PIPE SET FOR USE IN WELL BOREHOLE AND METHOD OF PLACING THE PIPES IN A WELL BOREHOLE

Abstract

WELLBORE PIPE ASSEMBLY AND METHOD OF PLACING THE PIPES IN A WELLBORE. The present invention relates to a pipe assembly for use in a well bore. The pipe assembly comprises: the pipe configured to be placed in a well bore to recover downhole fluid from a formation; and at least one gauge positioned at least partially inside the pipe. The gauge is configured to detect a parameter inside the pipe.

Description

1 / 62 Descriptive Report of the Invention Patent for: "ASSEMBLY OF PIPES FOR USE IN WELL HOLE AND METHOD OF PLACING THE PIPES IN A WELL HOLE" TECHNICAL FIELD

[001] The present invention relates generally to pipes and specifically to a set of pipes for use in a well borehole and a method of placing the pipes in a well borehole. FUNDAMENTALS

[002] The oil and gas industry uses a variety of gauges or sensors to detect pressure, temperature, pH, force, stress, strain, and resistivity or electrical properties. When a gauge is employed downhole, it is typically attached to the outside of the pipes or tubing that is surrounded by the well casing, unless the well is an uncased well. Specifically, the gauge is typically attached to the outer wall of the pipe.

[003] Downhole gauges that are attached to the outer wall of the pipe are exposed during deployment and retrieval. As such, the attached gauges are vulnerable to damage during placement in and out of the wellbore.

[004] In addition, the trapped gauges are located in the annular space between the pipe and the protective sheath. Because the gauge is located in the annular space, the Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 21 / 82 2 / 62 of the pipe diameter is restricted to a suboptimal level. This can reduce fluid flow and result in decreased fluid recovery and efficiency at the bottom of the well.

[005] In addition, the gauges are attached to one side of the pipe, causing the pipe and gauge combination to be eccentric to the wellbore. This increases the lateral force as the gauge attached to the pipe rotates the pipe with the clamp to one side. This can increase the frictional force or friction load during pipe deployment, particularly in areas where the gauge is close to concentric devices such as a plug. Furthermore, any rotation of the pipes increases the risk of the pipe and gauge becoming stuck in the protective casing. Additionally, flexible pipe joints are required between pipe sections having an attached gauge and other pipe sections requiring concentric connections, such as plugs and caps.

[006] WO 2006003190 describes a production pipe with a side pocket housing a pressure monitoring assembly, the side pocket being delimited by annular seals that prevent fluid communication between the annular section and the inside of the pipe, so that the pressure sensors measure different quantities in isolated regions. This configuration gives the portion of the pipe that includes the side pocket a non- Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 22 / 82 3 / 62 cylindrical and eccentric in relation to the well casing, which increases lateral forces during pipe rotation, raises the friction force in the installation, especially near concentric devices such as packers, and increases the risk of the assembly becoming stuck in the casing, and may also require flexible pipe joints between sections with meters and sections that require concentric connections.

[007] This context serves only to set the stage to enable a person skilled in the art to better appreciate the following description. Therefore, none of the above discussions should necessarily be taken as an acknowledgment that the discussion is part of the state of the art or is common general knowledge. One or more aspects / embodiments of the invention may or may not address one or more of the foregoing problems. SUMMARY

[008] In some or more examples, a set of pipes for use in a wellbore is provided. The pipe set provided is more robust and / or efficient than previous pipe and gauge sets. In exemplary methods and apparatus, one or more problems associated with the technique, such as those discussed above, can be solved.

[009] In some or more examples, the set of pipes Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, p. 23 / 82 4 / 62 comprises tubing configured to be placed in a wellbore to recover downhole fluid from a formation; and at least one gauge positioned at least partially inside the tubing, the gauge configured to detect a parameter inside the tubing. In some exemplary arrangements, at least one gauge may be positioned entirely inside the tubing.

[0010] In some or more examples, the meter is mounted inside the tube.

[0011] In some or more examples, the tubing is configured for use in recovering downhole fluid or during other phases of a well life cycle. For example, tubing is configured for use during abandonment, completion, and / or production.

[0012] In some or more examples, the tube is usually cylindrical.

[0013] In some or more examples, the wellbore is part of a well. In some or more examples, the well is a shore well or an offshore well. In some or more examples, the well is an abandoned well, an appraisal well, or a production well. In some or more examples, the well is a methane hydrate well.

[0014] The described pipe assembly provides an arrangement in which at least one meter is not exposed during the installation and recovery of the pipe assembly. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 24 / 82 5 / 62 of the pipe assembly. As presented, the gauge is positioned at least partially inside the pipe and, as such, is less vulnerable to damage than prior art arrangements. In particular, since the gauge is at least partially inside or within the pipe, the portion of the gauge that is inside or within the pipe is not exposed during deployment and is less likely to be damaged by contact with, for example, the wellbore, the outer protective casing, etc. during deployment or retrieval.

[0015] Since the gauge is positioned at least partially inside the pipe, the portion of the gauge that is inside or internal to the pipe is not present in the defined annular space between the pipe and the outer protective casing or casing, if the well is not an uncased well. As such, the pipe diameter can be increased beyond the suboptimally reduced diameter present in the previous arrangements due to the presence of the gauge in the annular space. The diameter can be increased up to an optimum diameter.

[0016] Furthermore, since the gauge is positioned at least partially inside the tube, the tube does not need to be eccentric with respect to the protective coating due to the presence of the gauge attached to the outside of the tube. This can reduce the lateral force on the tube. Additionally, Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 25 / 82 6 / 62 This can reduce the frictional force or frictional load during the deployment of the pipe arrangement. Additionally, the risk of the pipe arrangement becoming stuck in the protective coating is reduced. Furthermore, flexible pipe joints may not necessarily be required between sections of the pipe arrangement and other pipe sections that require concentric connections, such as plugs and caps.

[0017] In some or more examples, the meter is carried through the tube such that the meter is configured to detect one parameter inside the tube and one parameter outside the tube.

[0018] In some or more examples, the meter is configured to detect the same parameter inside and outside the tube. In some or more examples, the meter is configured to calculate a differential between the detected parameters.

[0019] In some or more examples, the meter is carried through a side wall of the pipe.

[0020] In some or more examples, at least part of the gauge is positioned at least partially outside the tube.

[0021] In some or more examples, the meter comprises a first detection element positioned inside the tube. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 26 / 82 7 / 62

[0022] In some or more examples, the first detection element is positioned in a hole in the pipe, the first detection element configured to detect the parameter inside the hole.

[0023] In some or more examples, the meter comprises a second sensing element. In some or more examples, the second sensing element is positioned in a hole in the pipe.

[0024] In some or more examples, the second detection element is configured to detect a parameter outside the tube. In some or more examples, the second detection element is configured to detect a parameter in an annular space between the tube and the protective coating surrounding the tube.

[0025] In some or more examples, the first and second detection elements are configured to detect the same or different parameters.

[0026] In some or more examples, the meter is configured to compare the parameters detected by the first and second detection elements. In some or more examples, the meter is configured to determine a difference between the parameters detected by the first and second detection elements.

[0027] In some or more examples, the meter is configured to determine a difference in the parameter, by Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 27 / 82 8 / 62 example pressure, inside the annular space of the pipe and outside the pipe bore. The meter can therefore determine the delta parameter. A difference or delta is useful in optimizing flow rates in the pipe bore and / or in the annular space defined between the outer protective coating and the pipe.

[0028] In some or more examples, at least part of the gauge is attached to the pipe. In some or more examples, the gauge is attached to the pipe. In some or more examples, the gauge is affixed to the pipe.

[0029] In some or more examples, at least one part of the gauge is screwed to and secured to the tube. In some or more examples, at least one part of the gauge is secured to the tube by expanding the friction clamp.

[0030] In some or more examples, the detection elements are interconnected.

[0031] In some or more examples, the sensing elements form a sensor that is carried through the tube. The sensor is carried through a side wall of the tube such that the first sensing element is configured to detect a parameter in the tube (i.e., in the bore) and the second sensing element is configured to detect a parameter outside the tube, for example, in the annular space of the protective coating. In some or other Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, p. 28 / 82 In 9 / 62 examples, the sensor is attached to the tube by expanding the friction clamp.

