Slant-drilling performance and rig design in Canada

Journal Article · Wed Dec 01 04:00:00 EST 1993 · SPE Drilling and Completion (Society of Petroleum Engineers); (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2118/23851-PA· OSTI ID:5324704

Rushford, J D

This paper describes the development of slant-drilling technology in Canada. Historical and future applications of slant technology are examined along with case studies demonstrating the advances that have been made in slant drilling. Improvements in rig technology are profiled along with proven field techniques that have contributed to the success of this technology.

• OSTI ID: 5324704
• Journal Information: SPE Drilling and Completion (Society of Petroleum Engineers); (United States), Journal Name: SPE Drilling and Completion (Society of Petroleum Engineers); (United States) Vol. 8:4; ISSN 1064-6671; ISSN SDCOE5
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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