Measurement-while-drilling essential to drilling

Journal Article · Mon Mar 28 04:00:00 EST 1988 · Oil Gas J.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6983388

Fontenot, J M; Rao, M V

During the next decade, measurement-while-drilling (MWD) technology will mature and become an essential part of drilling and formation evaluation. Especially in high angle/horizontal wells, more effective drilling and valuation will be possible. This concluding article in a series that began Jan. 25 focuses on limitations to using MWD that will be overcome. The use of MWD products and services will be expanded to include smaller holes, higher temperatures, faster and more frequent signals, more downhole memory, and additional sensors. These advances will lead to better formation evaluation, safer drilling, and increased drilling efficiency.

• Research Organization: Completion Technology Co., Houston, TX (US)
• OSTI ID: 6983388
• Journal Information: Oil Gas J.; (United States), Journal Name: Oil Gas J.; (United States) Vol. 86:13; ISSN OIGJA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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DOCUMENT TYPES
DRILLING
ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS
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