Abstract Drilling process automation has been a trending topic within the technical community, most recently discussed in SPE-212565-MS (Cayeux et al. 2023). Recovery control –…
Abstract With the high rates of penetration achieved by today’s drilling contractors, directional drillers have little time to make optimal steering decisions in a continually…
Abstract Model-based engineering has become more prevalent in the drilling industry over the last few decades. While there is great value in using models, a…
FlexFusion is automation elevated, offering a comprehensive solution that addresses key challenges while delivering unmatched efficiency and consistency at scale. By fusing a suite of…
The March 1st SPE Tech Talk featured Aaron Hausher, senior project manager with H&P. As the industry faces significant experience and skillset shortages in staffing,…
Challenge An operator drilling out of the Meramec formation in Oklahoma historically struggled with suboptimal rates of penetration (ROP) due to stick slip and whirl.…
H&P Uses Automated Technology to Increase ROP, Lower Cycle Time, and Speed Up Drilling by 22% Challenge An operator in the Eaglebine formation needed to…
H&P Saves Operator 11 Days and Lowers BHA Count by 9% Challenge An operator in the Delaware basin was proactively looking for ways to maximize…