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A Key Component of Drilling
Optimization
A Halliburton Company
Drilling DynamicsDrilling Dynamics
VIBRATIONVIBRATIONVIBRATION
VIBRATIONVIBRATIONVIBRATION
VIBRATION
“Vibration is the resultant motion or oscillation
of a machine in response to a force”
Dynamics is one part of
Drilling Efficiency
In the Drilling
Environment
dynamics means
OverviewOverview
• Description
– Dynamics and its effects
• Sources and Factors That Effect Vibration
• Solutions
– Steps that can be taken to reduce it
Costs of Downhole VibrationCosts of Downhole Vibration
• Inefficient Drilling and reduced ROP
• Bit Damage
• Damage to Rig Equipment
• Damage to Downhole Electronics
• Accelerated Fatigue
• Increased Abrasion of Drill String Components
• Poor Well Bore Condition
• Interference with Downhole Telemetry
Modes of VibrationModes of Vibration
Axial
Lateral
Torsional
Axial
•Bit Bounce
Lateral
•Bit Whirl
•BHA Whirl
•Bending
•Bit Chatter
Torsional
•Slip Stick
•Bit Whirl
•BHA Whirl
Coupling
Modes Of VibrationModes Of Vibration
MECHANISMS MODE OF VIBRATION FREQUENCY
BIT BOUNCE AXIAL 1 - 10 Hz
BIT CHATTER LATERAL 50 - 350+ Hz
BIT WHIRL LATERAL / TORSIONAL 5 - 100 Hz
BHA WHIRL LATERAL / TORSIONAL 5 - 20 Hz
SLIP STICK TORSIONAL 0 - 5 Hz
MODAL COUPLING AXIAL,LATERAL,TORSIONAL 0 - 20 Hz
Bit BounceBit Bounce
• Causes
– Bit/Formation Interaction
– Multilobe Pattern of RC Bits
– WOB Variation
• Consequences
– Impact Loading of Cutters, Seals and Bearings
– Drill String Can Flex Causing Lateral Shocks
• Detection
– Axial movement of String at Surface at Shallow Depths
– Shaking of Hoisting Equipment at Shallow Depths
– Use Downhole Shock Sensor mounted for Z-Axis (DDS)
– Broken Teeth / Inserts and Ball Race Indention's on RC Bits
– Broken Nose Cutters on PDC Bits
• Corrective Actions
– Decrease WOB and/or Decrease RPM
– If Persists Stop, Pick up and Restart with Low RPM and WOB
until Bit is bedded in.
• Other Solutions (Post Run)
– Less Aggressive Bit
– Use Shock Sub if run with correct RPM, WOB and ROP
Bit BounceBit Bounce
Backward WhirlBackward Whirl
n Bit or BHA Whirl
– Eccentric rotation
about a point other than
geometric center
– Caused by Bit or BHA
/ Wellbore gearing
– Results in backward
rotation of
circumferential points
(e.g. blade tip)
Backward WhirlBackward Whirl
Potential ConsequencesPotential Consequences
• Bit damage
• MWD / BHA Tool component failures
• Localized Tooljoint / Stabilizer Wear
(Flat Spots)
• Connection fatigue cracks leading to washout
and / or twist off
• Excessive torque
• Enlarged / spiral wellbore profile
Bit DamageBit Damage
Resulting From WhirlResulting From Whirl
• Impact damage
on rear of blades
due to backward
rotation, resulting
in broken blades
Forward WhirlForward Whirl
• Eccentric rotation about
a point other than
geometric center
– May occur with bent
housing motors
– Results in bit ‘rolling
around’ wellbore
synchronously with
direction of rotation
– Not generally damaging
Bit WhirlBit Whirl
Bottom hole patterns obtained from roller cone bits with 3
(left) and 2 (right) cones. (Ref SPE paper 28323)
Lateral VibrationLateral Vibration
• Sideways movement of BHA
• Random (chaotic) forward & backward
whirl
• Caused by imbalance BHA components
• DDS indications:
– Medium to high Px & Py
– Low to medium Ax & Ay
• Consequences similar to whirl
Bit ChatterBit Chatter
• High frequency resonance of Bit and BHA caused
by impacts of individual cutter blades or
individual cutters
• Occurs with PDC bits in high compressive
strength rocks
• Consequences
– Bit cutter damage
– Failure of electronic components and solder joints
Bit ChatterBit Chatter
• Detection
– DDS high peak x and y accelerations
– DDS high average x and y accelerations
– Burst data shows high frequency peak in x and y axes
• Corrective action
– Adjust RPM and WOB down away from resonant
condition
• Other Solutions (Post Run)
– Consider a bit more suitable to drill the high
compressive strength rock or stringers
SlipSlip--StickStick
• Torsional Vibration of the Drill String
• Initiated by mechanical or frictional resistance to
Rotation
– Non-Uniform Rotation of the Drill String
– Repeated Stalling of the Bit, Twisting and Build up of
Energy in the Drill Pipe then Freeing of the Bit Causing
Energy Transfer from the Drill String to the BHA.