[0032] In some or more examples, the gauge comprises a gauge body. The gauge body may be positioned against an inner wall of the tube. The gauge body may be jelly bean-shaped. The gauge body may be positioned such that the gauge body is coincident with the central longitudinal axis of the tube. The center of mass of the gauge body may be coincident with the central longitudinal axis of the tube.

[0033] In some or more examples, at least part of the gauge is fixed to the tube by a fastener. The part of the gauge may be the gauge body. The fastener may be a screw with a head and nut. The head of the screw with a head and nut, or some part of the screw with a head and nut, may be external to the tube. The head of the screw with a head and nut may be flush with the tube such that no part of the screw with a head and nut and / or gauge is external to the tube. The tube may thus be cylindrical.

[0034] In some or more examples, the screw with head and nut is blind. In some or more examples, the screw with head and nut comprises a corridor from the annular space between the tube and the surrounding protective coating and the tube bore. The corridor provides fluid communication between the annular space and the bore. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 29 / 82 10 / 62

[0035] In some or more examples, the runner is at least partially threaded. A plug may be attached to one end of the runner inside the bore. The plug may be threaded onto the end of the runner. The plug is configured to prevent fluid from flowing from inside the annular space to the bore of the pipe.

[0036] In some or more examples, the bolt with head and nut is fixed to the pipe by a fastener. The fastener may be one or more screws securing the head of the bolt with head and nut to the pipe. The fastener may be axially parallel to a longitudinal axis of the bolt with head and nut.

[0037] In some or more examples, the screw with head and nut is fixed to the meter body by a fastener. The fastener may be one or more screws that secure the screw with head and nut to the meter body. The fastener may be axially perpendicular to a longitudinal axis of the screw with head and nut.

[0038] In some or more examples, one or more openings are positioned within at least part of the meter. In some or more examples, one or more openings are positioned within the corridor and / or body of the meter. In some or more examples, at least one sensing element is configured to detect a parameter through at least one opening. The openings may comprise a Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 30 / 82 11 / 62 an opening in the bore inside the meter body and an opening in the annular space inside the corridor. The first sensing element can be configured to detect a parameter in the pipe bore through the opening in the bore. The second sensing element can be configured to detect a parameter in the annular space defined between the pipe and the surrounding protective coating through the opening in the annular space.

[0039] In some or more examples, one or more openings are positioned within a part of the meter, and wherein the first and / or second detection element is configured to detect a parameter by means of at least one opening.

[0040] In some or more examples, at least one opening is positioned within a meter body.

[0041] In some or more examples, at least one opening is positioned within a corridor inside a fastener configured to secure a meter body in the tube.

[0042] In some or more examples, the runner provides fluid communication between a hole in the pipe and outside the pipe.

[0043] In some or more examples, the meter comprises multiple sensors. Each sensor can be configured to detect the same parameters or Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 31 / 82 12 / 62 different.

[0044] In some or more examples, the first and / or second detection element is communicatively connected to a module. In some or more examples, the module is a communication module.

[0045] In some or more examples, the meter additionally comprises a communication module or module connected communicatively to the detection elements. The communication module or module is located in the pipe, specifically in the pipe bore. The communication module or module is configured to receive parameters detected by the detection elements.

[0046] In some or more examples, the communication module or module is configured to store or record the parameters detected by one or more detection elements.

[0047] In some or more examples, the module or communication module comprises a processor.

[0048] In some or more examples, the processor is configured to calculate a difference between a parameter detected in the tube (i.e., from the first detection element) and a parameter detected outside the tube (i.e., from the second detection element).

[0049] In some or more examples, the tube assembly additionally comprises a communication module configured to communicate a signal. In some or more Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 32 / 82 In 13 / 62 examples, the communication module is configured to compare the parameters detected by the first and second detection elements. In some or more examples, the communication module is configured to determine the difference between the parameters detected by the first and second detection elements.

[0050] In some or more examples, the communication module is configured to determine the difference in the parameter, for example, pressure, inside the annular space of the pipe and outside the pipe bore. The communication module can therefore determine the delta parameter. The difference or delta is useful in optimizing flow rates in the pipe bore and / or in the annular space defined between the outer protective coating and the pipe.

[0051] In some or more examples, the tube assembly additionally comprises a communication module configured to receive a signal and / or transmit a signal.

[0052] In some or more examples, the tube assembly additionally comprises a communication module configured to communicate a signal with communication modules, other meters, tube assemblies and / or a remotely located controller or storage device. In some or more examples, the communication module is configured to transmit and / or receive a signal to / from another meter, tube assembly and / or a controller or Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 33 / 82 14 / 62 remotely located storage.

[0053] A communication module being part of the pipe assembly allows communication between meters, for example, communication modules, from different pipe assemblies. In particular, a first pipe assembly closer to the surface or the upper side of the well may receive one or more signals. The communication module of the first pipe assembly can then communicate a received signal to another communication module. The communication module may be part of a second pipe assembly. The second communication module can then communicate the signal to a third communication module that is part of the third pipe assembly. This signal transmission allows the pipe assembly furthest from the surface or the lowest pipe assembly to receive information, despite its location being the most remote.

[0054] In some or more examples, the communication module is configured to communicate, transmit and / or receive by means of wired and / or wireless communication. Wired communication methods are through a guided transmission medium, such as a wire or a material having high electromagnetic (EM) conductivity relative to a surrounding medium. Wired communication methods may use power lines, steel cables, cabling Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, p. 34 / 82 15 / 62 fiber optics, etc. Wireless communication methods are not through a guided transmission medium. Wireless communication methods are through air, water, ground (or formation) or other media such as pipes or protective coating. In some or more examples, wireless communication methods use electromagnetic technology, acoustic technology and / or pressure wave technology or combinations thereof.

[0055] In some or more examples, the communication module is configured to communicate, transfer and / or receive by means of a combination of wired and wireless communication. For example, a signal may be communicated using an EM and / or acoustic signal that travels through the shielding to some part of the signal path, then optionally through an electrical wire and then through tubes using an EM signal.

[0056] In some or more examples, the signal is at least one of a power signal and a data signal.

[0057] In some or more examples, the power signal provides electrical power to the components of the pipe assembly. In some or more examples, the power signal supplies electrical power to a meter in a pipe assembly.

[0058] In some or more examples, the data signal is a control signal. In some or more examples, the signal Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 35 / 82 The 16 / 62 control signal is configured to control a meter. In particular, the control signal is configured to activate the meter, control the detection of one or more parameters by the meter, and control the transmission of one or more parameters detected by the meter and / or an associated communication module.

[0059] In some or more examples, the module is another meter or a remotely located module. In some or more examples, the remotely located module is another communication module. In some or more examples, the other communication module is located on the surface. In some or more examples, the other communication module is part of another set of pipes. In some or more examples, the other meter is part of another set of pipes.

[0060] In some or more examples, the wellbore is lined with protective casing. The protective casing, the outer protective casing, or casing is placed in the wellbore before the pipe is laid in the wellbore. The protective casing is configured to isolate the formation, stabilize the wellbore, and / or protect the equipment encapsulated by the protective casing. In some or more examples, the casing is cemented in place within the wellbore. In some or more examples, the protective casing is configured to protect the formation from the casing. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 36 / 82 17 / 62 of protection in the wellbore. In some or more examples, the protective casing is usually cylindrical.

[0061] In some or more examples, the pipe assembly is configured to be positioned within the casing. In some or more examples, the protective casing is generally cylindrical. The pipe is generally cylindrical.

[0062] In some or more examples, the tube assembly is configured to be positioned radially and centrally within the protective sheath. A shutter may be used to position the tube within the protective sheath.

[0063] In some or more examples, the pipe is the production pipe. In some or more examples, the pipe is configured for use in extracting production fluid from a formation.

[0064] In some or more examples, the parameter is at least one of pressure, temperature, pH, force, deformation, stress, tension, resistivity, and conductivity.

