the radial expansion and plastic deformation is a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. Is at least about 28% higher than the yield point.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.04 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.92 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is at least about 1.34 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the anisotropy of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is about 1.04 to about 1.92 before the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the yield point of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is between about 47.6 ksi and about 61.7 ksi prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein an expandability coefficient of a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12 prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein a scalability factor of a predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than a scalability factor of another portion of the tubular assembly.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the tubular assembly has a well casing.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the tubular assembly has a pipeline.   490. The method of claim 490, wherein the tubular assembly has a structural support.   205. The device of claim 205, wherein the sleeve comprises a plurality of spaced apart tubular sleeves that connect and receive ends of the first and second tubular members.   545. The device of claim 545, wherein the first tubular member has a first screw connection, the second tubular member has a second screw connection, and the first and second screw connections. Are connected to each other, at least one of the tubular sleeves is disposed opposite to the first screw connection, and at least one of the tubular sleeves is disposed opposite to the second screw connection. Is.   545. The device of claim 545, wherein the first tubular member has a first screw connection, the second tubular member has a second screw connection, and the first and second screw connections. Are connected to each other, and at least one of the tubular sleeves is not disposed on the opposite side of the first and second screw connections. The method of claim 310, further comprising:
Screwing the first and second tubular members at a first location;
Screw connecting the first and second tubular members at a second location spaced from the first location;
Providing a plurality of sleeves;
Attaching the sleeve in a place placed at an interval for connecting the first and second tubular members over the first and second tubular members.   548. The method of claim 548, wherein at least one of the tubular sleeves is disposed opposite to the first screw connection, and at least one of the tubular sleeves is opposite to the second thread connection. Is to be placed.   548. The method of claim 548, wherein at least one of the tubular sleeves is not disposed opposite to the first and second threaded connections. The device of claim 205, further comprising:
It has a screw connection for connecting a part of the first and second tubular members, and at least a part of the screw connection is upset.   551. The device of claim 551, wherein at least a portion of the tubular sleeve penetrates the first tubular member. The method of claim 310, further comprising:
A step of screw connecting the first and second tubular members;
And a step of upsetting the screw-coupled coupler.   205. The device of claim 205, wherein the first tubular member further comprises an annular extension extending from the tubular member, and the flange of the sleeve receives the annular extension of the first tubular member. The contour of the annular recess for coupling is defined.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the first tubular member further comprises an annular extension extending from the first tubular member, and the flange of the sleeve is an annular extension of the first tubular member. To define the contour of the annular recess for receiving and coupling. The device of claim 205, further comprising:
It has one or more stress concentrators for concentrating stress on the joint.   556. The instrument of claim 556, wherein one or more of the stress concentrators includes one or more external grooves that are contoured in the first tubular member.   556. The instrument of claim 556, wherein one or more of the stress concentrators has one or more internal grooves that are contoured in the second tubular member.   556. The instrument of claim 556, wherein one or more of the stress concentrators has one or more openings that are contoured in the sleeve.   556. The instrument of claim 556, wherein one or more of the stress concentrators has one or more external grooves contoured in the first tubular member, and one or more of the stress concentrators. Has one or more internal grooves that are contoured in the second tubular member.   556. The instrument of claim 556, wherein one or more of the stress concentrators has one or more external grooves contoured in the first tubular member, and one or more of the stress concentrators. Is one or more openings that are contoured in the sleeve.   556. The instrument of claim 556, wherein one or more of the stress concentrators has one or more internal grooves contoured in the second tubular member, and one or more of the stress concentrators. Is one or more openings that are contoured in the sleeve.   556. The instrument of claim 556, wherein one or more of the stress concentrators has one or more external grooves contoured in the first tubular member, and one or more of the stress concentrators. Has one or more internal grooves delineated in the second tubular member, wherein one or more of the stress concentrators are one or more openings delineated in the sleeve It is what has. The method of claim 310, further comprising:
A step of concentrating stress in the joint.   564. In the method of claim 564, the step of concentrating stress in the joint includes using the first tubular member to concentrate stress in the joint.   564. In the method of claim 564, the step of concentrating stress in the joint includes using the second tubular member to concentrate stress in the joint.   564. The method of claim 564, wherein the step of concentrating stress in the joint includes using the sleeve to concentrate stress in the joint.   564. The method of claim 564, wherein the step of concentrating stress in the joint includes using the first tubular member and the second tubular member to concentrate stress in the joint. It is.   564. The method of claim 564, wherein the step of concentrating stress in the joint includes using the first tubular member and the sleeve to concentrate stress in the joint.   564. The method of claim 564, wherein the step of concentrating stress in the joint includes using the second tubular member and the sleeve to concentrate stress in the joint.   564. The method of claim 564, wherein the step of concentrating stress in the joint is using the first tubular member, the second tubular member, and the sleeve to concentrate stress in the joint. It is what has. The device of claim 205, further comprising:
After the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members, the first and second tubular members have means for maintaining the circumferential compression. The device of claim 205, further comprising:
Means are provided for concentrating stress in the mechanical connection during radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. The device of claim 205, further comprising:
Means for maintaining portions of the first and second tubular members in circumferential compression after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members;
Means for concentrating stress in the mechanical connection during radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. The method of claim 310, further comprising:
After the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members, a step of maintaining the first and second tubular members in circumferential compression is provided. The method of claim 310, further comprising:
There is a step of concentrating stress in the joint during the radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members. The method of claim 310, further comprising:
Maintaining a portion of the first and second tubular members in circumferential compression after radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members;
