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6 articles for “drilling engineering”
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Managed Pressure Drilling for Improved Well Control: A Cross-Case Comparative Study (2015–2025)
Abstract: Managed Pressure Drilling (MPD) has matured over the past decade from a specialist technique applied to challenging wells into a mainstream drilling capability spanning ultra-HPHT exploration, deepwater development, unconventional tight-gas multi-well campaigns, and naturally fractured sour-gas reservoirs. Despite this maturation, the operational question of which MPD variant should be applied to a given well has been addressed in the literature case-by-case rather than through structured comparative synthesis. This paper presents …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 16, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 07–12 Read article
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Artificial Neural Network Modelling to Optimize Micro-Drilling Parameters of ECDM of Developed Novel Zn/(Ag+Fe)-MMC
Abstract: Several engineering fields have increased their use of metal matrix composites (MMCs) in the past few years. Due to the increase in composites, the demand for accurate machining has also become important. Specifically, pertaining to biomaterial applications, accuracy factor with desired surface finish is critical. While the near-net shape manufacturing process has advanced, MMCs frequently require post-mould machining to achieve surface quality, and dimensional tolerances. In the present study, a …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 11, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 01–13 Read article
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The Strength of Dry, Fresh and Decomposed Raffia Palm Trunk in the Bioremediation of Oil-based Drill Cutting
Abstract: In this research, the impact of dry drill cuttings and compost tea on the environment's ability to degrade oil-based drill cutting contamination is investigated. The experiment was conducted in the research center located at the workshop of Agricultural and Environmental Engineering Department, Rivers State University, Port Harcourt. Oil-based drill cutting samples were placed in bulk in eleven reactors (T1, T2, T3-T11) with four replications. The original drill cuttings' physiochemical characteristics …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 26–33 Read article
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Parametric Study of Laser Drilling Process Using Multi Variable Regression Analysis
Abstract: The laser drilling process is an advanced manufacturing technique extensively employed for intricate and high-value components in aerospace, automotive, and electronics industries. Laser drilling technology offers opportunities to meet the contemporary demands of industries using a broad spectrum of engineering materials. However, this process encounters several engineering challenges such as thermal damage, dimensional inaccuracies, and the formation of a recast layer in the drilled components. This study focuses on examining …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1000–1015 Read article
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Fluidic Engineering: Investigating Cutting Fluids’ Effect on Machined Surface Roughness
Abstract: The primary goal of this experimental study project is to determine the optimal cutting fluid by experimenting with two distinct oil kinds and compositions. Thirty-six compositions of cutting oil are obtained by mixing three distinct oil compositions, such as mineral oil and paraffin oil, with six different additive and anti-foaming agent compositions. Then, using a trial-and-error methodology, we employed these 36 cutting oil compositions for drilling operations with constant pressure …
Published in International Journal of Mechanical Dynamics and Systems Analysis · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 27–42 Read article
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Sustainable Manufacturing: The Role of Additive Technologies in Waste Reduction
Abstract: Additive manufacturing (AM) is transforming modern manufacturing by significantly reducing material waste while enabling highly efficient production processes. Unlike conventional subtractive manufacturing methods—such as cutting, drilling, and milling—which remove excess material and generate large volumes of scrap, AM constructs objects layer by layer, depositing material only where required. This precise material placement minimizes waste generation and supports resource-efficient production, making AM a critical technology for sustainable industrial development. Beyond waste …
Published in Journal of Materials & Metallurgical Engineering · Vol. 16, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 62–70 Read article