[0065] In some or more examples, the pipe assembly is configured for use with a sieve configured to separate particles from the fluid. In some or more examples, the sieve is a sand sieve. In some or more examples, the sand sieve is configured to separate sand particles from the fluid entering the borehole. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 37 / 82 18 / 62 of the tube.

[0066] In some or more examples, the sieve is configured to be wrapped around the tube. In some or more examples, the sieve is generally cylindrical. In some or more examples, the sieve generally encircles the tube.

[0067] In some or more examples, the meter is configured to detect a parameter inside the sieve and outside the sieve. The meter is configured to detect a parameter in the tube bore. The meter is further configured to detect a parameter in the annular space defined between the protective coating and the tube. The meter is configured to be carried through the tube. Since the meter is carried through the tube, the meter can detect parameters on both sides of the sieve, i.e., in the bore and in the annular space. Compared to arrangements in the prior art, large portions of the sieve need not be sacrificed, which reduces the sieve's ability to separate particles from the fluid. This can decrease efficiency and result in suboptimal fluid flow.

[0068] In some or more examples, the pipe assembly is configured for use in a methane hydrate well.

[0069] In some or more examples, a method of placing the pipes in a well hole is provided. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 38 / 82 19 / 62

[0070] In some or more examples, the method comprises positioning at least one gauge partially inside the tubing to form a tubing assembly, the tubing configured for use in recovering fluid from the bottomhole from a formation and the gauge configured to detect a parameter inside the tubing; and installing the tubing assembly in the wellbore.

[0071] In some or more examples, the tubing is configured for use in recovering fluid from the bottomhole or during other phases of a well life cycle. For example, tubing is configured for use during abandonment, completion, and / or production.

[0072] In some or more examples, the wellbore is part of a well. In some or more examples, the well is a shore well or an offshore well. In some or more examples, the well is an abandoned well, an appraisal well, or a production well.

[0073] The described method provides a method in which the meter is positioned partially inside the pipes, such that the meter is less vulnerable to damage than the arrangements of the prior art. In particular, since the meter is at least partially inside or within the pipe, the part of the meter that is inside or within the pipe is not exposed during deployment and cannot be damaged by contact with, for example, the wellbore, the Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 39 / 82 20 / 62 external protective coating, etc. during deployment or recovery.

[0074] Since the gauge is positioned at least partially inside the pipe, the portion of the gauge that is inside or internal to the pipe is not present in the annular space defined between the pipe and the outer protective casing, if the well is not an uncased well. As such, this portion of the gauge does not restrict fluid flow within the annular space. Furthermore, the pipe diameter can be increased beyond the suboptimally reduced diameter present in the previous arrangements due to the presence of the gauge in the annular space. The diameter can be increased up to an optimum amount.

[0075] Furthermore, since the gauge is positioned at least partially inside the pipe, the pipe does not need to be eccentric with respect to the protective coating due to the presence of the gauge attached to the outside of the pipe. This can reduce the lateral force on the pipe. Additionally, this can reduce the frictional force or frictional load during the deployment of the pipe arrangement. Furthermore, the risk of the pipe arrangement becoming stuck in the protective coating is reduced. Additionally, flexible pipe joints may not necessarily be required between the pipe arrangement sections and other pipe sections that require concentric connections, such as Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 40 / 82 21 / 62 shutters and plugs.

[0076] In some or more examples, the meter placement comprises carrying the meter through the pipe such that the meter is configured to detect one parameter inside the pipe and one parameter outside the pipe. In some or more examples, the carrying comprises carrying the meter through a side wall of the pipe.

[0077] In some or more examples, the parameters detected inside the tube and outside the tube are the same or different.

[0078] In some or more examples, the transport of the meter comprises the positioning of a first meter sensing element inside a pipe bore.

[0079] In some or more examples, transporting the meter involves positioning a second meter sensing element outside the tube.

[0080] In some or more examples, the method additionally comprises detecting the parameter inside and / or outside the tube.

[0081] In some or more examples, the method further comprises comparing the parameter detected inside the tube with the parameter detected outside the tube. In some or more examples, the comparison comprises determining a difference or delta between the first parameters. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 41 / 82 22 / 62 detected.

[0082] In some or more examples, the positioning comprises the positioning of at least one sensing element within the tube to detect a parameter by means of at least one aperture positioned within a part of the meter. In some or more examples, the aperture is positioned within a meter body of the meter. The aperture may be an opening in the borehole. The first sensing element may be positioned to detect a parameter in the borehole by means of the borehole opening.

[0083] In some or more examples, the aperture is positioned within a fastener configured to secure the meter to the tube. This aperture may be an annular space aperture. The second sensing element may be positioned to detect a parameter in the annular space through the annular space aperture.

[0084] In some or more examples, the gauge comprises a gauge body positioned within the tube. The gauge body may be fastened to the tube with a screw and nut. The screw and nut may comprise a corridor defining a fluid communication path between the annular space and the bore. The opening in the annular space may be positioned within the corridor.

[0085] In some or more examples, the corridor is plugged to prevent fluid communication within the borehole. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 42 / 82 23 / 62 of the tube. The runner can be plugged with a plug. The plug can be threaded into the runner with a bolt and nut.

[0086] In some or more examples, meter placement involves attaching the meter to the pipe.

[0087] In some or more examples, the meter attachment comprises at least one of screwing the meter to the pipe and securing the meter to the pipe.

[0088] In some or more examples, the meter attachment comprises screwing a meter body of the meter to the pipe with a screw and nut. The screw and nut may have a runner with an opening in the annular space through which the second sensing element is configured to detect a parameter in the annular space. The runner may be threaded.

[0089] In some or more examples, the method further comprises attaching the screw with nut to the tube and / or meter body. The attachment may comprise attaching the screw with nut to the tube by means of a fastener such as one or more screws. The screws may secure the head of the screw with nut to the tube. The attachment may comprise attaching the screw with nut to the meter by means of a fastener such as one or more screws. The screws may secure the shank of the screw with nut and / or the threaded part. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, p. 43 / 82 24 / 62 to the meter body. By securing the screw and nut to the meter body, the screw and nut is less likely to fall out, and therefore the meter body is less likely to detach from the pipe. Furthermore, by securing the screw and nut to the meter body using screws on the screw and nut shank, the threaded part of the screw and nut is not affected, which does not affect the fastening capacity of the screw and nut.

[0090] In some or more examples, the method further comprises plugging the screw-head and nut corridor that secures the meter body to the tube. The plugging may comprise screwing a plug into the corridor.

[0091] In some or more examples, the meter attachment comprises forming a hole in the tube and positioning at least a portion of the meter in the hole such that the meter is configured to detect a parameter in the tube hole and / or in the annular space of the protective coating. In some or more examples, the meter portion comprises a sensor. In some or more examples, the sensor comprises a first sensing element and a second sensing element. In some or more examples, the first sensing element is interconnected or connected to the second sensing element. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, p. 44 / 82 25 / 62 detection. In some or more examples, the first detection element is configured to detect a parameter in the bore. In some or more examples, the second detection element is configured to detect a parameter in the annular space.

[0092] The gauge can be flush with the outer surface of the pipe so that the diameter is not increased by the gauge. In this way, the gauge does not increase the overall diameter of the pipe and the pipe can be of optimal diameter.

[0093] In some or more examples, the transport of the meter comprises attaching the sensor to the tube. In some or more examples, the transport of the meter comprises forming a hole in the side wall of the tube and positioning the sensor in the hole of the tube such that the first sensing element is configured to detect a parameter in the hole and the second sensing element is configured to detect a parameter in the annular space.

[0094] In some or more examples, the sensor is attached to the tube by one of a friction fit, expanding friction clamp, screwing and tube attachment.

[0095] In some or more examples, the method additionally comprises the communication of a signal. In some or more examples, the signal communication comprises the communication of the signal from the meter. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 45 / 82 26 / 62

[0096] In some or more examples, communication comprises the communication of the signal by means of wired and / or wireless communication. Wired communication methods are through a guided transmission medium, such as a wire, other metallic structure, or a material having high electromagnetic (EM) conductivity relative to a surrounding medium. Wired communication methods may use power lines, steel cables, fiber optic cabling, etc. Wireless communication methods are not through a guided transmission medium. Wireless communication methods are through air, water, soil (or formation), or other media such as pipes or protective sheathing. In some or more examples, wireless communication methods use electromagnetic technology, acoustic technology, and / or pressure wave technology, or combinations thereof.

