SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR IMPROVED CUTTINGS MEASUREMENTS

摘要

Systems and methods for improved cuttings measurements are described. Embodiments of the invention compare real-time, continuous measurements of cuttings coming over shakers to predictions of the amount of cuttings expected to be coming over the shakers. According to some embodiments, when the actual, real-time measurements differ from the predicted estimates, a warning alarm is sounded or displayed. Such alarms may indicate that corrective actions should be taken in order to optimize drilling conditions.

主权项

1. A method for improved cuttings measurements in drilling operations, the method comprising:
rotating a helical screw in a trough at a first speed; measuring a first weight of a cuttings mixture within the trough; measuring a first torque required to maintain rotation of the helical screw at the first speed through the cuttings mixture; calculating a difference between the first torque and a second torque required to maintain rotation of the helical screw at the first speed through a second weight of natural cuttings equal to the first weight.