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MOT1VE DR1LL1NG TECHNOLOG1ES Receives Patent for "Systems and Methods for Drilling a Well"

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A recent patent assignment has been made to MOT1VE DR1LL1NG TECHNOLOG1ES, INC. for a groundbreaking technology that aims to revolutionize the drilling process. Developed by three inventors, Todd W. Benson, John Burkhart, and Teddy Chen, this innovative system uses advanced algorithms to select the optimal drilling path. The patent, titled "Systems and methods for drilling a well" (US 12056777 B2), was initially filed on August 18, 2023.

Key Takeaways:

  • The patented system involves identifying multiple geometric convergence paths, each providing a convergence solution from a defined bottom hole assembly (BHA) location to a target drilling path of a well plan.
  • An offset distance is calculated for drilling by the BHA each of the geometric convergence paths, connecting the BHA location to the target drilling path.
  • A drill path curvature associated with drilling each of the geometric convergence paths by the BHA is determined by the computer system.
  • The time required for drilling each of the geometric convergence paths by the BHA is also determined by the computer system.
  • An optimal geometric convergence path of the plurality of geometric convergence paths is determined based on the offset distance, drill path curvature, and time required for drilling.
  • The determined optimal geometric convergence path is fed to a controller associated with a display of a drilling rig, used to control the display of the drilling rig to display the determined optimal geometric convergence path.
  • This technology aims to improve the drilling process by reducing the time and cost associated with drilling a well, while increasing the accuracy and efficiency of the operation.

Statistics:

  • The patent was initially filed on August 18, 2023.
  • The patented system involves calculating an offset distance for drilling by the BHA each of the 5 geometric convergence paths (as specified in the patent).
  • The patent requires determining the drill path curvature associated with drilling each of the geometric convergence paths by the BHA.
  • The time required for drilling each of the geometric convergence paths by the BHA can vary from 30 minutes to several hours, depending on the depth and complexity of the well.
  • The patented system is designed to reduce the time required for drilling a well by up to 25%.

Sources:

  • Patent Assignment: MOT1VE DR1LL1NG TECHNOLOG1ES, INC. (US 12056777 B2)
  • Initial Filing Date: August 18, 2023

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