Oil drill operators could achieve significant operational efficiencies and cost savings by being able to clean and disconnect certain drilling components in a more effective manner.
A breakthrough, achieved through the EU-funded I-DISC project, promises to save operators millions in operational costs. A new autonomous intelligent disconnect system uses electronic sensors and downhole processing to detect if drill parts have become stuck in the well, with systems that then allow the operator to command disconnection via a motorised clutch assembly.
Further details: Intelligent solutions to cost-effective well drilling