Directional Drilling

The practice of steering the trajectory of a well during drilling from vertical to a deviated angle, including horizontal drilling used for oil and gas production from poorly permeable rocks. Directional drilling may also be used to maneuver around obstructions or to drill beneath areas that are inaccessible on the surface.

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Word of the Week – Peak Load Generation

Word of the Week – Peak Load Generation

Peak Load Generation The amount of power required to maintain an electric grid for short-lived periods (e.g., morning, late afternoon and evening) in response to high demand. Thermal power...

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Word of the Week – Perforation

Word of the Week – Perforation

Perforation The process of punching holes through the steel casing liner in a well in order to inject fluid into or produce fluid out of the reservoir rock. Perforations are achieved...

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