A step of concentrating stress in the joint during radial expansion and plastic deformation of the first and second tubular members.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a carbon content of 0.12% or less and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a carbon equivalent value of less than 0.21. It is.   The method of claim 1, wherein the carbon content of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12, and the carbon equivalent value of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is 0. Less than 36.   In the expandable tubular member, the carbon content of the tubular member is 0.12% or less, and the carbon equivalent value of the tubular member is less than 0.21.   580. The tubular member of claim 580, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   An expandable tubular member, wherein the tubular member has a carbon content greater than 0.12% and the tubular member has a carbon equivalent value of less than 0.36.   582. The tubular member of claim 582, wherein the tubular member has a well casing.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein the carbon content of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is not greater than 0.12%, and the carbon equivalent value of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is less than 0.21. is there.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein the carbon content of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12%, and the carbon equivalent value of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is less than 0.36. . A method of selecting a tubular member for radial expansion and plastic deformation, comprising:
Selecting a tubular member from a group of tubular members;
Determining the carbon content of the selected tubular member;
Determining the carbon equivalent value of the selected tubular member;
When the carbon content of the selected tubular member is 0.12% or less and the carbon equivalent value of the selected tubular member is less than 0.21, the selected tubular member is Determining that it is suitable for radial expansion and plastic deformation. A method of selecting a tubular member for radial expansion and plastic deformation, comprising:
Selecting a tubular member from a group of tubular members;
Determining the carbon content of the selected tubular member;
Determining the carbon equivalent value of the selected tubular member;
When the carbon content of the selected tubular member is greater than 0.12% and the carbon equivalent value of the selected tubular member is less than 0.36, the selected tubular member is in the radial direction Determining that it is suitable for expansion and plastic deformation.   205. The device of claim 205, wherein the carbon content of the predetermined portion of the device is 0.12% or less, and the carbon equivalent value of the predetermined portion of the device is less than 0.21.   206. The device of claim 205, wherein the carbon content of the predetermined portion of the device is greater than 0.12%, and the carbon equivalent value of the predetermined portion of the device is less than 0.36.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a carbon content of 0.12% or less and the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly has a carbon equivalent value of less than 0.21. It is.   322. The method of claim 310, wherein the carbon content of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is greater than 0.12% and the carbon equivalent value of the predetermined portion of the tubular assembly is less than 0.36. . An expandable tubular member,
Having a tube body,
The expandable tubular member, wherein a yield point of an inner tubular portion of the tube body is less than a yield point of an outer tubular portion of the tube body.   592. The expandable tubular member of claim 592, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies as a function of the radial position within the tube body.   593. The expandable tubular member of claim 593, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body.   593. The expandable tubular member of claim 593, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies non-linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body.   The expandable tubular member of claim 592, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body varies as a function of the radial position within the tube body.   596. The expandable tubular member of claim 596, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body.   596. The expandable tubular member of claim 596, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body varies non-linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body. The expandable tubular member of claim 592,
The yield point of the tubular part inside the tube body varies as a function of the radial position in the tube body,
The yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body varies as a function of the radial position within the tube body.   599. The expandable tubular member of claim 599, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield of the tubular portion outside the tube body. The points vary linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube.   599. The expandable tubular member of claim 599, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield of the tubular portion outside the tube body. The point varies nonlinearly as a function of the radial position within the tube.   599. The expandable tubular member of claim 599, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies non-linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body and yield of the tubular portion outside the tube body. The points vary linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube.   599. The expandable tubular member of claim 599, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies non-linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body, The yield point of the tube-like portion varies nonlinearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body.   599. The expandable tubular member of claim 599, wherein the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body is different from the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body.   599. The expandable tubular member of claim 599, wherein the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body is different from the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein the yield point of the inner tubular portion of at least a portion of the tubular assembly is less than the yield point of the outer tubular portion of the portion of the tubular assembly.   606. The method of claim 606, wherein a yield point of a tubular portion inside the tube body varies as a function of a radial position within the tube body.   607. The method of claim 607, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body.   607. The method of claim 607, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies non-linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body.   606. The method of claim 606, wherein a yield point of an outer tubular portion of the tube body varies as a function of a radial position within the tube body.   610. The method of claim 610, wherein a yield point of an outer tubular portion of the tube body varies linearly as a function of a radial position within the tube body.   610. The method of claim 610, wherein a yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body varies nonlinearly as a function of a radial position within the tube body.   606. The method of claim 606, wherein the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body varies as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body is It varies as a function of the radial position within the tube body.   613. The method of claim 613, wherein the yield point of the tube-shaped portion inside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tube-shaped portion outside the tube body. Is linearly varying as a function of the radial position within the tube.   613. The method of claim 613, wherein the yield point of the tube-shaped portion inside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tube-shaped portion outside the tube body. Is non-linearly varying as a function of radial position within the tube.   613. The method of claim 613, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies non-linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body. Is linearly varying as a function of the radial position within the tube.   613. The method of claim 613, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies non-linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body. Is non-linearly varying as a function of radial position within the tube.   613. The method of claim 613, wherein the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body is different from the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body.   613. The method of claim 613, wherein the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body is different from the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body.   143. The instrument of claim 142, wherein a yield point of an inner tubular portion of at least a portion of the tubular assembly is less than a yield point of an outer tubular portion of the portion of the tubular assembly.   