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18 articles for “Drilling mud”
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Investigation of Local Weighting Materials as a Substitute To Barite In Drilling Mud Formulation
Abstract: Weighting materials are important components needed to increase the density of drilling mud in order to provide enough hydrostatic pressure to balance abnormalpore pressures. In Nigeria, millions of dollars are spent annually in importing barite to serve this purpose. However, there exists large reserves of weighting materials such as barite, hematite, dolomite, calcite, ilmenite in Nigeria hence the need to investigate the suitability of these materials as substitute for imported …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 39–48 Read article
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SYNTHESIS OF LOCAL OIL-BASED MUD FOR NIGER DELTA WELLS USING ELAEIS GUINEENSIS
Abstract: Abstract Edible oil is produced from palm kernel (Elaeis Guineensis), a widespread tropical fruit that has a specific gravity of approximately 0.9°C, a flash point of 242°C, a flash point of 251°C, and a pour point of 22°C. This experiment was conducted by replacing liquid paraffin oil, a known component of conventional oil-based mud, with palm kernel oil (PKO) in the synthesis of a new oil-based mud from local materials. …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Utilization of Egg Yolk as A Non-Toxic Emulsifier in Environmentally Friendly Invert Emulsion Drilling Mud
Abstract: Vegetable oil such as Jatropha has been shown to be a comparable alternative to diesel and mineral oils for environmentally friendly oil based drilling mud. However compatibility of the vegetable oils with the usual chemical additives is still a major challenge that calls for compatible and non-toxic substitutes. This study examined the suitability of hen egg yolk as a non-toxic emulsifier in invert emulsion drilling mud using vegetable oil continuous …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 41–49 Read article
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Extent of Beneficiation of Tsopoli and Akuse Clay Deposits as Drilling Fluids Materials
Abstract: The need to source for a local material for the design of drilling fluid has necessitated the study of two smectite clay reserve deposits which are abundant in Ghana and have been the subject of study for many years for other engineering disciplines. A study of their degree and extent of beneficiation quantities has been carried out using standard rheological and filtration test as well as governing protocols while at …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 15–37 Read article
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Drilling Fluid Characterization (Filtration Test)
Abstract: This report explores the formulation and testing of a water-based drilling mud used in drilling operations, where fluid circulates through the drillstring and returns to the surface. The study mixes 315 ml of water with 35 ml of corn oil to create the drilling mud and investigates the role of barite in increasing mud density to maintain a hydrostatic pressure capable of managing formation pressure. The findings reveal that increasing …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 17–26 Read article
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A Ponder & Sedulousness Of Legion Shale Stabilizing Materials In Aqueous Based Drilling Fluid During The Process Of Borehole Strengthening
Abstract: Drilling fluid used while drilling the layers of shale will have the potential of reacting with water which tends to increase stickiness, induce swelling and promote sloughing of the borehole. This results in the reduction of drilling fluid circulation, increased mud loss, increase in torque and drag, reduction in lubricity. This will ultimately result in the increase of Non-Productive Time (NPT) during drilling which in turn increases Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) …
Published in International Journal of Pollution: Prevention & Control · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 35–40 Read article
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Kick Tolerance Modeling in Well Design and Drilling: A Comprehensive Technical Review
Abstract: Kick and blowout events in drilling operations can lead to significant losses of equipment, and in some cases, human lives. Oil and gas companies, along with oilfield service providers involved in drilling operations, face severe penalties and sanctions following such incidents. Research has demonstrated that incorporating kick tolerance models during the well planning and drilling stages can mitigate the risk of blowouts during secondary well control operations. This study reviews …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2025 · pp. 33–58 Read article
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Synthesis and Experimental Evaluation of Graft Polymer Nanocomposite in Water Based Drilling Fluid System for Reactive Unconventional Reservoirs
Abstract: AbstractThis experimental work discusses the evaluation of polyacrylamide-grafted-gum arabic/carboxymethyl cellulose nanocomposite as a drilling mud additive for the drilling of reactive shale formations which may lead to wellbore instability. The synthesized nanocomposite was synthesized with free polymerization technique and it was characterized by XRD, FTIR, and FESEM. Then, it was preceded in the development of the WBDMS. Its effect on the rheological and filtration control properties of the formulated mud …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 5, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 34–41 Read article
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Experimental Analysis of the Effect of Fine Milled Husk of Rice as a Novel Filtration Control Agent for Water Based Drilling Fluid System
