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Method for determining drilling conditions while drilling

Patent ·
OSTI ID:5323043
This patent describes a method for monitoring the drilling process while drilling a borehole through subsurface formations with a drill bit. The method comprising the steps of: generating a signal indicative of the torque applied to the drill bit in the drilling process; and distinguishing between argillaceous, porous and tight formations and generating an indication thereof in response to the signal indicative of torque.
Assignee:
Anadrill, Inc., Sugar Land, TX
Patent Number(s):
US 4852399
Application Number:
PPN: US 7218730A
OSTI ID:
5323043
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English