Patent ID: 8374835
Filing Date: 2013-02-12
Classification: E21B,G06G,G06T

Abstract:
1. A method to improve design, manufacture, performance and/or use of a well tool comprising: scanning the well tool, after manufacture, with a three dimensional (3D) scanning system operable to create a 3D image of the well tool as manufactured; converting the 3D image of the manufactured well tool into an as built 3D data file; comparing the as built data 3D file with an associated 3D design data file for the well tool; evaluating variations between the associated 3D design data file and the as built 3D data file; and modifying at least one design parameter and at least one manufacturing procedure associated with the well tool based on at least one variation between the associated 3D design data file and the as built 3D data file.