[0097] In some or more examples, the communication module is configured to communicate, transmit and / or receive by means of a combination of wired and wireless communication. For example, a signal may be communicated using an EM and / or acoustic signal that travels through the protective sheath to some part of the signal path, then optionally through an electrical wire and then through tubes using an EM signal.

[0098] In some or more examples, the sign is by Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 46 / 82 27 / 62 minus one between a power signal and a data signal.

[0099] In some or more examples, the power signal provides electrical power to components of the pipe assembly. In some or more examples, the power signal provides electrical power to a meter in a pipe assembly.

[00100] In some or more examples, the data signal is a control signal. In some or more examples, the control signal is configured to control a meter. In particular, the control signal is configured to activate the meter, control the detection of one or more parameters by the meter, and control the transmission of one or more parameters detected by the meter and / or an associated communication module.

[00101] In some or more examples, the communication comprises the communication of the signal from the meter to another meter and / or a remotely located controller or storage device. In some or more examples, the other meter is part of another set of pipes.

[00102] In some or more examples, the method further comprises, prior to the installation of the pipe assembly, lining the wellbore with protective casing. The protective casing or external protective casing is placed in the wellbore before the pipe is placed inside the wellbore. The protective casing is configured to isolate the Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 47 / 82 28 / 62 formation, stabilize the wellbore and / or protect the equipment encapsulated by the protective casing. In some or more examples, the protective casing is cemented in place within the wellbore. In some or more examples, the protective casing is configured to protect the formation against the protective casing within the wellbore. In some or more examples, the protective casing is generally cylindrical.

[00103] In some or more examples, the tube is configured to be positioned inside the protective casing.

[00104] In some or more examples, the tube is the production tube.

[00105] In some or more examples, the parameter is at least one of pressure, temperature, pH, force, deformation, stress, tension, resistivity, and conductivity.

[00106] Aspects of the inventions described may include one or more examples, embodiments or features in isolation or in various combinations, whether or not specifically defined (including claimed) in that combination or in isolation. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

[00107] A description is now given, by way of example only, with reference to the attached drawings, in Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 48 / 82 29 / 62 which: Figure 1 is a simplified representation of a wellbore structure with a downhole tool; Figure 2 is a longitudinal cross-sectional view of a part of a well structure; Figure 3 is a perspective view of pipes with a gauge attached; Figure 4 is an axial cross-sectional view of a well structure; Figure 5 is an axial view of a set of pipes; Figure 6 is an axial view of a set of pipes inside the protective casing; Figure 7 is a longitudinal view of a set of pipes with a section of pipes removed; Figure 8 is an axial cross-sectional view of the pipe assembly within the protective casing along the YY section lines of Figure 7; Figure 9 is an axial view of a set of pipes; Figure 10 is a flowchart of a method for placing pipes in a well borehole; Figure 11 is a longitudinal view of multiple sets of pipes arranged in the protective coating; and Figure 12 is a longitudinal view of another arrangement of multiple sets of tubes within the protective coating. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, p. 49 / 82 30 / 62 DESCRIPTION OF SPECIFIC MODALITIES

[00108] The preceding summary as well as the following detailed description of certain modalities will be better understood when read in conjunction with the attached drawings. As will be appreciated, similar reference characters are used to refer to similar elements throughout the description and drawings. As used herein, an element or feature recited in the singular and preceded by the word a or an should be understood as not necessarily excluding a plural of elements or features. Furthermore, references to an example or “a modality” are not intended to be interpreted as excluding the existence of additional examples or modalities that also incorporate the elements or features recited from that one example or modality.Furthermore, unless explicitly defined otherwise, examples or modalities comprising, having, or “including” an element or characteristic or a plurality of elements or characteristics having a particular property may also include additional elements or characteristics not having that particular property. In addition, it will be appreciated that the terms “comprises,” “has,” and “includes” mean “including, but not limited to,” and the terms “comprising,” “having,” and “including” have equivalent meanings. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, p. 50 / 82 31 / 62

[00109] As used herein, the term and / or may include any and all combinations of one or more of the listed associated elements or features.

[00110] It shall be understood that when an element or feature is referred to as being on, fixed to, connected to, coupled to, contacting, etc. another element or feature, that element or feature may be directly on, fixed to, connected to, coupled to, or contacting the other element or feature, or intermediate elements may also be present. Conversely, when an element or feature is referred to as being, for example, directly on, directly fixed to, directly connected to, directly coupled to, or directly contacting another feature element, there are no intermediate elements or features present.

[00111] It will be understood that spatially relative terms, such as under, below, inferior, over, above, superior, front, behind, and the like, may be used here to facilitate the description of the relationship of one element or feature to another element or feature as described in the figures. Spatially relative terms, however, may encompass different orientations in use or operation beyond the Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 51 / 82 32 / 62 orientation described in the figures.

[00112] The reference here to "example" means that one or more features, structures, elements, components, characteristics, and / or operational steps described in connection with the example are included in at least one embodiment and / or implementation of the matter in question, according to the present disclosure. Thus, the expressions "an example," "another example," and similar language throughout the present disclosure may refer to, but do not necessarily refer to, the same example. Furthermore, the matter in question that characterizes any one example may include, but does not necessarily include, the matter in question that characterizes any other example.

[00113] The reference here to configured denotes a current configuration state that fundamentally links the element or feature to the physical characteristics of the element or feature that precede the configured expression.

[00114] Unless otherwise indicated, the terms first, second, etc. are used herein merely as labels, and are not intended to impose ordinal, positional, or hierarchical demands on the items to which these terms refer. Furthermore, reference to a second item does not require or preclude the existence of a lower-numbered item (e.g., a Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 52 / 82 33 / 62 first item) and / or a higher-numbered item (for example, a third item).

[00115] As used herein, the terms approximately and about represent a quantity close to the defined quantity that still performs the desired function or achieves the desired result. For example, the terms approximately and about may refer to a quantity that is within less than 10% of, within less than 5% of, within less than 1% of, within less than 0.1% of, or within less than 0.01% of the defined quantity.

[00116] Some of the following examples have been described specifically in relation to well infrastructure related to oil and gas production, or similar, but certainly the systems and methods can be used with other well structures. Similarly, although in the following example an offshore well structure is described, the same systems and methods can be used onshore, as will be appreciated.

[00117] Returning now to Figure 1, a simplified representation of a section of a well 100 is shown. In Figure 1, well 100 is an offshore well, although this is only exemplary. A well 102 structure extends from the surface to an underground formation. In this embodiment, the surface is the seabed or mud line. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 53 / 82 34 / 62 104. The structure of well 102 may comprise a conductor, protective casing and other pipes used to recover the product from the underground formation. Well 100 comprises a wellhead 106, wet Christmas tree or similar, on a production platform 108. In other embodiments, the wellhead 106 may be located on the mud line 104.

[00118] As a person skilled in the art will appreciate, well 100 may also comprise an open-hole section, insofar as there is no well structure positioned within well 100 in the open-hole section. The open-hole structure may be smaller than the well structure. The open-hole structure may be located above the well structure 102. Similarly, a person skilled in the art will appreciate that well 100 may be any of a production well, injection well, appraisal well, or a side lane of an existing well.

[00119] Returning now to Figure 2, a longitudinal cross-sectional view of a part of the well structure 102 is shown. The well structure 102 is generally cylindrical. In this embodiment, the well structure 102 comprises the casing, the outer protective casing or protective casing 110 that forms the exterior of the well structure 102 and the piping or pipes. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 54 / 82 35 / 62 120 inside the well structure 102.

[00120] Protective casing 110 serves to prevent the formation outside the protective casing 110 from collapsing into the wellbore of well 100. Protective casing 110 may additionally or alternatively isolate different formations to prevent flow or crossflow of formation fluid. Protective casing 110 may additionally or alternatively provide a means of maintaining control of fluids and formation pressure as well 110 is drilled.

