Methods and compositions for carrier fluids comprising water-absorbent fibers

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APP PUB NO 20060032633A1
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10915024

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The present invention relates to methods and compositions for carrier fluids comprising water-absorbent fibers. One embodiment of the present invention provides a method of treating a portion of a subterranean formation, comprising providing a slurry wherein the slurry comprises a servicing fluid, particulates, and a degradable, water-absorbent material wherein the degradable, water-absorbent material acts to help keep the particulates from settling out of the slurry; and, introducing the slurry into the portion of the subterranean formation. Another embodiment of the present invention provides a slurry suitable for use in subterranean operations comprising a servicing fluid, particulates, and a degradable, water-absorbent material wherein the degradable, water-absorbent material acts to help keep the particulates from settling out of the slurry.

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HALLIBURTON EENERGY SERVICES INC10200 BELLAIRE BLVD HOUSTON TX 77072

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Nguyen, Philip D Duncan, OK 519 18432

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