18185905. REAMING A WELLBORE simplified abstract (SAUDI ARABIAN OIL COMPANY)
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REAMING A WELLBORE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Mohammed T. Alsharif of Al Khobar (SA)
REAMING A WELLBORE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18185905 titled 'REAMING A WELLBORE
The drilling assembly described in the patent application includes a drill string, sensors, and a reamer assembly. The sensors detect parameters of the drill string or wellbore, while the reamer assembly consists of a housing, movable reamer pads, and a valve.
- The housing has a cavity that receives fluid from the drill string.
- Movable reamer pads are partially within the cavity.
- The valve regulates fluid flow into the cavity based on sensor feedback.
- The fluid contacts the reamer pads, pushing them from a retracted to an expanded position.
Potential Applications: - Oil and gas drilling operations - Geothermal drilling projects - Mining exploration activities
Problems Solved: - Enhanced drilling efficiency - Improved wellbore stability - Reduced equipment wear and tear
Benefits: - Increased drilling speed - Enhanced accuracy in wellbore creation - Cost savings through optimized drilling processes
Commercial Applications: Title: Advanced Drilling Assembly for Efficient Operations This technology can be utilized in the oil and gas industry for faster and more precise drilling, leading to increased productivity and cost-effectiveness. It can also find applications in geothermal and mining sectors for improved drilling performance.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior patents related to drilling assemblies, reamer technologies, and sensor-integrated drilling equipment to gain a deeper understanding of the innovation presented in this patent application.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in drilling technology, sensor integration in drilling equipment, and reamer assembly designs to leverage the latest innovations in the field.
Questions about Drilling Assembly Technology: 1. How does the reamer assembly in this drilling technology improve drilling efficiency? - The reamer assembly in this technology enhances drilling efficiency by allowing for precise control over the expansion and retraction of reamer pads, optimizing the drilling process.
2. What are the key advantages of integrating sensors into the drill string? - By integrating sensors into the drill string, operators can monitor crucial parameters in real-time, enabling proactive adjustments to enhance drilling performance and wellbore integrity.
Original Abstract Submitted
Implementations of the present disclosure include a drilling assembly that includes a drill string, one or more sensors, and a reamer assembly. The sensors detect at least one parameter of the drill string or wellbore. The reamer assembly has a housing, at least one movable reamer pads, and a valve. The housing defines a cavity arranged to receive fluid from the drill string. The at least one movable reamer pad is at least partially disposed within the cavity. The valve is operable to regulate, as a function of feedback from the sensors, a flow of fluid into the cavity, allowing the fluid to contact the at least one movable reamer and push the at least one movable reamer pad from a first position, in which the at least one reamer pad is retracted, to a second position in which the at least one reamer pad is expanded.