– Rotary Drive Reacts to RPM Changes by Increasing or
Decreasing the Torque Causing a Self Perpetuating
Cycling
• Consequences
– Torque Cycling Over or Under Torques Connections
– Fatigue Rates are Increased Through High Amplitude
Shear Stress Cycling
– Extreme Levels Cause the String to Rotate Backwards
at the End of the “Slip” Phase Damaging PDC cutting
Structures
– Extreme Levels Can Back off Connections
– Lateral Shocks are Associated with the Free Spinning in
the Slip Phase Stressing Collar Connections and
Damaging Downhole Electronics
SlipSlip--StickStick
• Detection
– Surface Torque and RPM Oscillations : “Slip-Stick”
monitoring Systems or DrilSaver
– Downhole Sensors : DDS, 4D
– Surface Instrumented Subs : Adams
• Corrective Actions
– Increase RPM, Decrease WOB
– If Vibration Persists Pick up and Restart Drilling with
Higher RPM.
SlipSlip--StickStick
• Other Solutions
– Less Aggressive PDC bit, Select Rock Bit
– Good Drilling Practices to Create Smooth Well Profile
SlipSlip--StickStick
SlipSlip--StickStick
Torsional Vibration ExampleTorsional Vibration Example
‘FLAT-TOP’ TRQ TRACE
DUE TO LIMIT BEING
Coupling of Vibration MechanismsCoupling of Vibration Mechanisms
Coupling means that one vibration
mechanism can induce another
SLIP-STICK
HIGH RPM
During slip phase
BIT WHIRL
AXIAL BIT WHIRL
∆ WOB
&
Bending
• Hole Angle
– Lateral Vibrations are More Likely in Vertical
Wells
– In Directional and High Angle Holes Gravity
Damps Lateral Displacement
– Deviated and High angle Holes are More Likely
to Induce Torsional Vibration
– High Angle, Tortuous Holes and Large Dogleg
Severities Increase Frictional Torque
Factors Effecting Downhole VibrationFactors Effecting Downhole Vibration
• BHA Design
– Use of a Downhole Motor Reduces Energy
Interactions Between BHA and Wellbore
– Packed Assemblies are less Susceptible to
Vibration than Slick Assemblies
– Under Gauge Stabilisers are more likely to
generate Whirl
– Surround MWD with Full Gauge Stabilisers to
protect the Tool
Factors Effecting Downhole VibrationFactors Effecting Downhole Vibration
• Drill Bits
– PDC bits tend to Whirl at High RPM in Hard
formations
– Dull or Under Gauge PDC bits can generate
“Slip-Stick” Torsional Vibrations
– Too High WOB and Too Low RPM creates
Torsional Vibration and “Slip-Stick”
– Roller Cone bits can bounce, Axial Vibration,
in Hard Formations or if too low WOB is
applied
Factors Effecting Downhole VibrationFactors Effecting Downhole Vibration
Factors Effecting Downhole VibrationFactors Effecting Downhole Vibration
• Lithology
– Vibration Increases with Formation Strength
– Vibrations are Particularly Associated with Zones of High and
Low Compressive Strength
• Hole Size
– Over Gauge Hole leads to Lateral Shocks, BHA Whirl
and Bit Whirl
– Under Gauge Hole Creates Torsional Vibration
• Drilling Mud
– Mud Condition and type can Influence Vibration levels
Vibration MechanismsVibration Mechanisms
• Each Mechanism Describes the Behaviour
of the Drill String During Vibration
– Bit Bounce
– Slip-Stick
– Bit Whirl
– BHA Whirl
– Modal Coupling
– Bit Chatter
– Lateral Shock Motion
Methods of Reducing Vibration Damage
• Bit Design
– F.A.S.T., SE3000,
