18667426. MEASURING DRILLING FLUID PH WITH SMART POLYMERS simplified abstract (SAUDI ARABIAN OIL COMPANY)
MEASURING DRILLING FLUID PH WITH SMART POLYMERS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Mohammed Albassam of Al-Khobar (SA)
Arturo Magana Mora of Dhahran (SA)
Chinthaka Pasan Gooneratne of Dhahran (SA)
Mohammad Aljubran of Dhahran (SA)
MEASURING DRILLING FLUID PH WITH SMART POLYMERS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18667426 titled 'MEASURING DRILLING FLUID PH WITH SMART POLYMERS
The patent application describes systems and methods for using smart polymers in drilling operations. Smart polymers sensitive to hydrogen ion concentrations are added to drilling fluid during the drilling process. A camera captures continuous images and observed characteristics of the returning mud containing the smart polymers, allowing for the estimation of pH values at the drill bit using image processing algorithms and machine-learning models.
- Smart polymers with pH sensitivity are added to drilling fluid during drilling operations
- Continuous images and observed characteristics of returning mud are captured by a camera
- pH values at the drill bit are estimated using image processing algorithms and machine-learning models
- Changes to drilling parameters are suggested based on the pH values
Potential Applications: - Enhanced monitoring and control of drilling operations - Improved efficiency and accuracy in determining pH values in wells
Problems Solved: - Lack of real-time pH monitoring in drilling operations - Inefficient adjustment of drilling parameters based on pH levels
Benefits: - Increased precision in drilling operations - Reduction in drilling costs and time - Enhanced safety and environmental protection measures
Commercial Applications: Title: Smart Polymer Technology for Enhanced Drilling Operations This technology can be utilized in the oil and gas industry for optimizing drilling processes, leading to cost savings and improved operational efficiency. It can also be applied in geothermal drilling and other industries requiring precise pH monitoring in wells.
Questions about Smart Polymer Technology: 1. How does the use of smart polymers improve drilling operations? Smart polymers enhance drilling operations by providing real-time pH monitoring and enabling adjustments to drilling parameters based on accurate pH values. 2. What are the potential cost-saving benefits of implementing smart polymer technology in drilling operations? By optimizing drilling processes and reducing the need for manual adjustments, smart polymer technology can lead to significant cost savings in the long run.
Original Abstract Submitted
Systems and methods include techniques for using smart polymers. Units of smart polymers with per-hydrogen (pH) sensitivity are inserted into drilling fluid pumped into a well during drilling. The smart polymers are configured to be triggered by hydrogen ion concentrations. An insertion timestamp associated with each unit is stored and indicates a time that each unit was inserted. Continuous images and observed characteristics of returning mud exiting through an annulus of the well and containing the units of smart polymer are captured by a camera positioned at a sensing location and linked to the monitoring system. An estimate of pH values at a drill bit of the drilling operation is determined using the continuous images, observed characteristics, and insertion timestamps, and based at least in part on executing image processing algorithms, machine-learning models, and deep-learning models. Changes to be made to drilling parameters are suggested.