620. The appliance of claim 620, wherein a yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies as a function of a radial position within the tube body.   621. The instrument of claim 621, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body.   621. The instrument of claim 621, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies non-linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body.   620. The device of claim 620, wherein a yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body varies as a function of a radial position within the tube body.   624. The device of claim 624, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body.   624. The apparatus of claim 624, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body varies non-linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body.   620. The instrument of claim 620, wherein a yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies as a function of a radial position within the tube body, and a yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body is It varies as a function of the radial position within the tube body.   627. The apparatus of claim 627, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body. Is linearly varying as a function of the radial position within the tube.   627. The apparatus of claim 627, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body. Is non-linearly varying as a function of radial position within the tube.   627. The apparatus of claim 627, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies non-linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body. Is linearly varying as a function of the radial position within the tube.   627. The apparatus of claim 627, wherein the yield point of the tubular portion inside the tube body varies non-linearly as a function of the radial position within the tube body, and the yield point of the tubular portion outside the tube body. Is non-linearly varying as a function of radial position within the tube.   627. The appliance of claim 627, wherein the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body is different from the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body.   627. The appliance of claim 627, wherein the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion inside the tube body is different from the rate of change of the yield point of the tube-like portion outside the tube body.   2. The method of claim 1, wherein prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, at least a portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure having a hard phase structure and a soft phase structure.   634. The method of claim 634, wherein prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation, at least a portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure having a transition phase structure.   715. The method of claim 715, wherein the hard phase structure has martensite.   634. The method of claim 634, wherein the soft phase structure comprises ferrite.   634. The method of claim 634, wherein the transition phase structure has retained austenite.   634. The method of claim 634, wherein the hard phase structure has martensite, the soft phase structure has ferrite, and the transition phase structure has residual austenite.   634. The method of claim 634, wherein the portion of the tubular assembly having a microstructure with a hard phase structure and a soft phase structure is about 0.1% C and about 1.2% Mn by weight percentage. And about 0.3% Si.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein at least a portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure having a hard phase structure and a soft phase structure.   641. The apparatus of claim 641, wherein at least a portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure with a transition phase structure prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   The device of claim 641, wherein said hard phase structure has martensite.   The device of claim 641, wherein said soft phase structure comprises ferrite.   The device of claim 641, wherein said transition phase structure has retained austenite.   . The device of claim 641, wherein said hard phase structure comprises martensite, said soft phase structure comprises ferrite, and said transition phase structure comprises retained austenite.   The device of claim 641, wherein the portion of the tubular assembly having a microstructure with a hard phase structure and a soft phase structure is about 0.1% C and about 1.2% Mn by weight percentage. And about 0.3% Si. A method for producing an expandable tubular member,
Providing a tubular member;
Heat-treating the tubular member;
A step of quenching the tubular member,
After the rapid cooling, the tubular member has a microstructure having a hard phase structure and a soft phase structure.   648. The method of claim 648, wherein the provided tubular member includes, by weight percentage, 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, 0.01% P, 0.002% S, and Si. 0.24%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01%, Cr 0.02%, V 0.05%, Mo 0.01%, Nb 0.01%, Ti 0 .01%.   648. The method of claim 648, wherein the provided tubular member includes, by weight percentage, 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, 0.017% P, 0.004% S, Si 0.29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01%, Cr 0.03%, V 0.04%, Mo 0.01%, Nb 0.03%, Ti 0 .01%.   648. The method of claim 648, wherein the provided tubular member comprises, by weight percentage, C 0.08%, Mn 0.82%, P 0.006%, S 0.003%, Si. 0.30%, Cu 0.06%, Ni 0.05%, Cr 0.05%, V 0.03%, Mo 0.03%, Nb 0.01%, Ti 0 .01%.   648. The method of claim 648, wherein the provided tubular member has a microstructure having one or more of the following. Martensite, pearlite, vanadium carbide, nickel carbide, or titanium carbide.   648. The method of claim 648, wherein the provided tubular member has a microstructure having one or more of the following. Perlite or perlite striation.   648. The method of claim 648, wherein the provided tubular member has a microstructure having one or more of the following. Grain perlite, Widmanschütten martensite, vanadium carbide, nickel carbide, or titanium carbide.   648. The method of claim 648, wherein the heat treatment step comprises heating the provided tubular member at 790 ° C for about 10 minutes.   648. The method of claim 648, wherein the quenching step comprises a step of quenching the heat-treated tubular member with water.   648. The method of claim 648, wherein after the quenching step, the tubular member has a microstructure having one or more of ferrite, grain pearlite, or martensite.   648. The method of claim 648, wherein after the quenching step, the tubular member has a microstructure having one or more of ferrite, martensite, or bainite.   648. The method of claim 648, wherein after the quenching step, the tubular member has a microstructure having one or more of bainite, pearlite, or ferrite.   648. The method of claim 648, after the quenching step, the tubular member has a yield strength of about 67 ksi and a tensile strength of about 95 ksi.   648. The method of claim 648, after the quenching step, the tubular member has a yield strength of about 82 ksi and a tensile strength of about 130 ksi.   648. The method of claim 648, after the quenching step, the tubular member has a yield strength of about 60 ksi and a tensile strength of about 97 ksi. 648. The method of claim 648, further comprising:
Placing the rapidly cooled tubular member in an existing structure;
And a step of radially expanding and plastically deforming the tubular member in the existing structure.   143. The device of claim 142, wherein at least a portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure having a hard phase structure and a soft phase structure.   664. The instrument of claim 664, wherein the portion of the tubular assembly is, by weight percentage, 0.065% C, 1.44% Mn, 0.01% P, 0.002% S, Si 0.24%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01%, Cr 0.02%, V 0.05%, Mo 0.01%, Nb 0.01%, Ti It has 0.01%.   664. The instrument of claim 664, wherein the portion of the tubular assembly includes, by weight percentage, 0.18% C, 1.28% Mn, 0.017% P, 0.004% S, Si 0.29%, Cu 0.01%, Ni 0.01%, Cr 0.03%, V 0.04%, Mo 0.01%, Nb 0.03%, Ti It has 0.01%.   664. The instrument of claim 664, wherein the portion of the tubular assembly includes, by weight percentage, 0.08% C, 0.82% Mn, 0.006% P, 0.003% S, Si 0.30%, Cu 0.06%, Ni 0.05%, Cr 0.05%, V 0.03%, Mo 0.03%, Nb 0.01%, Ti It has 0.01%.   664. The device of claim 664, wherein the portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure having one or more of martensite, pearlite, vanadium carbide, nickel carbide, or titanium carbide.   664. The instrument of claim 664, wherein the portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure having one or more of perlite or perlite striations.   664. The device of claim 664, wherein the portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure that includes one or more of grain pearlite, Widmanschütten martensite, vanadium carbide, nickel carbide, or titanium carbide. Is.   664. The device of claim 664, wherein the portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure having one or more of ferrite, grain pearlite, or martensite.   664. The device of claim 664, wherein the portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure having one or more of ferrite, martensite, or bainite.   664. The device of claim 664, wherein the portion of the tubular assembly has a microstructure having one or more of bainite, pearlite, or ferrite.   664. The instrument of claim 664, wherein the portion of the tubular assembly has a yield strength of about 67 ksi and a tensile strength of about 95 ksi.   664. The instrument of claim 664, wherein the portion of the tubular assembly has a yield strength of about 82 ksi and a tensile strength of about 130 ksi.   664. The instrument of claim 664, wherein the portion of the tubular assembly has a yield strength of about 60 ksi and a tensile strength of about 97 ksi. A method for radially expanding a tubular assembly comprising:
Radially expanding and plastically deforming the lower portion of the tubular assembly by pressurizing the interior of the lower portion of the tubular assembly;
Radially expanding and plastically deforming the remaining portion of the tubular assembly by contacting an expansion device inside the tubular assembly.   The method of claim 677, wherein the expansion device comprises an adjustable expansion device.   The method of claim 677, wherein the expansion device comprises a hydroforming expansion device.   The method of claim 677, wherein the expansion device comprises a rotary expansion device.   The method of claim 677, wherein the lower portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   The method of claim 681, wherein the remaining portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   The method of claim 677, wherein the sub-portion of the tubular assembly includes a shoe that defines a valve adjustable passage. A system for radially expanding a tubular assembly,
Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming the lower portion of the tubular assembly by pressurizing the interior of the lower portion of the tubular assembly;
And a means for radially expanding and plastically deforming the remaining portion of the tubular assembly by contacting an expansion device within the tubular assembly.   684. The system of claim 684, wherein the lower portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   The system of claim 685, wherein the remaining portion of the tubular assembly has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. A method of repairing a tubular assembly,
Placing a tubular patch within the tubular assembly;
And a step of pressurizing the inside of the tubular patch to radially expand and plastically deform the tubular patch to engage with the tubular assembly.   687. The method of claim 687, wherein the tubular patch has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. A tubular assembly repair system,
Means for placing a tubular patch within the tubular assembly;
And a means for pressurizing the interior of the tubular patch to radially expand and plastically deform the tubular patch to engage the tubular assembly.   The system of claim 689, wherein the tubular patch has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. A method of radially expanding a tubular member,
Accumulating the supply of pressurized fluid;
And a step of controlling and injecting the pressurized fluid into the tubular member. The method of claim 691, wherein accumulating the supply of pressurized fluid comprises:
Monitoring the accumulated operating pressure of the fluid;
Injecting pressurized fluid into the accumulated fluid when the accumulated operating pressure of the fluid is less than a predetermined pressure. The method of claim 691, wherein the step of controlling injecting the pressurized fluid into the tubular member comprises:
Monitoring the operating conditions of the tubular member;
And a step of releasing a pressurized fluid from the inside of the tubular member when the tubular member is expanded in the radial direction. An instrument for radially expanding a tubular member,
A fluid container;
A pump for pumping fluid out of the fluid container;
An accumulator for receiving and accumulating fluid pumped from the fluid container;
A flow control valve for controlling and releasing the fluid accumulated in the fluid container;
An instrument having an expansion element for interlocking the interior of the tubular member to delineate a pressure chamber within the tubular member and receiving the accumulated and discharged fluid into the pressure chamber. An instrument for radially expanding a tubular member,
An expandable tubular member;
A locking device disposed within the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member;
A tubular support member disposed within the expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device;
An adjustable expansion device disposed within the expandable tubular member coupled to the tubular support member;
At least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. 695. The device of claim 695, further comprising:
Means are provided for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member. 695. The device of claim 695, further comprising:
Means for sealing the contact surface between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member. 695. The device of claim 695, further comprising:
It has another tubular support member that is received within the tubular support member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member. 698. The device of claim 698, further comprising:
Means are provided for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the another tubular support member. 698. The device of claim 698, further comprising:
It has a means for conducting torque between the another tubular support member and the tubular support member. 698. The device of claim 698, further comprising:
Means for sealing a contact surface between the another tubular support member and the tubular support member is provided. 698. The device of claim 698, further comprising:
Means for sealing the contact surface between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member. 698. The device of claim 698, further comprising:
Means for sensing the operating pressure in the another tubular support member. 698. The device of claim 698, further comprising:
Means for pressurizing the inside of the another tubular support member is provided. 698. The device of claim 698, further comprising:
Means for limiting the axial movement of the other tubular support member relative to the tubular support member is provided. 698. The device of claim 698, further comprising:
It has a tubular liner connected to one end of the expandable tubular member. 695. The device of claim 695, further comprising:
It has a tubular liner connected to one end of the expandable tubular member. An instrument for radially expanding a tubular member,
An expandable tubular member;
A locking device disposed within the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member;
A tubular support member disposed within an expandable tubular member connected to the locking device;
An adjustable expansion device disposed within the expandable tubular member coupled to the tubular support member;
Means for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member;
Means for sealing a contact surface between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member;
Another tubular support member received within the tubular support member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member;
Means for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the another tubular support member;
Means for conducting torque between the another tubular support member and the tubular support member;
Means for sealing a contact surface between the another tubular support member and the tubular support member;
Means for sealing a contact surface between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member;
Means for sensing an operating pressure in said another tubular support member;
Means for pressurizing the interior of said another tubular support member;
Means for limiting axial movement of the another tubular support member relative to the tubular support member;
A tubular liner connected to one end of the expandable tubular member;
At least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. A method for radially expanding a tubular member,
Arranging the tubular member and the adjustable expansion device in an existing structure;
A step of radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a part of the tubular member by pressurizing a part of the tubular member;
Increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device;
Moving the adjustable expansion device relative to the tubular member to expand and plastically deform another portion of the tubular member. 709. The method of claim 709, further comprising:
A step of sensing an operating pressure in the tubular member. 709. The method of claim 709, wherein at least a portion of the tubular member is radially expanded and plastically deformed by pressurizing a portion of the interior of the tubular member.
