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Definition:
MPD is an adaptive drilling process used to precisely control the annular pressure profile throughout the wellbore. The objectives are to ascertain the downhole pressure environment limits and to manage the annular hydraulic pressure profile accordingly.
By: IADC Underbalanced Operations and Managed Pressure Committee. Ref. Frink, P. (2006). Managed pressure drillingwhats in a name? in Drilling Contractor, Mar-Apr. p. 36-39.
Managed-Pressure-Drilling (MPD)
Explanation:
MPD is an adaptive drilling process used to precisely control the annular pressure profile throughout the wellbore. The objectives are to ascertain the downhole pressure environment limits and to manage the annular hydraulic pressure profile accordingly.
By: Dr. Awal.
Managed-Pressure-Drilling (MPD)
Explanation:
MPD is an adaptive drilling process used to precisely control the annular pressure profile throughout the wellbore. The objectives are to ascertain the downhole pressure environment limits and to manage the annular hydraulic pressure profile accordingly.
By: Dr. Awal.
Managed-Pressure-Drilling (MPD)
Explanation:
MPD is an adaptive drilling process used to precisely control the annular pressure profile throughout the wellbore. The objectives are to ascertain the downhole pressure environment limits and to manage the annular hydraulic pressure profile accordingly.
By: Dr. Awal.
Managed-Pressure-Drilling (MPD)
Explanation:
MPD is an adaptive drilling process used to precisely control the annular pressure profile throughout the wellbore. The objectives are to ascertain the downhole pressure environment limits and to manage the annular hydraulic pressure profile accordingly.
By: Dr. Awal.
Apply (Pc+ Static Pr +/- Friction Pr) to stay >< Formation Pore & < Frac Pr profiles
How to Manage-Pressure-Drilling
The key is Pc > 0:
Apply (Pc+ Static Pr +/- Friction Pr) to stay >< Formation Pore & < Frac Pr profiles
Pc > 0 is possible only when the Drilling Fluid Circulation Loop is a CLOSED SYSTEM.
How to Manage-Pressure-Drilling
In Conventional (read: Overbalanced) drilling method, the only way to control/adjust the Annular Pressure is to:
Or
Decrease the mud weight.
The Pump is not used to control the ECD.
How to Manage-Pressure-Drilling
In Conventional (read: Overbalanced) drilling method, the only way to control/adjust the Annular Pressure is to:
How to Manage-Pressure-Drilling
Therefore, an MPD process consists of:
Closed, pressurizable Circulation system.
Controlled Pressures can be continuously delivered against the entire annulus section.
The system is Closed at ALL times. i.e., during drilling, and making/breaking pipe connections.
Ref. McCaskill, J. et al. (2006). Managing wellbore pressure while drilling, in Drilling Contractor, Mar-Apr. p. 40-42.
How to Manage-Pressure-Drilling
The MPD technology:
Close the Annulus (Drillstem-Casing) with a Rotating Control Device (RCD). Flow the returning mud through an adjustable Choke Manifold connected to the RCD. A Float Valve (check valve) in the drill stem. A pressurized Shale-shaker & Degasser (or 4-phase separator). A Flare stack.
Ref. McCaskill, J. et al. (2006). Managing wellbore pressure while drilling, in Drilling Contractor, Mar-Apr. p. 40-42.
Objectives of Manage-Pressure-Drilling
TWO basic objectives of MPD:
Prevent INFLUX if you do not want it. Allow INFLUX if you want it.
This flexibility of doing both OBD and UBD is the key feature of MPD.
Ref. McCaskill, J. et al. (2006). Managing wellbore pressure while drilling, in Drilling Contractor, Mar-Apr. p. 40-42.
Benefits of Manage-Pressure-Drilling
TWO basic objectives of MPD:
Better Well Control
(Stability: Less Diff.Sticking, Kick, etc.)
1. Saves Rig-days $$
2. No Formation Damage Higher Productivity $$