• Planning - BHA design
– WHIRL
• Real-time vibration monitoring
– DDS, DrilSaver, Instrumented Bit, VSS,
AcoustiCaliper, WOB/TOB
• Improved Tool Reliability
• Reduced Vibration Drilling systems
– SlickBore, Geo-Pilot
Force BalancingForce Balancing
Penetration and Drag Cutter Forces
Fvertical = WOB
Mcenterline = TORQUE
Fradial = 0
MMM
Engagement
PDC Cutter
F
P
WOB
TORQUE
•• Symmetric blades create a lobedSymmetric blades create a lobed
bottom hole pattern in a regularbottom hole pattern in a regular
periodic manner which can lead toperiodic manner which can lead to
selfself--regenerative whirlregenerative whirl
•• Asymmetric blade layout upsets theAsymmetric blade layout upsets the
periodic pattern thus disrupting theperiodic pattern thus disrupting the
harmonic effects of a lobed bottomharmonic effects of a lobed bottom
hole patternhole pattern
Asymmetric Blade LayoutAsymmetric Blade Layout
0 0°
248°
105°
Asymmetric
Symmetric
0°
120°
240°
Symmetric
Predicted Lobe GenerationPredicted Lobe Generation
for Symmetric & Asymmetricfor Symmetric & Asymmetric
• Symmetric
Asymmetric
120°
0°
240°
0°
105°
248°
Low Torque Gauge PadsLow Torque Gauge Pads
• Removal of sharp edges
and aggressive wear
surface reduces ability of
gauge pad to bite into
borehole wall.
• Creates less drag
between the bit and the
borehole wall reducing
any tendency to pivot
about a gauge pad.
Spiraled BladesSpiraled Blades
As with asymmetry, spiraled cutter
layouts and gauge pads help break up
any regenerative lobed cutting patterns
by:
• Lessening probability of a new center of
rotation occurring along a cutter blade or
gauge pad.
• Effectively increases resistance of the gauge
pad from biting into the borehole wall.
• When spiraled, the release of a blade happens
in closer proximity with the contact of the
next, passing the load to the next blade more
smoothly.
TracTrac--Set Cutting StructureSet Cutting Structure
Unlike the standard layout, the ridged pattern created by a
Trac-Set cutting structure resists the bits tendency to move
laterally by stabilizing on formation ridges.
Standard Layout Trac-Set
Restoration ForcesRestoration Forces
Standard Set
13mm PDC. 50 FPH. 120 RPM
No Offset
Total Vertical Fv = 408 lbf
= = Net Radial Force Fr = 0.0 lbf = =
Outside Radial
Fr1 = 38.4 lbf
Fr1/Fv = 0.094
Inside Radial
Fr2 = 38.4 lbf
Fr2/Fv = 0.094
13 mm PDC. 50 FPH. 120 RPM
< - Offset 0.025”
Total Vertical Fv = 408 lbf
< = = Net Radial Force Fr = 8.48 lbf < = =
Outside Radial
Fr1 = 35.7 lbf
Fr1/Fv = 0.088
Inside Radial
Fr2 = 44.1 lbf
Fr2/Fv = 0.108
Restoration ForcesRestoration Forces
Trac Set
13mm PDC. 50 FPH. 120 RPM
No Offset
Total Vertical Fv = 451 lbf
= = Net Radial Force Fr = 0.0 lbf = =
13 mm PDC. 50 FPH. 120 RPM
< - Offset 0.025”
Total Vertical Fv = 454 lbf
= = > Net Radial Force Fr = 35.8 lbf = = >
Outside Radial
Fr1 = 81.0 lbf
Fr1/Fv = 0.180
Inside Radial
Fr2 = 81.0 lbf
Fr2/Fv = 0.180
Outside Radial
Fr1 = 96.4 lbf
Fr1/Fv = 0.212
Inside Radial
Fr2 = 60.6 lbf
Fr2/Fv = 0.180
Impact ArrestorsImpact Arrestors
Impact Arrestors act to dampen chaotic
vibrations that typically exist downhole by
providing stabilization to both the axial and
lateral modes of vibration.