[00121] Protective casing 110 is generally cylindrical. In this embodiment, protective casing 110 comprises steel tubing, although other materials may be used. Protective casing 110 is hollow. Protective casing 110 comprises interconnected protective casing segments, which form a complete protective casing placement. Protective casing 110 runs to some part or the entire longitudinal length of the wellbore 100. In use, protective casing is generally cemented in place within wellbore 100 once the wellbore is drilled.

[00122] The protective coating 110 defines a known generally cylindrical interior volume. The tube 120 is positioned within this volume to form an annular space 112. The tube 120 is inside the defined interior. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 55 / 82 36 / 62 by the protective coating 110. In exemplary arrangements, the tube 120 is radially and centrally located within the annular space 112. The tube 120 may be radially and centrally positioned using one or more packers (not shown). The packers may be mechanical packs, tension packers, rotation packers, hydraulic packers, inflatable packers, permanent packers and / or cement packers.

[00123] The 120 pipe is configured to be placed in a wellbore, for example, the wellbore of well 100, to recover downhole fluid from one or more formations. In this embodiment, the 120 pipe is the production pipe. The 120 pipe is part of the production string through which the production fluid flows from the formation. The 120 pipe runs to some part or the entire longitudinal length of the wellbore of well 100. The 120 pipe is generally cylindrical. The 120 pipe is hollow. The 120 pipe defines a generally cylindrical interior volume known as a 122 bore. The 120 pipe can be made of steel, steel alloys, or other generally corrosion-resistant materials in which the production fluid can flow.

[00124] In this embodiment, the protective casing 110 surrounds the pipe 120, however, as will be seen, in the open bore parts of the well 100, no casing. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 56 / 82 37 / 62 of protective sheathing 110 may be present, and pipe 120 may not be surrounded by protective sheathing 110. In operation, pipe 120 is placed in the wellbore of well 100 to recover downhole fluid (production fluid) from one or more formations.

[00125] Returning now to Figure 3, a perspective view of 120 tubes with a 300 gauge attached to the 120 tube is shown. The 300 gauge is secured to the tube by a clamp 130. As shown in Figure 3, the clamp 130 encircles the 300 gauge and an outer circumference of the 120 tube. The clamp 130 is secured to the 120 tube by head bolts and nuts or screws. As a person skilled in the art will appreciate, the clamp 130 can be secured to the 120 tube in a variety of ways.

[00126] Meter 300 is configured to detect one or more parameters. Since meter 300 is external to tube 120, the parameter is detected in the environment outside tube 120. Meter 300 may comprise multiple sensing elements configured to detect a variety of parameters. Example parameters include pressure, temperature, pH, force, deformation, stress, strain, resistivity, and conductivity.

[00127] A connector 140 is connected to meter 300 and extends from clamp 130. Connector 140 is adjacent to tube 120. Connector 140 provides power to the Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 57 / 82 38 / 62 meter and / or data communication to and from meter 300. Connector 140 is the interface between meter 300 and a power source and / or module. One or more transmission media, such as wires or cables, are located within connector 140. One end of the wires or cables is connected to meter 300. The other end of the wires or cables is connected to the power source and / or a module. The module may be a communication module such as a transceiver configured to transmit parameters detected from meter 300 to another location. The power source may be a battery. The other location may be a surface or subsurface location, or another communication module that may be associated with another meter 300.

[00128] Although a single 300 gauge attached to the 120 tube has been described, a person skilled in the art will appreciate that multiple 300 gauges can be used.

[00129] Returning now to Figure 4, an axial cross-sectional view of a part of a well 102 structure is shown.

[00130] As described previously, the well structure 102 is generally cylindrical. The well structure 102 comprises the protective casing 110 which forms the exterior of the well structure 102 and the pipe 120 inside the well structure 102. Two meters 300 are attached to Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 58 / 82 39 / 62 pipe by a 130 clamp. The 130 clamp encircles 300 meters and an outer circumference of 120 pipe.

[00131] As clearly shown in Figures 3 and 4, clamp 130 is fixed around tube 120. Gauges 300 are positioned on a radial side of tube 120. Gauges 300 are not positioned radially and centrally in relation to tube 120. That is, gauges 300 are not radially coaxial with tube 120. Furthermore, clamp 130 with gauges 300 has a larger diameter than tube 120. To accommodate the additional radius of gauges 300 clamped on tube 120, tube 120 is no longer centrally located within the protective sheath 110. Tube 120 is not positioned radially and centrally in relation to protective sheath 110. Tube 120 is eccentric to protective sheath 110. Tube 120 has a radial center (Tc) that is different from a radial center (Cc) of the protective coating 110.

[00132] In typical arrangements, the 110 protective cover has an outside diameter of approximately 9.625 inches (24.448 cm). The 110 protective cover has an inside diameter of approximately 8.500 inches (21.590 cm). The 130 clamp has an outside diameter (excluding the 300 meters) of approximately 6.156 inches (15.636 cm). Each 300 meter has a diameter Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 59 / 82 The 40 / 62 outer diameter is approximately 1.690 inches (4.293 cm). The 120 pipe has an outer diameter of approximately 5.500 inches (13.970 cm). The radial center (Tc) of the 110 pipe is offset from the radial center (Cc) of the 110 protective coating by 0.710 inch (1.803 cm). As a person skilled in the art will appreciate, these dimensions are exemplary and may be varied depending on the specific application.

[00133] During operation, the 300 gauges are attached to the 120 pipe, and the pipe is placed or deployed within the protective casing. As discussed earlier, since the 300 gauges are external to the 120 pipe, the gauges are exposed during the deployment or placement of the 120 pipe. As such, the 300 gauges are vulnerable to damage during the deployment or placement of the 120 pipe. In particular, the 300 gauges can be damaged through contact with the wellbore, external protective casing, etc. during deployment or retrieval.

[00134] Furthermore, since gauge 300 is present in the annular space 112 of the protective casing 110, the diameter of pipe 120 must be reduced to accommodate the additional diameter of gauge 300 within the annular space 112. This results in suboptimal diameter pipe 120 which reduces the downhole fluids that can be withdrawn from pipe 120 and generally reduces well efficiency. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 60 / 82 41 / 62 100.

[00135] Furthermore, as described earlier, the 120 pipe is eccentric with the 110 protective coating due to the presence of the 300 gauge attached to the outside of the 120 pipe. This increases the lateral force on the pipe, and may increase the frictional force or frictional load during the deployment of the 120 pipe compared to non-eccentric pipes. Additionally, the risk of the 120 pipe becoming stuck in the 110 protective coating is increased. Furthermore, flexible pipe joints may be required between sections of 120 pipe, and other sections of 120 pipe that require concentric connections, such as plugs and caps.

[00136] Returning now to Figure 5, a 500 pipe assembly is shown. The 500 pipe assembly is configured for use in a wellbore, that is, the wellbore of well 100. The 500 pipe assembly comprises 120 pipes. As described earlier, 120 pipes can be configured to be placed in a wellbore to recover downhole fluid from one or more formations, although other pipe types may be used alternatively.

[00137] In this embodiment, pipe 120 is the production pipe. Pipe 120 is part of the production string through which the production fluid flows from the Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 61 / 82 42 / 62 formation. The 120 pipe runs to some part or the entire longitudinal length of the wellbore from well 100. The 120 pipe is generally cylindrical. The 120 pipe is hollow. The 120 pipe defines an interior volume, generally cylindrical, known as the 122 borehole. The 120 pipe can be made of steel, steel alloys, or other generally corrosion-resistant materials in which the production fluid can flow.

[00138] The tube assembly 500 further comprises at least one meter 502. The meter 502 is positioned at least partially inside the tube 120. In some arrangements, the meter 502 may be positioned entirely inside the tube 120. The meter 502 is configured to detect a parameter inside the tube 120. As will be described, the meter 502, in this embodiment, comprises multiple sensing elements configured to detect parameters. Exemplary parameters include pressure, temperature, pH, force, deformation, stress, strain, resistivity, and conductivity.

