Encapsulated enzyme breaker and method for use in treating subterranean formations

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PATENT NO 5604186
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08388861

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The present invention relates to a method of preparing an encapsulated enzyme breaker and method of use in treating a subterranean formation. An encapsulated breaker is prepared by coating an enzyme on a cellulose substrate. A micron-sized particulate is admixed with the enzyme solution to prevent undesired agglomeration of the substrate. The enzyme solution coated substrate is covered with a membrane comprising a partially hydrolyzed acrylic crosslinked with either an aziridine prepolymer or a carbodiimide. The membrane contains imperfections through which an aqueous fluid may pass into the breaker to contact the enzyme and diffuse the enzyme outward from the breaker particle.

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HALLIBURTON COMPANYLEGAL INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY DEPARTMENT P O BOX 819052 DALLAS TX 75381

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Carter, Michael L Duncan, OK 6 269
Hunt, Charles V Duncan, OK 14 813
Norman, Lewis R Duncan, OK 43 2164
Pelley, Samuel D Rush Springs, OK 2 308
Powell, Ronald J Duncan, OK 28 2104

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