Injecting a fluid material into the tubular member;
Sensing the operating pressure of the injected fluid material;
Allowing the fluid material to flow into a pressure chamber delineated within the tubular member if the operating pressure of the injected fluid material exceeds a predetermined value; It is what has.   709. The method of claim 709, wherein at least a portion of the tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   709. The method of claim 709, wherein the portion of the tubular member has a pressurized portion of the tubular member. A system for radially expanding a tubular member,
Means for disposing the tubular member and the adjustable expansion device within the existing structure;
Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the tubular member by pressurizing a portion of the interior of the tubular member;
Means for increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device;
Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming another portion of the tubular member by moving the adjustable expansion device relative to the tubular member. 714. The system of claim 714, further comprising:
Means for sensing the operating pressure in the tubular member. 714. The system of claim 714, wherein the means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the tubular member by pressurizing a portion of the interior of the tubular member.
Means for injecting a fluid material into the tubular member;
Means for sensing the operating pressure of the injected fluid material;
Means for allowing the fluid material to flow into a pressure chamber delineated within the tubular member if the operating pressure of the injected fluid material exceeds a predetermined value; It is what has.   714. The system of claim 714, wherein at least a portion of the tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   714. The system of claim 714, wherein the portion of the tubular member includes a pressure portion of the tubular member. A method of radial expansion and plastic deformation of an expandable tubular member,
A step of limiting a radial expansion amount of the expandable tubular member. 719. The method of claim 719, wherein limiting the amount of radial expansion of the expandable tubular member comprises:
Connecting another tubular member to the expandable tubular member that limits the amount of radial expansion of the expandable tubular member.   720. The method of claim 720, wherein another tubular member defines one or more slots.   720. The method of claim 720, wherein the another tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. An instrument for radially expanding a tubular member,
An expandable tubular member;
An expansion device coupled to the expandable tubular member for radially expanding and plastically deforming the expandable tubular member;
A tubular expansion limiter coupled to the expandable tubular member for limiting the extent of radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expandable tubular member.   723. The device of claim 723, wherein the tubular expansion limiter comprises a tubular member that defines one or more slots.   723. The device of claim 723, wherein the tubular expansion limiter includes a tubular member having a higher ductility and a lower yield point than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. . 723. The device of claim 723, further comprising:
A locking device disposed within the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member;
A tubular support member disposed in an expandable tubular member connected to the locking device and the expansion device.   723. The device of claim 723, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. . 726. The device of claim 726, further comprising:
Means are provided for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member. 726. The device of claim 726, further comprising:
Means for sealing the contact surface between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member. 726. The device of claim 726, further comprising:
Means for sealing the contact surface between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member. 726. The device of claim 726, further comprising:
It has means for sensing the operating pressure in the tubular support member. 726. The device of claim 726, further comprising:
A means for pressurizing the inside of the tubular support member is provided. An instrument for radially expanding a tubular member,
An expandable tubular member;
An expansion device coupled to the expandable tubular member for radially expanding and plastically deforming the expandable tubular member;
A tubular expansion limiter connected to the expandable tubular member for limiting the degree of radial expansion and plastic deformation of the expandable tubular member;
A locking device disposed within the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member;
A tubular support member disposed within an expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device and the expansion device;
Means for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member;
Means for sealing a contact surface between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member;
Means for sensing the operating pressure in the tubular support member;
Means for pressurizing the inside of the tubular support member,
At least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation before the radial expansion and plastic deformation. A method for radially expanding a tubular member,
Arranging the tubular member and the adjustable expansion device in an existing structure;
A step of radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a part of the tubular member by pressurizing a part of the tubular member;
Limiting the degree to which the part of the tubular member is radially expanded and plastically deformed by pressurizing the interior of the tubular member;
Increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device;
Moving the adjustable expansion device relative to the tubular member to expand and plastically deform another portion of the tubular member. 734. The method of claim 734, further comprising:
A step of sensing an operating pressure in the tubular member. The method of claim 734, wherein at least a portion of the tubular member is radially expanded and plastically deformed by pressurizing a portion of the interior of the tubular member.