[00139] As shown in Figure 5, meter 502 is carried through tube 120. Specifically, meter 502 is carried through a side wall of tube 120. In such exemplary arrangements, meter 502 is configured to detect a parameter inside tube 120 and outside tube 120. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pages 62 / 82 43 / 62

[00140] In this embodiment, the 502 meter is configured to detect a parameter in the annular space 112 defined between the protective coating 110 and the pipe 120, and a parameter in the hole 122 of the pipe 120 as will be described. As a person skilled in the art will appreciate, the 502 meter can be configured to detect the same or different parameters in the annular space 112 and in the hole 122. Furthermore, the 502 meter can be configured to detect only one parameter in the hole 122 of the pipe 120, only one parameter in the annular space 112 of the protective coating, or one parameter in the hole 122 and in the annular space 112.

[00141] Gauge 502 comprises a gauge 504 body fixed to tube 120. The gauge 504 body is fixed to the tube by a 506 head screw and nut, although, as a person skilled in the art will appreciate, other means of fastening or tightening may be used. The gauge 504 body is positioned inside hole 122 of tube 120. A portion of gauge 502 is inside tube 120, i.e., in hole 122. In this embodiment, the portion of gauge 502 inside tube 120 is shaped to fit the inner surface of tube 120. In this embodiment, the portion of gauge 502 that is inside tube 120 is the gauge 504 body. The gauge 504 body has a generally arched shape that matches the circular sidewall of tube 120. The gauge 504 body encompasses a portion of the inner circular curve. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 63 / 82 44 / 62 of the 120 tube. The part is approximately one-quarter of the inner circumference of the 120 tube. The body of the 504 gauge is usually in the shape of a jelly bean.

[00142] As shown in Figure 6, pipe 120 is surrounded by protective casing 110. Protective casing 110 serves to prevent the formation outside the protective casing 110 from collapsing into the wellbore of well 100. Protective casing 110 may additionally or alternatively isolate different formations to prevent flow or crossflow of formation fluid. Protective casing 110 may additionally or alternatively provide a means of maintaining control of formation fluids and pressure as well 110 is drilled.

[00143] Protective casing 110 is generally cylindrical. In this embodiment, protective casing 110 is steel tubing. Protective casing 110 is hollow. Protective casing 110 comprises interconnected protective casing segments, which form the total placement of protective casing. Protective casing 110 runs to some part or the entire longitudinal length of the wellbore 100. In use, protective casing is generally cemented in place within wellbore 100 once the wellbore is drilled.

[00144] Protective coating 110 defines a Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 64 / 82 45 / 62 interior volume generally cylindrical known as an annular space 112. The tube 120 is positioned within the annular space 112. The tube 120 is within the interior defined by the protective sheath 110. In this embodiment, the tube 120 is centrally located within the annular space 112. In this embodiment, the tube 120 is radially and centrally positioned using one or more obturators (not shown). The obturators may be mechanical assemblies, tension obturators, rotation obturators, hydraulic assemblies, inflatable obturators, permanent obturators and / or cement obturators.

[00145] Returning now to Figure 7, a longitudinal view of gauge 502, with a portion of tube 120 removed for clarity, is shown. As shown in Figure 7, gauge 502 further comprises a first sensing element 510 and a second sensing element 512. The first sensing element 510 is configured to detect one or more parameters within the bore 122 of tube 120 and a second sensing element 512 is configured to detect one or more parameters within the annular space 112 between tube 120 and the protective sheath 110. Sensing elements 510 and 512 are located within the bore 122 of tube 120. Sensing elements 510 and 512 are cylindrical members that are axially parallel to the longitudinal axis with tube 120. A person versed in Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 65 / 82 46 / 62 technical experts will appreciate that other configurations are possible. The sensing elements 510 and 512 interact with the meter body 504 as will be described.

[00146] As shown in Figure 8, the first detection element 510 is configured to detect one or more parameters within the bore 122 by means of an opening in the bore 522 in the gauge body 504. The second detection element 512 is configured to detect one or more parameters within the annular space 112 by means of an opening in the annular space 532 positioned within a corridor 514 of the screw-head and nut 506. The screw-head and nut 506 is blind such that the corridor 514 provides fluid communication from the annular space 112, defined between the tube 120 and another lining or protective lining 110 and the bore 122 of the tube 120.

[00147] The screw with head and nut 506 is shaped such that the head of the screw with head and nut 506 is outside the tube 120. The screw with head and nut 506 may be flush with the outer wall of the tube 120 such that the tube assembly 500 is generally cylindrical. The screw with head and nut 506 may be threaded to be fixed to the body of the gauge 504. The screw with head and nut 506 may comprise threaded and unthreaded parts (e.g., a rod).

[00148] The screw with head and nut 506 can be Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pages 66 / 82 47 / 62 still attached to the 120 tubes by 550 tube bolts in the head of the 506 head bolt and nut. The 550 tube bolts are axially parallel to the longitudinal axis of the 506 head bolt and nut. Two 550 tube bolts are positioned on opposite diametrical ends of the 506 head bolt and nut.

[00149] The 506 headed bolt and nut is further secured to the 504 gauge body by 552 gauge bolts. The 552 gauge bolts are axially perpendicular to the longitudinal axis of the 506 headed bolt and nut. Two 552 gauge bolts are used. The 552 gauge bolts may be secured to the threaded part or to the shank of the 506 headed bolt and nut so as not to affect the connection of the 506 headed bolt and nut to the 506 gauge body. A person skilled in the art will appreciate that more or fewer 550 pipe bolts and / or 552 gauge bolts may be used.

[00150] The runner 514 in the screw with head and nut 506 is capped by a cap 540. The cap 540 is threaded into a threaded part of the runner 514, although the cap 540 may be fixed within the runner 514 by other means. The cap 540 prevents fluid communication between the runner 514 and the hole 122 of the tube 120 to ensure that the second sensing element 512 is sensing a parameter within the annular space 112. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pages 67 / 82 48 / 62

[00151] Seals or gaskets such as O-rings may be used in relation to each sensing element 510 and 512 to ensure that fluid does not flow between the annular space 112 of the protective casing 110 and the hole 122 of the tube 120. In addition, seals or gaskets such as O-rings may be used in relation to the screw with head and nut 506 to ensure that fluid does not flow between the annular space 112 and the hole 122.

[00152] The screw with head and nut 506 extends slightly beyond the outer surface of the tube 120. However, the screw with head and nut 506 can be in line with the outer surface of the tube 120 such that the diameter of the tube 120 is not increased. Thus, the tube 120 can be concentric with the protective coating 110 surrounding the tube 120 and the problems discussed earlier related to eccentricity are at least partially remedied or avoided.

[00153] Although only a single screw with head and nut 506 and meter body 504 have been shown in Figures 5, 6 and 8, meter 502 may comprise multiple screws with head and nut 506 and associated meter bodies 504, as shown in Figure 7. Each screw with head and nut 506 and meter body 504 may be associated with one or more sensing elements 510 and 512 configured to detect the same parameters or Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 68 / 82 49 / 62 different.

[00154] Although a particular 506 head and nut bolt has been described, a person skilled in the art will appreciate that other configurations are possible. Returning now to Figure 9, another 606 head and nut bolt is shown. The 606 head and nut bolt is the same 506 head and nut bolt as previously described, with the exception that the 606 head and nut bolt does not include the 514 runner. The 502 gauge shown in Figure 9 is therefore only configured to detect only one parameter at hole 122 of tube 120.

[00155] Sensing elements 510 and 512 are configured to communicate detected parameters to a communication module 520 via wired connections, although a person skilled in the art will appreciate that other configurations are possible. As shown in Figure 7, the communication module 520 is located inside hole 122 of tube 120. The communication module 520 is a generally cylindrical member that is axially parallel to the longitudinal axis of tube 120. The communication module 520 is axially parallel to sensing elements 510 and 512.

