AP23487822 "Research and development of devices for optimizing the measurement of drilling fluid parameters"

Relevance

The research results will have a multiplicative effect. Solves the scientific, technical and environmental problems of processing gold-containing products, ensuring the integrated and efficient use of gold-containing mineral raw materials, through the additional recovery of fine gold.

Purpose

The aim is to create a comprehensive device for automatic continuous monitoring of four parameters of drilling mud: its density, conditional viscosity, plastic viscosity and dynamic shear stress. These are the most important parameters of drilling mud quality, which play a crucial role in preventing accidents and complications in the borehole, as well as in choosing the necessary technological equipment

Expected and achieved results

The study resulted in the development of a theoretical foundation for automating the measurement of drilling fluid parameters. Specifically, a complex device was created for continuous automatic monitoring of four key parameters of drilling fluid: its density, apparent viscosity, plastic viscosity, and dynamic shear stress. These parameters are crucial indicators of the quality of the drilling fluid and play a decisive role in preventing accidents and complications during drilling operations, as well as in the selection of the necessary technological equipment. As part of the research, a program for virtual experiments and laboratory tests was developed, which will allow for a detailed verification of the proposed methods in the future. Additionally, several mathematical models and algorithms for predicting the changes in drilling fluid parameters under various drilling conditions were developed. The results were documented in technical papers, articles, and patent applications, laying the foundation for future experimental and theoretical research. The novelty of the project lies in the automation of the measurements, which will significantly improve the accuracy and reliability of monitoring the parameters of the drilling fluid. This will help reduce the risks of accidents and technological failures, as well as enhance the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the drilling processes.

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