Impact
Arrestor PDC
Impact ArrestorsImpact Arrestors
Standard W / Impact Arrestors
ROP
Time >
Axial Vibration Reduction
ROP
DDS ToolDDS Tool
The DDS Sensor
consists of tri-axial
accelerometers
mounted on the
DGR gamma
sensor electronics
insert
Records
accelerations in
g as Average,
Peak, and Burst
Vibrations
DrilSaverDrilSaver
• DrilSaver is an advanced “Slip-Stick” monitoring
system
– Uses Fourier analysis to breakdown the torque signal,
providing a frequency domain spectrum of the of the
torque oscillation
– Sinusoidal oscillation in the torque signal is
characteristic of torsional vibration present in the
drillstring
– DrilSaver provides a method of quantifying torsional
vibration (KT magnitude)
Whirl ProgramWhirl Program
• Based on the DYNAMICS program developed by Boeing
• Further developed by Dykstra at Tulsa University and Amoco
• Incorporated into Sperry-Sun’s well planning software (PLANIT)
• Uses Jacobi and finite element analysis to predict critical rotary
speeds for excitation of fundamental lateral vibrations (resonance) of
BHA in drilling fluid in a straight hole (vertical or inclined)
SlickboreSlickbore BitBit
SlickboreSlickbore Bit onBit on GeopilotGeopilot
SlickboreSlickbore BitBit
• End of story

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6 dynamics

  • 1. Drilling DynamicsDrilling DynamicsDrilling DynamicsDrilling DynamicsDrilling DynamicsDrilling DynamicsDrilling DynamicsDrilling DynamicsDrilling DynamicsDrilling Dynamics A Key Component of Drilling Optimization A Halliburton Company
  • 2. Drilling DynamicsDrilling Dynamics VIBRATIONVIBRATIONVIBRATION VIBRATIONVIBRATIONVIBRATION VIBRATION “Vibration is the resultant motion or oscillation of a machine in response to a force” Dynamics is one part of Drilling Efficiency In the Drilling Environment dynamics means
  • 3. OverviewOverview • Description – Dynamics and its effects • Sources and Factors That Effect Vibration • Solutions – Steps that can be taken to reduce it
  • 4. Costs of Downhole VibrationCosts of Downhole Vibration • Inefficient Drilling and reduced ROP • Bit Damage • Damage to Rig Equipment • Damage to Downhole Electronics • Accelerated Fatigue • Increased Abrasion of Drill String Components • Poor Well Bore Condition • Interference with Downhole Telemetry
  • 5. Modes of VibrationModes of Vibration Axial Lateral Torsional Axial •Bit Bounce Lateral •Bit Whirl •BHA Whirl •Bending •Bit Chatter Torsional •Slip Stick •Bit Whirl •BHA Whirl Coupling
  • 6. Modes Of VibrationModes Of Vibration MECHANISMS MODE OF VIBRATION FREQUENCY BIT BOUNCE AXIAL 1 - 10 Hz BIT CHATTER LATERAL 50 - 350+ Hz BIT WHIRL LATERAL / TORSIONAL 5 - 100 Hz BHA WHIRL LATERAL / TORSIONAL 5 - 20 Hz SLIP STICK TORSIONAL 0 - 5 Hz MODAL COUPLING AXIAL,LATERAL,TORSIONAL 0 - 20 Hz
  • 7. Bit BounceBit Bounce • Causes – Bit/Formation Interaction – Multilobe Pattern of RC Bits – WOB Variation • Consequences – Impact Loading of Cutters, Seals and Bearings – Drill String Can Flex Causing Lateral Shocks • Detection – Axial movement of String at Surface at Shallow Depths – Shaking of Hoisting Equipment at Shallow Depths – Use Downhole Shock Sensor mounted for Z-Axis (DDS) – Broken Teeth / Inserts and Ball Race Indention's on RC Bits – Broken Nose Cutters on PDC Bits
  • 8. • Corrective Actions – Decrease WOB and/or Decrease RPM – If Persists Stop, Pick up and Restart with Low RPM and WOB until Bit is bedded in. • Other Solutions (Post Run) – Less Aggressive Bit – Use Shock Sub if run with correct RPM, WOB and ROP Bit BounceBit Bounce
  • 9. Backward WhirlBackward Whirl n Bit or BHA Whirl – Eccentric rotation about a point other than geometric center – Caused by Bit or BHA / Wellbore gearing – Results in backward rotation of circumferential points (e.g. blade tip)
  • 10. Backward WhirlBackward Whirl Potential ConsequencesPotential Consequences • Bit damage • MWD / BHA Tool component failures • Localized Tooljoint / Stabilizer Wear (Flat Spots) • Connection fatigue cracks leading to washout and / or twist off • Excessive torque • Enlarged / spiral wellbore profile
  • 11. Bit DamageBit Damage Resulting From WhirlResulting From Whirl • Impact damage on rear of blades due to backward rotation, resulting in broken blades
  • 12. Forward WhirlForward Whirl • Eccentric rotation about a point other than geometric center – May occur with bent housing motors – Results in bit ‘rolling around’ wellbore synchronously with direction of rotation – Not generally damaging
  • 13. Bit WhirlBit Whirl Bottom hole patterns obtained from roller cone bits with 3 (left) and 2 (right) cones. (Ref SPE paper 28323)
  • 14. Lateral VibrationLateral Vibration • Sideways movement of BHA • Random (chaotic) forward & backward whirl • Caused by imbalance BHA components • DDS indications: – Medium to high Px & Py – Low to medium Ax & Ay • Consequences similar to whirl
  • 15. Bit ChatterBit Chatter • High frequency resonance of Bit and BHA caused by impacts of individual cutter blades or individual cutters • Occurs with PDC bits in high compressive strength rocks • Consequences – Bit cutter damage – Failure of electronic components and solder joints
  • 16. Bit ChatterBit Chatter • Detection – DDS high peak x and y accelerations – DDS high average x and y accelerations – Burst data shows high frequency peak in x and y axes • Corrective action – Adjust RPM and WOB down away from resonant condition • Other Solutions (Post Run) – Consider a bit more suitable to drill the high compressive strength rock or stringers
  • 17. SlipSlip--StickStick • Torsional Vibration of the Drill String • Initiated by mechanical or frictional resistance to Rotation – Non-Uniform Rotation of the Drill String – Repeated Stalling of the Bit, Twisting and Build up of Energy in the Drill Pipe then Freeing of the Bit Causing Energy Transfer from the Drill String to the BHA. – Rotary Drive Reacts to RPM Changes by Increasing or Decreasing the Torque Causing a Self Perpetuating Cycling
  • 18. • Consequences – Torque Cycling Over or Under Torques Connections – Fatigue Rates are Increased Through High Amplitude Shear Stress Cycling – Extreme Levels Cause the String to Rotate Backwards at the End of the “Slip” Phase Damaging PDC cutting Structures – Extreme Levels Can Back off Connections – Lateral Shocks are Associated with the Free Spinning in the Slip Phase Stressing Collar Connections and Damaging Downhole Electronics SlipSlip--StickStick
  • 19. • Detection – Surface Torque and RPM Oscillations : “Slip-Stick” monitoring Systems or DrilSaver – Downhole Sensors : DDS, 4D – Surface Instrumented Subs : Adams • Corrective Actions – Increase RPM, Decrease WOB – If Vibration Persists Pick up and Restart Drilling with Higher RPM. SlipSlip--StickStick
  • 20. • Other Solutions – Less Aggressive PDC bit, Select Rock Bit – Good Drilling Practices to Create Smooth Well Profile SlipSlip--StickStick
  • 22. Torsional Vibration ExampleTorsional Vibration Example ‘FLAT-TOP’ TRQ TRACE DUE TO LIMIT BEING
  • 23. Coupling of Vibration MechanismsCoupling of Vibration Mechanisms Coupling means that one vibration mechanism can induce another SLIP-STICK HIGH RPM During slip phase BIT WHIRL AXIAL BIT WHIRL ∆ WOB & Bending
  • 24. • Hole Angle – Lateral Vibrations are More Likely in Vertical Wells – In Directional and High Angle Holes Gravity Damps Lateral Displacement – Deviated and High angle Holes are More Likely to Induce Torsional Vibration – High Angle, Tortuous Holes and Large Dogleg Severities Increase Frictional Torque Factors Effecting Downhole VibrationFactors Effecting Downhole Vibration
  • 25. • BHA Design – Use of a Downhole Motor Reduces Energy Interactions Between BHA and Wellbore – Packed Assemblies are less Susceptible to Vibration than Slick Assemblies – Under Gauge Stabilisers are more likely to generate Whirl – Surround MWD with Full Gauge Stabilisers to protect the Tool Factors Effecting Downhole VibrationFactors Effecting Downhole Vibration
  • 26. • Drill Bits – PDC bits tend to Whirl at High RPM in Hard formations – Dull or Under Gauge PDC bits can generate “Slip-Stick” Torsional Vibrations – Too High WOB and Too Low RPM creates Torsional Vibration and “Slip-Stick” – Roller Cone bits can bounce, Axial Vibration, in Hard Formations or if too low WOB is applied Factors Effecting Downhole VibrationFactors Effecting Downhole Vibration
  • 27. Factors Effecting Downhole VibrationFactors Effecting Downhole Vibration • Lithology – Vibration Increases with Formation Strength – Vibrations are Particularly Associated with Zones of High and Low Compressive Strength • Hole Size – Over Gauge Hole leads to Lateral Shocks, BHA Whirl and Bit Whirl – Under Gauge Hole Creates Torsional Vibration • Drilling Mud – Mud Condition and type can Influence Vibration levels
  • 28. Vibration MechanismsVibration Mechanisms • Each Mechanism Describes the Behaviour of the Drill String During Vibration – Bit Bounce – Slip-Stick – Bit Whirl – BHA Whirl – Modal Coupling – Bit Chatter – Lateral Shock Motion
  • 29. Methods of Reducing Vibration Damage • Bit Design – F.A.S.T., SE3000, • Planning - BHA design – WHIRL • Real-time vibration monitoring – DDS, DrilSaver, Instrumented Bit, VSS, AcoustiCaliper, WOB/TOB • Improved Tool Reliability • Reduced Vibration Drilling systems – SlickBore, Geo-Pilot
  • 30. Force BalancingForce Balancing Penetration and Drag Cutter Forces Fvertical = WOB Mcenterline = TORQUE Fradial = 0 MMM Engagement PDC Cutter F P WOB TORQUE
  • 31. •• Symmetric blades create a lobedSymmetric blades create a lobed bottom hole pattern in a regularbottom hole pattern in a regular periodic manner which can lead toperiodic manner which can lead to selfself--regenerative whirlregenerative whirl •• Asymmetric blade layout upsets theAsymmetric blade layout upsets the periodic pattern thus disrupting theperiodic pattern thus disrupting the harmonic effects of a lobed bottomharmonic effects of a lobed bottom hole patternhole pattern Asymmetric Blade LayoutAsymmetric Blade Layout 0 0° 248° 105° Asymmetric Symmetric 0° 120° 240° Symmetric
  • 32. Predicted Lobe GenerationPredicted Lobe Generation for Symmetric & Asymmetricfor Symmetric & Asymmetric • Symmetric Asymmetric 120° 0° 240° 0° 105° 248°
  • 33. Low Torque Gauge PadsLow Torque Gauge Pads • Removal of sharp edges and aggressive wear surface reduces ability of gauge pad to bite into borehole wall. • Creates less drag between the bit and the borehole wall reducing any tendency to pivot about a gauge pad.