[00156] Wired communication comprises communication through a guided transmission medium, such as a wire, other metallic structure or a material having high electromagnetic (EM) conductivity relative to a Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 69 / 82 50 / 62 surrounding medium. In another embodiment, the 510 and 512 detection elements are configured to communicate detected parameters to the 520 communication module via wireless communication. The wireless communication methods are not through a guided transmission medium. The wireless communication methods are through air, water, soil (or formation) or other media such as pipes or protective coating. The wireless communication methods may utilize electromagnetic technology, acoustic technology and / or pressure wave technology, or combinations thereof. The 520 communication module may comprise a wireless or wired modem.

[00157] Communication module 520 is configured to receive the parameters detected by detection elements 510 and 512 and to store or record the parameters. Communication module 520 can also be configured to transmit the received parameters as will be described. In this embodiment, communication module 520 comprises a processor, computer media and / or storage media. In this embodiment, communication module 520 is also configured to determine the difference between the parameters detected from detection elements 510 and 512 to determine a delta of the detected parameter.

[00158] In this mode, the first detection element 510 is configured to detect the pressure in the borehole. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 70 / 82 51 / 62 The second detection element 122 and 512 are configured to detect the pressure in the annular space 112 of the protective casing 110 surrounding the pipe 120. The communication module 520 receives both detected pressures and determines a difference between the pressures to determine the pressure differential or delta along the pipe 120.

[00159] The 520 communication module can be configured to receive a signal and / or transmit a signal. The signal is communicated via wired or wireless communication, as described previously. The signal is at least one of a power signal and a data signal.

[00160] In this arrangement, communication module 520 is configured to transmit and / or receive the signal from another set of tubes 500, that is, a communication module 520 from another set of tubes 500 associated with another meter 502. Alternatively or additionally, communication module 520 is configured to transmit and / or receive the signal from a surface location. Such a surface location may provide downhole power to the set of tubes 500 or transmit / receive signals to / from communication module 520. The surface location may receive parameters detected by detection elements 510 and 512 via communication module 520.

[00161] In the exemplary arrangements shown above, the body of meter 504 is positioned against a wall. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 71 / 82 52 / 62 inside of tube 120. With this, the body of meter 504 is offset from a central longitudinal axis of tube 120. In other arrangements, the body of meter 504 can be positioned differentially. In particular, the body of meter 504 can be kept away from the inner wall of tube 120. In a specific arrangement, the body of meter 504 can be positioned such that the body of meter 504 is coincident with the central longitudinal axis of tube 120. The center of mass of the body of meter 504 can be coincident with the central longitudinal axis of tube 120.

[00162] Although the sensing elements 510 and 512 and the communication module 520 are shown as being radially distributed in hole 122 of tube 120, the sensing elements 510 and 512 and the communication module 520 may be deviated from a central longitudinal axis of tube 120. The sensing elements 510 and 512 and the communication module 520 positioned against an inner wall of tube 120.

[00163] Returning now to Figure 10, a flowchart of a method 700 for placing pipes in a wellbore is shown. Method 700 comprises the placement 702 of at least one gauge 502 partially within the pipes 120 to form the pipe assembly 500. The pipe 120 is configured for use in recovering fluid from the bottomhole from one or more formations. The gauge 502 is Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pages 72 / 82 53 / 62 is configured to detect a parameter within pipe 120, that is, in hole 122 of pipe 120. Method 700 further comprises the installation 704 of pipe assembly 500 in the wellbore of a well 100.

[00164] In this embodiment, the positioning 702 of the meter 502 comprises transporting the meter 502 through the tubes 120 such that the meter 502 is configured to detect a parameter inside the tube 120, that is, the hole 122 of the tube 120, and a parameter outside the tube, that is, in the annular space 112 of the protective coating 110 surrounding the tube 120.

[00165] In this embodiment, the transport of meter 502 comprises the positioning of the first detection element 510 of meter 502 inside hole 122 of tube 120. The transport further comprises the positioning of the second detection element 512 of meter 502 inside tube 120.

[00166] As previously described, meter 502 comprises the body of meter 504 attached to tube 120 by the headed screw and nut 506. Transporting meter 502 comprises attaching the body of meter 504 to tube 120 with the headed screw and nut 506. Specifically, transporting meter 502 comprises forming a hole or channel in the headed screw and nut 506. Transporting further comprises positioning the Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 73 / 82 54 / 62 detection elements 510 and 512 such that the first detection element 510 is configured to detect a parameter in bore 122 through the opening in bore 522 in the meter body 504, and the second detection element 512 is configured to detect a parameter in the annular space 112 through the opening in the annular space 532 in the corridor 514.

[00167] Positioning 702 may further include attaching the screw with head and nut 506 to the tube 120 with fasteners, in particular, tube screws 550. Positioning 702 may further include attaching the screw with head and nut 506 to the gauge body 504 with fasteners, in particular gauge screws 552.

[00168] In this embodiment, method 700 further comprises detection 706 of the parameter inside and outside the tube 120. Detection 706 comprises the detection of a parameter by means of the first detection element 510 and the detection of a parameter by means of the second detection element 512. The detected parameters are then communicated to the communication module 520 of the meter 502. The communication module 520 compares the detected parameters to determine a difference between the parameters. In this embodiment, the communication module 520 determines a pressure difference between the hole 112 and the annular space 122 to determine a pressure differential in the tube 120. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 74 / 82 55 / 62

[00169] In this embodiment, method 700 further comprises communication 708 of a signal from meter 502. The signal is communicated by means of wired and / or wireless communication, as described above. The signal is either a power signal or a data signal. The power signal provides power to other equipment such as another meter 502. The data signal is a control signal or data parameters detected by meter 502. In exemplary arrangements, the control signal is communicated from meter 502 to another meter 502 to control the retrieval, acquisition or transmission of parameters. The signal can be communicated by means of communication module 520.

[00170] In exemplary arrangements, the signal from meter 502 is communicated to another set of tubes 500 comprising another meter 502 or a remotely located controller or storage. The remotely located controller or storage may be located on the surface. The controller or storage comprises memory, one or more processors or processing devices, central processing unit (CPU), cache, read-only memory (ROM) and / or random access memory (RAM).

[00171] In this mode, before the installation of the 500 pipe assembly, the wellbore of well 100 is Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 75 / 82 56 / 62 coated with protective coating 110.

[00172] In this embodiment, tube 120 is the production tube. Furthermore, in this embodiment, the detected parameter is at least one of pressure, temperature, pH, force, deformation, stress, tension, resistivity, and conductivity.

[00173] Thus, in use, the wellbore of well 100 is drilled. The wellbore is then lined with the protective casing 110 which is cemented in place. A hole is then made in the side wall of the pipes 120. The body of the gauge 504 is positioned inside the hole 122 of the pipe 120 and fixed to the pipe 120 by means of the screw with head and nut 506 positioned in the hole. The first detection element 510 is positioned inside the tube 120 and configured to detect a parameter in hole 122 of the tube 120, and the second detection element 512 is positioned inside the tube 120 and configured to detect a parameter in the annular space of the protective coating 110. The communication module 120 is positioned inside the tube 120 and communicatively connected to the detection elements 510 and 512. The bodies of the multiple meters 504, headed screws and nuts 506, detection elements 510 and 512, and / or communication modules 520 may be positioned in the tube 120.The 500 pipe assembly is then installed, deployed, or placed in the wellbore. The multiples. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 76 / 82 57 / 62 sets of 500 tubes can be installed in the wellbore. Sensing elements 510 and 512 are configured to detect the parameter. Sensing elements 510 and 512 are further configured to communicate the detected parameters to the communication module 520 of meter 502. The communication module 520 is configured to store the detected parameters and compare them to determine a parameter differential. The communication module 520 is configured to communicate the differential to a surface location via wireless communication.

[00174] As described earlier, multiple sets of 500 tubes can be used. In addition, each set of 500 tubes can comprise multiple 502 meters. Returning now to Figures 11 and 12, the multiple sets of 500 tubes arranged in the protective sheath 110 are shown.

[00175] In Figure 11, the 502 meters of the 500 tube assemblies are configured to communicate via wireless communication. In Figure 12, the 502 meters are configured to communicate via both wireless and wired communication, as will be described. The broken lines indicate that the elements shown in the figures are of indefinite length.