Abstract: Drilling operation is a complex process that requires integration of various engineering systems. As the drilling continues, the formation encountered offers challenges to wellbore integrity as pressure increases with depth. The influx of formation fluid is contained by the overbalance provided by weighted drilling fluid column. Another critical function of the mud is to restrict the filtration fluid lost to the formation by forming a suitable mud-cake around the wellbore. …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 4–8 Read article
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Optimization of Mucuna solannie Mud Rheological Parameters
Abstract: The need to optimize rheological parameters by the use of appropriate techniques is the best consideration in drilling mud rheology studies. Various methods are used considering experience on the side of the user, available methods, and flow in pipe or annulus and depending on whether study is done in the field or for research purposes. Mucuna solannie is a legume, and the seed is a viscosifier used in foods in …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2017 · pp. 15–26 Read article
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Use of Coconut Fibre as a Suitable pH and Rheology Enhancer
Abstract: This paper studied the use of coconut fibre as a substitute for caustic soda in drilling fluids for the improvement of pH in a water-based mud. The coconut coir was dried in the sun for 7 hours and ground into very fine particles, after which it was placed in an electronic oven at a temperature of 105°C for 1 hour to remove any remaining moisture. Sieving using a 200 mm …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 01–10 Read article
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Integrated Rock Typing and Rock Mechanics Studies for Median Line Principle Optimization
Abstract: Once a field has been identified, and a general method of reservoir exploitation decided, there are several methods to achieve the reservoir management goal, but some ways may cost twice as much as others. The most critical operations to developing a field are drilling of wells, and it overemphasizes which in the early stages of field development. Petroleum wells have changed character in recent decades, as compared to earlier times. …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 1, 2020 · pp. 21–32 Read article
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Estimation of Drilling Waste Generation for Effective Waste Management
Abstract: Drilling operations remains the second generator of oil and gas waste after production activities. They are prominent among the primary sources of exploration and production waste. Wastes from drill cuttings and mud, and obnoxious gas emissions are the major contributors of these drilling wastes. These have direct and indirect impact on both humans and the environment. Poor estimation of waste may lead to solid and or liquid loadings at the …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 14–19 Read article
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Challenges and Prospects of the Use of Horizontal Directional Drilling Techniques for Laying Oil and Gas Pipelines in Nigeria
Abstract: Nigeria pipelines, especially the petroleum and petroleum product pipelines are always vandalized by the sabotage. Huge amount of money is expended to put the damaged pipeline in good shape; and petroleum and petroleum product transfer is sometimes hampered due to leakages and damages caused by the oil thieves. Also huge money is being budgeted yearly to secure the pipelines. To combat this problem, horizontal directional drilling (HDD) is being proposed. …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 9–20 Read article
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Biopolymer Substitution and Impact on Cuttings Transport of a Lightweight Water-Based Drilling Fluid
Abstract: The aim is to determine the impact of substitution of a local material for another, on rheological properties and hole cleaning capability. A local biopolymer Mucuna solannie was used as a substitute for another biopolymer, Detarium microcarpum, primarily as a viscosifier in a water-based drilling fluid. Tests were carried out using standard equipment and specifications. Variations in transport efficiency and required minimum fluid flow rate at same cuttings concentration (CC) …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2017 · pp. 54–64 Read article
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Mathematical Modeling of Managed Pressure Drilling
Abstract: Managed pressure drilling (MPD) is an adaptive pressure drilling technique, which is preferably used in matured oil fields. This brings in the various issues of matured fields which can be easily managed by the MPD. Paper presents the mind map which can be used for further development of this technique. Further, it also presents the parametric mathematical modeling of MPD which can be used for adaptive control and demonstration. Four …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 9–17 Read article
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Estimation of Dulling Rate and Bit Tooth Wear Using Drilling Parameters and Rock Abrasiveness
Abstract: Optimisation of the drilling operations is becoming increasingly important as it can significantly reduce the oil well development cost. One of the major objectives in oil well drilling is to increase the penetration rate by selecting the optimum drilling bit based on offset wells data, and adjust the drilling factors to keep the bit in good condition during the operation. At the same time it is important to predict the …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2019 · pp. 1–20 Read article
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Breathing prediction of fracture deviated wellbore through flooding mechanism
Abstract: Wellbore breathing is a common occurrence during drilling operations, but the down hole mechanism and how it manifests itself in surface and subsurface processes, is not well understood. It often result in a drilling fluid gain at surface and are misidentified as a kick, resulting in unneeded shut in periods and associated non-productive time (NPT). Further, misidentification of wellbore breathing as underbalance often results in increases in mud weight, which …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2019 · pp. 5–13 Read article