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Title: Advanced drilling techniques

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OSTI ID:6404449

Current advanced and novel drilling techniques are discussed ranging from lasers to explosive drill bits, and systems which have potential and future commercial uses are identified. The contents include: basic rock disintegration mechanisms; combination drilling systems; comparisons of Derfing techniques; abrasive jet drills; cavitating jet drills; electric arc and plasma drills; electron beam drills; electric disintegration drills; explosive drills; flame jet drills; high pressure jet drills (continuous, pulsed, and assisted by mechanical drills); implosion drills; rocket exhaust drills; spark drills; and thermal-mechanical drills. (JMT)

OSTI ID:
6404449
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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