Status of polycrystalline-diamond-compact bits: Part 1 - Development

Journal Article · Wed Jun 01 04:00:00 EDT 1988 · J. Pet. Technol.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2118/17919-PA· OSTI ID:6902018

Feenstra, R

Polycrystalline-diamond-compact (PDC) bits have become an established new generation of oilfield bits, particularly for drilling soft-to-medium-hard, nonabrasive formations. The development of these bits is still at an exciting stage. The state of the art in PDC cutters and bits is discussed and illustrated by a rich source of fairly recent literature. A look into the future is attempted in light of the bits' potential.

• Research Organization: Koninklijke/Shell E and P Laboratorium (NL)
• OSTI ID: 6902018
• Journal Information: J. Pet. Technol.; (United States), Journal Name: J. Pet. Technol.; (United States) Vol. 40:6; ISSN JPTJA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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