Introduction to Directional and Horizontal Drilling

Introduction to Directional and Horizontal Drilling
Author: J. A. Short
Publisher: Pennwell Books
Total Pages: 256
Release: 1993
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN:

In this book, Short introduces the reader to directional and horizontal drilling. They are timely drilling techniques gaining increasing usage. This text is the fourth and latest book Short has written about the oil and gas industry. He shares with his readers the knowledge that he has acquired through years of experience.

Directional Drilling

Directional Drilling
Author: Tom Inglis
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 272
Release: 2013-11-11
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9401712700

Some 35 years ago I was somewhat precariously balanced in a drilling derrick aligning a whipstock into a directional hole in North Holland by the Stokenbury method, and no doubt thinking to myself that I was at the very forefront of technology. During the intervening period it has become obvious to many of us that some of the most significant technical advances in the oil business have been made in drilling, and particularly in the fields of offshore and directional drilling. It has also become apparent that the quality of the technical literature describing these advances has not kept pace with that of the advances themselves in many instances. A particular glaring example of this has been in the field of directional drilling where a large literature gap has existed for many years. I am delighted to see this gap now filled with the present volume by my friend Tom Inglis. Indeed it is only after reading his comprehensive book that I realise the extent of my own ignorance of the latest techniques of directional drilling and how desirable it was to have an authoritative text on the subject. I feel sure that this volume will be welcomed by the industry and warmly recommend it to all who are in any way involved and interested in the fascinating world of drilling.

Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)

Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD)
Author: David Willoughby
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 408
Release: 2005-06-24
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0071502130

This is a complete sourcebook of information on Horizontal Directional Drilling, the installation of pipelines and utilities beneath obstacles such as water and roadways. HDD is a fast-growing technology in the trenchless industry. Provides technical information on the design, permitting, construction, bid documents, specifications, and construction of HDD applications Numerous HDD calculations with examples

Pipeline Design for Installation by Horizontal Directional Drilling

Pipeline Design for Installation by Horizontal Directional Drilling
Author: American Society of Civil Engineers. HDD Design Guideline Task Committee
Publisher: Amer Society of Civil Engineers
Total Pages: 67
Release: 2005
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780784408049

This volume addresses the design of major pipeline or duct segments to be installed by horizontal directional drilling (HDD). This Manual of Practice, which covers topics specifically related to HDD installation, was prepared by a committee of senior engineers who are leaders in the development of HDD techniques and practices. HDD is a trenchless excavation method that is accomplished in three phases and uses a specialized horizontal drilling rig with ancillary tools and equipment. This Manual is meant to be a guide for design engineers with previous experience and knowledge of the HDD installation process and pipeline design methods. Topics covered include: predesign surveys; drilled path design; pipe design; construction impact; and as-built documentation.

Overview of Horizontal Directional Drilling for Utility Construction

Overview of Horizontal Directional Drilling for Utility Construction
Author: Alexander W. Barlas
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1999
Genre:
ISBN:

Horizontal directional drilling (HDD) is a versatile form of utility construction and has seen enormous growth in the last decade as it offers a clear alternative to conventional methods. Drilling is conducted in both the vertical and horizontal direction and can be steered within limits, dependent upon subsurface conditions. HDD can install utilities from 1" to 48" in diameter and up to 6000 feet in length. The major utilities (gas, electric, telecommunications and water/sewer) can be installed with this technology. The construction process (pilot hole, reaming and pullback) along with the major components (drill rig, drill pipe, slurry, slurry recycling, survey equipment, drill bits, reamers and pipeline materials) will be discussed. The advantages of cost reduction, and environmental, social and time benefits will be examined in the context of numerous case studies. The challenges of proper soils information, subsurface conditions, training and knowledge, drilling fluids and binding of the drill pipe and reamer/bit will be discussed. Through constant innovation, HDD should remain state of the art for some time, and should be a consideration for the construction of any new utility within the size parameters.

Horizontal Drilling Engineering - Theory, Methods and Applications

Horizontal Drilling Engineering - Theory, Methods and Applications
Author: M. S. Chauhan
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015-08
Genre: Horizontal oil well drilling
ISBN: 9781681173993

Drilling engineering is a challenging discipline in the oil patch. It goes beyond what is found in textbooks. The technological advances in the past two decades have been very significant. These advances have allowed the oil industry worldwide to economically and successfully exploit oil and gas fields that may have not been possible before. The fundamentals of fluid mechanics and solid mechanics, along with the basic scientific concepts of chemistry, form the basis of drilling engineering. The rewards and successes of drilling projects are predicated on the ability of the drilling engineer who fully understands all the engineering aspects and equipment required to drill a usable hole at the lowest dollar per foot, in vertical well drilling, or at the highest equivalent barrel of oil per foot in horizontal/multilateral well drilling. Horizontal Drilling Engineering book gives the fundamentals and field practices involved in horizontal drilling operations. Key Features Benefits: This textbook is an excellent resource for drilling engineers, directional drillers, drilling supervisors and managers, and petroleum engineering students.

Casing and Liners for Drilling and Completion

Casing and Liners for Drilling and Completion
Author: Ted G. Byrom
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 439
Release: 2014-06-04
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128006609

Once thought of as niche technology, operators today are utilizing more opportunities with casing and liners as formations and environments grow in difficulty, especially with the unconventional oil and gas boom. Casing and liners for Drilling and Completions, 2nd Edition provides the engineer and well designer with up-to-date information on critical properties, mechanics, design basics and newest applications for today’s type of well. Renovated and simplified to cover operational considerations, pressure loads, and selection steps, this handbook gives you the knowledge to execute the essential and fundamental features of casing and liners. Bonus features include: Additional glossary added to explain oil field terminology New appendix on useful every day formulas such as axial stress, shear stress in tubes and principal stress components Listing section of acronyms, notations, symbols and constants for quick reference Concise step-by-step basic casing design procedure with examples Thorough coverage and tips on important field practice for installation topics Advanced methods for critical and horizontal well casing design including hydraulic fracturing Exhaustive appendices on foundational topics: units & nomenclature, solid mechanics, hydrostatics, borehole environment & rock mechanics, and a summary of useful formulas

Horizontal Drilling Engineering - Theory, Methods and Applications

Horizontal Drilling Engineering - Theory, Methods and Applications
Author: G. Robello Samuel
Publisher:
Total Pages: 450
Release: 2014-01-31
Genre: Horizontal oil well drilling
ISBN: 9780615837703

Another drilling engineering book from leading well known drilling engineering professors/researchers and well-experienced drilling research consultants. Horizontal Drilling Engineering book gives the fundamentals and field practices involved in horizontal drilling operations. This textbook is an excellent resource for drilling engineers, directional drillers, drilling supervisors and managers, and petroleum engineering students. For other information and book purchase Contact:[email protected]