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An introduction to deepwater floating drilling operations

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OSTI ID:6350950
Deepwater drilling is discussed from selecting vessels and hardware to safety precautions and personnel. The contents include drilling from a floating vessel; planning and organizing deepwater drilling operations; drill vessels; drilling systems; mooring systems; auxiliary vessels; well-control and communications; subsea guide bases; subsea blowout preventers; marine-riser systems; drill-stem testing; safety and efficiency; and future developments. (JMT)
OSTI ID:
6350950
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English