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Title: Short radius drilling system improves directional control

Journal Article · · World Oil
OSTI ID:147900
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  1. Becfield Drilling Services, Houston, TX (United States)

Horizontal drilling capabilities and applications have been dramatically increased with development of Becfield Drilling Services` Short Radius Horizontal Drilling System utilizing the Articulated Downhole Drilling Motor (ADM). The system gives precise directional control, predictability , and reliability not previously available in short-radius operations. Because of the unique, patented design of the ADM, the short-radius system can be rotated during lateral drilling operations. This is a significant development in short-radius horizontal drilling technology. This paper reviews the design and operation of this equipment.

OSTI ID:
147900
Journal Information:
World Oil, Vol. 216, Issue 8; Other Information: PBD: Aug 1995
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English