[00176] In Figure 11, the 500 tube assemblies are Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 77 / 82 Figures 58 / 62 are shown with a portion of tube 120 cut off for clarity. Each 500 tube set comprises multiple 502 tube gauges and at least one 520 module. Furthermore, multiple 500 tube sets are present.

[00177] In this embodiment, the 500 tube set closest to the top of the wellbore, for example, the surface or mud line 104, receives the parameters detected by the other 502 meters from the other 502 tube sets. Specifically, each 520 communication module (except for the top communication module) communicates the detected parameters to the top 520 communication module of the top 500 tube set. The 520 communication module of each of the lower 500 tube sets records or stores the detected parameters, and the communication modules of each of the lower 500 tube sets communicate the recorded parameters via wireless communication. As will be appreciated, the 520 communication modules may not record the detected parameters and instead, the communication modules may simply communicate the detected parameters directly.The 520 upper communication module receives the parameters and registers or stores them. In this mode, the 520 upper communication module communicates the parameters to a remote location, for example, a module located on the surface. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 78 / 82 59 / 62

[00178] Although a particular configuration of multiple 500 tube sets has been described, a person skilled in the art will appreciate that other configurations are possible. Returning now to Figure 12, multiple 500 tube sets arranged in the protective sheath 110 are shown. As defined earlier, multiple 502 tube gauges are present in a single 500 tube set. Furthermore, multiple 500 tube sets are present. Unless otherwise defined, the multiple 500 tube sets shown in Figure 11 are arranged in the same manner as those in Figure 11.

[00179] In this embodiment, although the upper tube assembly 500 comprises a communication module 520 configured to communicate via wireless communication, the lower communication modules are configured to communicate via wired communication. As shown in Figure 12, the lower communication modules are electrically connected via wires or cables 900.

[00180] Thus, in use, the lower meters 502 detect the parameters. The parameters are recorded or stored in the associated communication modules 520. The stored parameters are then communicated via cables to the communication module 520 associated with the upper tube assembly 500. The received parameters, a Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 79 / 82 60 / 62 following, registered or stored in the upper communication module 520. The upper communication module then communicates the parameters via wireless communication to a remote location, for example, a module located on the surface.

[00181] A person skilled in the art will appreciate that parameters can be communicated directly without being recorded or stored.

[00182] As will be appreciated, the described 500 tube assembly can be used in a variety of applications. In particular, the 500 tube assembly can be used in a methane hydrate well or other types of wells where sand screens are used. In these applications, a sand screen surrounds the 120 tube. The sand screen is wrapped around the 120 tube. The sand screen is usually cylindrical since it is wrapped around the 120 tube.

[00183] The sand sieve is configured to separate particles from the fluid to ensure that the particles enter inside hole 122 of pipe 120. Since meter 502 is configured to detect a parameter outside pipe 120, i.e., in the annular space 112 of the protective coating 110, meter 502 is carried through the sand sieve. However, since meter 502 is mounted on pipe 120, a large area of Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pages 80 / 82 The 61 / 62 sand sieve does not have to be sacrificed to detect the parameter outside the 120 tube compared to previous technology systems.

[00184] Since the 502 meter is carried through the 120 tube, the 502 meter can detect parameters on both sides of the sand sieve, i.e., in the hole 122 and in the annular space 112, without sacrificing a large area of ​​the sand sieve and reducing efficiency. Compared with prior art arrangements, large portions of the sand sieve need not be sacrificed, which reduces the ability of the sand sieve to separate particles from the fluid and decreases efficiency, resulting in suboptimal fluid flow.

[00185] The applicant discloses in isolation each individual feature described herein and any combination of two or more such features, to the extent that such features or combinations are capable of being realized based on the descriptive report as a whole in the light of the common general knowledge of a person skilled in the art, regardless of which such features or combinations of features solve any problems disclosed herein, and without limitation to the scope of the claims. The applicant indicates that aspects of the invention may consist of any such individual feature or combination of features. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, pp. 81 / 82 62 / 62 In view of the foregoing description, it will be evident to a person skilled in the art that various modifications can be made within the scope of the invention. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, p. 82 / 82

Claims

1 / 5 CLAIMS 1. A set of pipes for use in a wellbore, the wellbore having a length that extends longitudinally, the set of pipes characterized in that it comprises: a pipe (120) having a cylindrical configuration with a hole and an outer surface disposed on the outer diameter, wherein the pipe (120) and the hole extend along a longitudinal length and the outer diameter is constant along the longitudinal length of the pipe (120);and a meter (502) disposed within the bore of the tube (120), wherein at least part of the meter (502) is fixed to the tube (120) by a fastener, wherein the meter (502) is guided through the tube (120) by at least one opening such that the meter (502) is configured to detect a first parameter within the tube, and a second parameter outside the tube (120), wherein at least one opening is positioned within the body of the meter (502) and within a passage (514) within the fastener, wherein the first parameter is at least one of pressure, temperature, pH, force, strain, stress, resistivity or conductivity, and wherein the second parameter is at least one of pressure, temperature, pH, force, strain, stress, resistivity or conductivity.

2. Pipe assembly, according to claim Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 10 / 82 2 / 5 1, characterized in that the meter (502) is carried through a side wall of the pipe.

3. Tube assembly, according to claim 1, characterized in that the gauge (502) comprises a first detection element (510) for detecting the first parameter inside the bore.

4. Tube assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that the meter (502) comprises a second sensing element (512) configured to detect the second parameter outside the tube (120), wherein the second parameter is at least one of the following: pressure, temperature, pH, force, deformation, stress, resistivity or conductivity.

5. Tube assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that the detection element (510) is configured to detect the first parameter through at least one opening.

6. Tube assembly, according to claim 1, characterized in that it further comprises a communication module (520) configured to transmit and / or receive a data signal representative of the first parameter.

7. Pipe assembly, according to claim 1, characterized in that the well is lined with a casing; and wherein the pipe assembly is configured to be positioned within the casing.

8. Method of installing pipes in a well hole, the well hole having a length that extends longitudinally, the method characterized by the fact that it comprises: a pipe (120) with a cylindrical configuration, with a hole and an outer surface arranged on the outer diameter, wherein the pipe and the hole extend along a longitudinal length and the outer diameter of the pipe is constant along its longitudinal length;and provide a meter (502) within the bore of the tube (120) to form a tube assembly, the tube (120) configured for use in recovering a fluid from the bottom of a well, the meter comprising a body, a first opening disposed in the body, and a first sensing element (510), the first sensing element being configured to detect a first parameter within the bore of the tube (120), through the first opening, wherein the first parameter is at least one of the following: pressure, temperature, pH, force, deformation, stress, resistivity or conductivity; attach the meter body to the tube by means of a fastener, the fastener including a passage configured to allow the detection of a fluid disposed outside the tube; and install the tube assembly in the wellbore.

9. Method according to claim 8, Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 12 / 82 4 / 5 characterized in that the step of providing the meter comprises transporting the meter through the tube in such a way that the meter is configured to detect the first parameter inside the tube bore and a parameter outside the tube, wherein the second parameter is at least one of the following: pressure, temperature, pH, force, deformation, stress, resistivity or conductivity.

10. Method according to claim 9, characterized in that the transport of the meter comprises positioning the first detection element (510) of the meter (502) inside the bore of the tube.

11. Method according to claim 10, characterized in that the transport of the meter comprises positioning a second meter detection element (512) (502) inside the hole of the tube (120).

12. Method according to claim 11, characterized in that it further comprises detecting the first parameter (FP) using the first detection element (510) and producing FP data signals representative of the first detected parameter; detecting the second parameter (SP) using the second detection element (512) and producing SP data signals representative of the second detected parameter; and comparing the first parameter and the second parameter using the FP data signals and the SP data signals. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, page 13 / 82 5 / 5 13. Method according to claim 9, characterized in that it further comprises communicating a signal from the meter (502), wherein the signal is at least one of an energy signal or a data signal, and the communication includes communicating the signal from the meter to a second meter disposed in the pipe bore, or to a remotely located controller. Petition 870260052115, dated 05 / 29 / 2026, p. 14 / 82

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