Transcription of Introduction - IADC.org
{{id}} {{{paragraph}}}
Example: dental hygienist
Introduction - IADC.org
DRILLING FLUIDS FL-1. Introduction The principal functions of drilling fluid are to: Drilling fluids are fluids that are used during the drilling of subterranean wells. They provide primary well control of Control subsurface pressures, maintaining well control;. subsurface pressures by a combination of density and any Remove drill cuttings from beneath the bit and circulate additional pressure acting on the fluid column (annular or them to the surface;. surface imposed). They are most often circulated down the Maintain wellbore stability, mechanically and chemi- drill string, out the bit and back up the annulus to the surface cally;. so that drill cuttings are removed from the wellbore. Transmit hydraulic energy to the drill bit and downhole tools;. Drilling fluids have a number of alternative names, acronyms Cool and lubricate the drill string and bit;. and slang terms used within Allow adequate for- the industry. The most widely mation evaluation.
tion (WOC) fluids, clear brines and/or packer fluids. Drilling fluid is a major factor in the success of the drilling program and deserves careful study. Discussion in this man-ual, however, is limited to its general features. A compre-hensive and more academic text on drilling fluids is “Com-
Loading..
Tags:
Information
Domain:
Source:
Link to this page:
Please notify us if you found a problem with this document: