At-the-Bit tool development and prototype testing

Offentlig prosjektsammendrag

The At-the-Bit® project aims to develop an on-demand and instant downhole solution to cure severe mud loss. The concept comprises the use of fast swelling polymers being pre-stored and activated by a downhole tool inserted as a part of the BHA. The tool can be regarded as a "Driller's Airbag". Prores has been studying the global challenge of infill drilling in depleted reservoirs leading to induced fractures during drilling and when drilling in naturally fractured and karstified carbonate reservoirs. These studies have led to idea of developing the At-the-Bit® Technology.