Injecting a fluid material into the tubular member;
Sensing the operating pressure of the injected fluid material;
Allowing the fluid material to flow into a pressure chamber delineated within the tubular member if the operating pressure of the injected fluid material exceeds a predetermined value; Having a method.   734. The method of claim 734, wherein at least a portion of the tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. The method of claim 734, wherein the means for limiting the extent to which the portion of the tubular member is radially expanded and plastically deformed by pressurizing the interior of the tubular member,
A step of applying a force to the outside of the tubular member.   The method of claim 738, wherein the step of applying a force to the outside of the tubular member includes the step of applying a variable force to the outside of the tubular member. A system for radially expanding a tubular member,
Means for disposing the tubular member and the adjustable expansion device within the existing structure;
Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the tubular member by pressurizing a portion of the interior of the tubular member;
Means for limiting the degree to which the part of the tubular member is radially expanded and plastically deformed by pressurizing the interior of the tubular member;
Means for increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device;
Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming another portion of the tubular member by moving the adjustable expansion device relative to the tubular member. 740. The method of claim 740, further comprising:
Means for sensing the operating pressure in the tubular member. The method of claim 740, wherein the means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the tubular member by pressurizing a portion of the interior of the tubular member.
Means for injecting a fluid material into the tubular member;
Means for sensing the operating pressure of the injected fluid material;
For allowing the fluid material to flow into a pressure chamber delineated within the tubular member if the operating pressure of the injected fluid material exceeds a predetermined value; And means.   740. The method of claim 740, wherein at least a portion of the tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation.   740. The method of claim 740, wherein the means for limiting the degree to which the portion of the tubular member is radially expanded and plastically deformed by pressurizing the interior of the tubular member is external to the tubular member. It has means for applying force to. The method of claim 738, wherein the means for applying a force external to the tubular member is
Means for applying a variable force to the outside of the tubular member is provided. A system for radially expanding a tubular member,
Means for accumulating a supply of pressurized fluid;
Means for controlling and injecting the pressurized fluid into the tubular member. 746. The system of claim 746, wherein the means for accumulating the supply of pressurized fluid is
Means for monitoring the operating pressure of the accumulated fluid;
Means for injecting pressurized fluid into the accumulated fluid when the accumulated operating pressure of the fluid is less than a predetermined pressure. 726. The system of claim 726, means for controlling injection of the pressurized fluid into the tubular member.
Means for monitoring operating conditions of the tubular member;
And means for discharging a pressurized fluid from the inside of the tubular member when the tubular member is expanded in the radial direction. An instrument for radially expanding an expandable tubular member,
An expandable tubular member;
A locking device disposed within the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member;
An actuator disposed within an expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device;
A tubular support member disposed within an expandable tubular member coupled to the actuator;
A first expansion device coupled to the tubular support member;
A second expansion device coupled to the tubular support member;
And an expandable tubular sleeve connected to the second expansion device.   The device of claim 749, wherein the outer diameters of the first and second expansion devices are not equal.   750. The device of claim 750, wherein an outer diameter of the first expansion device is greater than an outer diameter of the second expansion device.   The device of claim 749, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. .   The device of claim 749, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. .   The device of claim 749, wherein the outer diameter of both the first and second expansion devices is less than or equal to the outer diameter of the expandable tubular member.   The device of claim 749, wherein the expandable tubular sleeve has an outer diameter that is less than or equal to the outer diameter of the expandable tubular member. 748. The device of claim 748, further comprising:
Means are provided for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member. 748. The device of claim 748, further comprising:
A means for pressurizing the inside of the tubular support member is provided. 748. The device of claim 748, further comprising:
Means are provided for limiting axial movement of the expandable tubular sleeve. 748. The device of claim 748, further comprising:
Means for limiting the axial movement of the expandable tubular member is provided. 758. The device of claim 758, further comprising:
Means for conducting torque from the tubular support member to means for restricting axial movement of the expandable tubular sleeve. 748. The device of claim 748, further comprising:
Means for moving the first expansion device relative to the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular member. 748. The device of claim 748, further comprising:
Means are provided for moving the second expansion device relative to the expandable tubular sleeve to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular sleeve.   748. The device of claim 748, wherein the expandable tubular sleeve has a variable wall thickness.   748. The device of claim 748, wherein the expandable tubular sleeve includes means for sealing a contact surface between the expandable tubular sleeve and an inner surface of the expandable tubular member. An instrument for radially expanding an expandable tubular member,
An expandable tubular member;
A locking device disposed within the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member;
An actuator disposed within an expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device;
A tubular support member disposed within an expandable tubular member coupled to the actuator;
A first expansion device coupled to the tubular support member;
A second expansion device coupled to the tubular support member;
An expandable tubular sleeve coupled to the second expansion device;
Means for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member;
Means for pressurizing the interior of the tubular support member;
Means for limiting axial movement of the expandable tubular sleeve;
Means for limiting axial movement of the expandable tubular member;
Means for conducting torque from the tubular support member to means for limiting axial movement of the expandable tubular sleeve;
Means for moving the first expansion device relative to the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular member;
Means for moving the second expansion device relative to the expandable tubular sleeve to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular member,
The outer diameter of the first expansion device is larger than the outer diameter of the second expansion device,
At least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point after the radial expansion and plastic deformation before the radial expansion and plastic deformation,
At least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation before the radial expansion and plastic deformation,
The outer diameters of both the first and second expansion devices are not more than the outer diameter of the expandable tubular member,
The outer diameter of the expandable tubular sleeve is less than or equal to the outer diameter of the expandable tubular member,
The wall thickness of the expandable tubular sleeve is variable,
The expandable tubular sleeve has means for sealing a contact surface between the expandable tubular sleeve and an inner surface of the expandable tubular member. A method for radially expanding a tubular member,
Placing the expandable tubular member and the expandable tubular sleeve in an existing structure;
Radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the expandable tubular member onto the expandable tubular sleeve; and
And a step of radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a part of the expandable tubular sleeve. 766. The method of claim 766, further comprising:
At least a part of the expandable tubular sleeve is radially expanded and plastically deformed, and at the same time, at least a part of the expandable tubular member is radially expanded and plastically deformed. 766. The method of claim 766, further comprising:
After the part of the expandable tubular sleeve is radially expanded and plastically deformed, another part of the expandable tubular member is radially expanded and plastically deformed.   769. The method of claim 766, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. .   769. The method of claim 766, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. .   766. The method of claim 766, wherein the wall thickness of the expandable tubular sleeve is variable. 766. The method of claim 766, further comprising:
Sealing the contact surface between the outer surface of the expandable tubular sleeve and the inner surface of the expandable tubular member. A system for radially expanding a tubular member,
Means for placing the expandable tubular member and the expandable tubular sleeve within an existing structure;
Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the expandable tubular member onto the expandable tubular sleeve;
And means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a part of the expandable tubular sleeve. 773. The system of claim 773, further comprising:
At least a part of the expandable tubular sleeve is radially expanded and plastically deformed, and at the same time, at least a part of the expandable tubular member is radially expanded and plastically deformed. 773. The system of claim 773, further comprising:
Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming another portion of the expandable tubular member after radially expanding and plastically deforming the portion of the expandable tubular sleeve.   773. The system of claim 773, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. .   773. The system of claim 773, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. .   773. The system of claim 773, wherein the wall thickness of the expandable tubular sleeve is variable. 773. The system of claim 773, further comprising:
Means for sealing the contact surface between the outer surface of the expandable tubular sleeve and the inner surface of the expandable tubular member. An instrument for radially expanding an expandable tubular member,
An expandable tubular member;
A locking device disposed within the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member;
An actuator disposed within an expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device;
A tubular support member disposed within an expandable tubular member coupled to the actuator;
An adjustable expansion device coupled to the tubular support member;
An unadjustable expansion device connected to the tubular support member;
And an expandable tubular sleeve connected to the non-adjustable expansion device.   780. The device of claim 780, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. .   780. The device of claim 780, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. .   780. The device of claim 780, wherein an outer diameter of both the adjustable and non-adjustable expansion device is less than or equal to an outer diameter of the expandable tubular member.   780. The device of claim 780, wherein an outer diameter of the expandable tubular sleeve is less than or equal to an outer diameter of the expandable tubular member. 780. The device of claim 780, further comprising:
Means are provided for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member. 780. The device of claim 780, further comprising:
A means for pressurizing the inside of the tubular support member is provided. 780. The device of claim 780, further comprising:
Means are provided for limiting axial movement of the expandable tubular sleeve. 780. The device of claim 780, further comprising:
Means for limiting the axial movement of the expandable tubular member is provided. 787. The device of claim 787, further comprising:
Means for conducting torque from the tubular support member to means for restricting axial movement of the expandable tubular sleeve. The device of claim 788, further comprising:
Means are provided for conducting torque from the tubular support member to means for limiting axial movement of the expandable tubular member. 780. The device of claim 780, further comprising:
Means for moving the adjustable expansion device relative to the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular member. The device of claim 791, further comprising:
Means for passing the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular member. The device of claim 792, further comprising:
Means for applying a fluid force for passing the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular member. 780. The device of claim 780, further comprising:
Means for moving the non-adjustable expansion device relative to the expandable tubular sleeve to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular member. 794. The device of claim 794, further comprising:
Means for applying a fluid force to pass the non-adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular sleeve to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular sleeve.   780. The device of claim 780, wherein the wall thickness of the expandable tubular sleeve is variable.   780. The device of claim 780, wherein the expandable tubular sleeve includes means for sealing a contact surface between the expandable tubular sleeve and an inner surface of the expandable tubular member. An instrument for radially expanding an expandable tubular member,
An expandable tubular member;
A locking device disposed within the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member;
An actuator disposed within an expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device;
A tubular support member disposed within an expandable tubular member coupled to the actuator;
An adjustable expansion device coupled to the tubular support member;
An unadjustable expansion device connected to the tubular support member;
An expandable tubular sleeve coupled to the non-adjustable expansion device;
Means for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member;
Means for pressurizing the interior of the tubular support member;
Means for limiting axial movement of the expandable tubular sleeve;
Means for limiting axial movement of the expandable tubular member;
Means for conducting torque from the tubular support member to means for limiting axial movement of the expandable tubular sleeve;
Means for conducting torque from the tubular support member to means for limiting axial movement of the expandable tubular member;
Means for applying a fluid force to pass the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular member;
Means for applying fluid force to pass the non-adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular sleeve to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular sleeve;
At least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation before the radial expansion and plastic deformation,
At least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation before the radial expansion and plastic deformation,
The outer diameter of both the adjustable and non-adjustable expansion device is less than or equal to the outer diameter of the expandable tubular member,
The outer diameter of the expandable tubular sleeve is less than or equal to the outer diameter of the expandable tubular member,
The wall thickness of the expandable tubular sleeve is variable,
The expandable tubular sleeve has means for sealing a contact surface between the expandable tubular sleeve and an inner surface of the expandable tubular member. A method for radially expanding a tubular member,
Placing the expandable tubular member, the expandable tubular sleeve, and the adjustable expansion device within an existing structure;
Increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device;
Using the adjustable expansion device to radially expand and plastically deform at least a portion of the expandable tubular member onto the expandable tubular sleeve; and
And a step of radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a part of the expandable tubular sleeve. 799. The method of claim 799, further comprising:
