Hole Deviation
Meteb Mahmoud
20212891
Introduction:
• Hole Deviation: During drilling
operations, the wellbore may
inadvertently stray from its
intended course.
• Importance: Reaching the target
reservoir, maximizing output, and
lowering expenses all depend on
the well traveling along the
intended course.
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Hole Deviation Causes
Geological Factors:
Hardness variations in rock formations
• Subsurface faults and fractures
Mechanical Aspects:
• Failure of the drill string or incorrect bit weight (WOB)
• high speed of rotation
The human element
• Insufficient preparation or inadequate oversight
• Directional drilling control errors
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Instruments for Assessing Deviation
• Real-time wellbore trajectory data is provided via Measuring While Drilling
(MWD).
• Gyro Tools: Used to measure deviations with high accuracy
• Inclinometers: Determine the wellbore's inclination angle
• Determine the drill bit's azimuth orientation using magnetic surveys.
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• Thank you
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