Abstract:Measurement while drilling (MWD) tools specified to 150°C (302°F) that provide wellbore surveys, real-time inclination, and natural gamma ray detection are a commodity item in the oilfield services industry. MWD tools specified to 175°C (347°F) that routinely demonstrate highly reliable operation are available from only a few service companies. Commercial MWD tools that reliably operate to 200°C (392°F) for extended periods of time and offer features like real-time gamma ray, retrievability, and reseatability … Show more
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