At least a part of the expandable tubular sleeve is radially expanded and plastically deformed, and at the same time, at least a part of the expandable tubular member is radially expanded and plastically deformed. 799. The method of claim 799, further comprising:
After the part of the expandable tubular sleeve is radially expanded and plastically deformed, another part of the expandable tubular member is radially expanded and plastically deformed.   799. The method of claim 799, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. .   799. The method of claim 799, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. .   799. The method of claim 799, wherein the wall thickness of the expandable tubular sleeve is variable. 799. The method of claim 799, further comprising:
Sealing the contact surface between the outer surface of the expandable tubular sleeve and the inner surface of the expandable tubular member. 799. The method of claim 799, further comprising:
And passing the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member. The method of claim 885, further comprising:
Using fluid pressure to pull the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member. A system for radially expanding a tubular member,
Means for placing the expandable tubular member, the expandable tubular sleeve, and the adjustable expansion device within an existing structure;
Means for increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device;
Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a portion of the expandable tubular member onto the expandable tubular sleeve using the adjustable expansion device;
And means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least a part of the expandable tubular sleeve. The system of claim 808, further comprising:
At least a part of the expandable tubular sleeve is radially expanded and plastically deformed, and at the same time, at least a part of the expandable tubular member is radially expanded and plastically deformed. The system of claim 808, further comprising:
Means for radially expanding and plastically deforming another portion of the expandable tubular member after radially expanding and plastically deforming the portion of the expandable tubular sleeve.   808. The system of claim 808, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. .   808. The system of claim 808, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. .   808. The system of claim 808, wherein the wall thickness of the expandable tubular sleeve is variable. The system of claim 808, further comprising:
Means for sealing the contact surface between the outer surface of the expandable tubular sleeve and the inner surface of the expandable tubular member. The system of claim 808, further comprising:
Means for pulling the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member. 815. The system of claim 815, further comprising:
Means for drawing the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member using fluid pressure. 780. The device of claim 780, further comprising:
A perforated sleeve connected to the expandable tubular member for receiving the adjustable expansion device; 799. The method of claim 799, further comprising:
Preventing debris from damaging the adjustable expansion device. The system of claim 808, further comprising:
Means are provided to prevent debris from damaging the adjustable expansion device. An instrument for radially expanding an expandable tubular member,
An expandable tubular member;
A locking device disposed within the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member;
An actuator disposed within an expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device;
A tubular support member disposed within an expandable tubular member coupled to the actuator;
And an adjustable expansion device disposed in the expandable tubular member connected to the tubular support member.   820. The device of claim 820, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. . 820. The device of claim 820, further comprising:
Having an expandable tubular sleeve coupled to one end of the expandable tubular member that receives the adjustable expansion device;   822. The device of claim 822, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. . 820. The device of claim 820, further comprising:
Means are provided for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member. 820. The device of claim 820, further comprising:
A means for pressurizing the inside of the tubular support member is provided.   820. The device of claim 820, wherein the actuator includes means for moving the adjustable expansion device relative to the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular member. It is. 826. The device of claim 826, wherein the actuator further comprises:
Means for passing the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular member. The device of claim 827, wherein the actuator further comprises:
Means for applying a fluid force for passing the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular member. The device of claim 827, further comprising:
Means for adjusting the size of the adjustable expansion device. An instrument for radially expanding an expandable tubular member,
An expandable tubular member;
A locking device disposed within the expandable tubular member removably coupled to the expandable tubular member;
An actuator disposed within an expandable tubular member coupled to the locking device;
A tubular support member disposed within an expandable tubular member coupled to the actuator;
An adjustable expansion device disposed within the expandable tubular member coupled to the tubular support member;
An expandable tubular sleeve coupled to one end of the expandable tubular member for receiving the adjustable expansion device;
Means for conducting torque between the expandable tubular member and the tubular support member;
Means for pressurizing the interior of the tubular support member;
Means for adjusting the size of the adjustable expansion device;
Means for applying fluid force to pass the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member to radially expand and plastically deform the expandable tubular member;
At least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation before the radial expansion and plastic deformation,
At least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. A method for radially expanding a tubular member,
Placing the expandable tubular member, the expandable tubular sleeve, and the adjustable expansion device within an existing structure;
Increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device to radially expand and plastically deform at least a portion of at least one of the expandable tubular member and the expandable tubular sleeve;
A step of radially expanding and plastically deforming at least another portion of the expandable tubular member using the adjustable expansion device.   838. The method of claim 831, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point prior to the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. .   838. The method of claim 831, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. . The method of claim 831, further comprising:
And passing the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member. The method of claim 831, further comprising:
Using fluid pressure to pull the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member. A system for radially expanding a tubular member,
Means for placing the expandable tubular member, the expandable tubular sleeve, and the adjustable expansion device within an existing structure;
Means for increasing the size of the adjustable expansion device to radially expand and plastically deform at least a portion of at least one of the expandable tubular member and the expandable tubular sleeve;
And means for radially expanding and plastically deforming at least another portion of the expandable tubular member using the adjustable expansion device.   The system of claim 836, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular member has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. .   The system of claim 838, wherein at least a portion of the expandable tubular sleeve has a higher ductility and a lower yield point before the radial expansion and plastic deformation than after the radial expansion and plastic deformation. . The system of claim 839, further comprising:
Means for pulling the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member. The system of claim 836, further comprising:
Means for drawing the adjustable expansion device through the expandable tubular member using fluid pressure.

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