SwRI Research Technologies

SwRI Research Technologies - Drilling Hydraulics/Chip Transport

- Drilling Hydraulics/Chip Transport -

Drilling Hydraulics/Chip Transport
We have conducted several projects for oil and gas companies where they are determining the influence of a number of parameters on the transport of drilling cuttings up the annulus of an oil/gas well. These parameters include hole angle, penetration rate, cutting size, drill string rotation rate, drill string size, drill string eccentricity, and drilling mud properties. We have also conducted projects to determine improved geometries for bottom hole assemblies, in order to reduce the torque and drag required to remove a drill string from a hole laden with drill cuttings.
	Fluid Dynamics & Multiphase Flow; Fluids & Machinery Engineering; Mechanical Engineering