  • 34. Spiraled BladesSpiraled Blades As with asymmetry, spiraled cutter layouts and gauge pads help break up any regenerative lobed cutting patterns by: • Lessening probability of a new center of rotation occurring along a cutter blade or gauge pad. • Effectively increases resistance of the gauge pad from biting into the borehole wall. • When spiraled, the release of a blade happens in closer proximity with the contact of the next, passing the load to the next blade more smoothly.
  • 35. TracTrac--Set Cutting StructureSet Cutting Structure Unlike the standard layout, the ridged pattern created by a Trac-Set cutting structure resists the bits tendency to move laterally by stabilizing on formation ridges. Standard Layout Trac-Set
  • 36. Restoration ForcesRestoration Forces Standard Set 13mm PDC. 50 FPH. 120 RPM No Offset Total Vertical Fv = 408 lbf = = Net Radial Force Fr = 0.0 lbf = = Outside Radial Fr1 = 38.4 lbf Fr1/Fv = 0.094 Inside Radial Fr2 = 38.4 lbf Fr2/Fv = 0.094 13 mm PDC. 50 FPH. 120 RPM < - Offset 0.025” Total Vertical Fv = 408 lbf < = = Net Radial Force Fr = 8.48 lbf < = = Outside Radial Fr1 = 35.7 lbf Fr1/Fv = 0.088 Inside Radial Fr2 = 44.1 lbf Fr2/Fv = 0.108
  • 37. Restoration ForcesRestoration Forces Trac Set 13mm PDC. 50 FPH. 120 RPM No Offset Total Vertical Fv = 451 lbf = = Net Radial Force Fr = 0.0 lbf = = 13 mm PDC. 50 FPH. 120 RPM < - Offset 0.025” Total Vertical Fv = 454 lbf = = > Net Radial Force Fr = 35.8 lbf = = > Outside Radial Fr1 = 81.0 lbf Fr1/Fv = 0.180 Inside Radial Fr2 = 81.0 lbf Fr2/Fv = 0.180 Outside Radial Fr1 = 96.4 lbf Fr1/Fv = 0.212 Inside Radial Fr2 = 60.6 lbf Fr2/Fv = 0.180
  • 38. Impact ArrestorsImpact Arrestors Impact Arrestors act to dampen chaotic vibrations that typically exist downhole by providing stabilization to both the axial and lateral modes of vibration. Impact Arrestor PDC
  • 39. Impact ArrestorsImpact Arrestors Standard W / Impact Arrestors ROP Time > Axial Vibration Reduction ROP
  • 40. DDS ToolDDS Tool The DDS Sensor consists of tri-axial accelerometers mounted on the DGR gamma sensor electronics insert Records accelerations in g as Average, Peak, and Burst Vibrations
  • 41. DrilSaverDrilSaver • DrilSaver is an advanced “Slip-Stick” monitoring system – Uses Fourier analysis to breakdown the torque signal, providing a frequency domain spectrum of the of the torque oscillation – Sinusoidal oscillation in the torque signal is characteristic of torsional vibration present in the drillstring – DrilSaver provides a method of quantifying torsional vibration (KT magnitude)
  • 42. Whirl ProgramWhirl Program • Based on the DYNAMICS program developed by Boeing • Further developed by Dykstra at Tulsa University and Amoco • Incorporated into Sperry-Sun’s well planning software (PLANIT) • Uses Jacobi and finite element analysis to predict critical rotary speeds for excitation of fundamental lateral vibrations (resonance) of BHA in drilling fluid in a straight hole (vertical or inclined)
  • 44. SlickboreSlickbore Bit onBit on GeopilotGeopilot
  • 46. • End of story