Drilling Theory Research and Its Engineering Applications
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (20 January 2025) | Viewed by 4608
Special Issue Editors
Interests: dynamics of drilling engineering
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Dear Colleagues,
Drilling, a fundamental technique in the realms of engineering and geology, serves as a crucial tool for exploring the mysteries of the Earth’s subsurface. As our understanding of the Earth’s composition and structure continues to evolve, so does the need for sophisticated drilling methods that can unearth valuable insights and contribute to a mirage of applications. Drilling is a process whereby a hole is bored using a drill bit to create a well for oil and natural gas production. The term drilling also indicates the whole complexity of operations necessary to construct a well of circular sectors applying excavation techniques. Drilling methods and techniques are employed to extract valuable resources, access geological formation, and advance scientific understanding. The versatility of drilling methods lies in their ability to adapt to different terrains and purposes, making them an indispensable tool in various industries.
This Special Issue aims to discuss the latest progress in drilling theory and its engineering applications, basic frontier theories, and the latest technologies. The scope of manuscripts includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- All aspects of the drilling process and its engineering design;
- The design, execution, and post analysis of all drilling programs;
- The identification of potential drilling problems and possible solutions;
- Modelling of drilling problems;
- Innovative drilling techniques.
Dr. Qilong Xue
Prof. Dr. Wenjun Huang
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- dynamics of drilling engineering
- drilling theory
- engineering applications
- latest technologies
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