terms:rotary_drilling
A drilling method in which a hole is drilled by a rotating bit to which a downward force is applied. The bit is fastened to and rotated by the drill stem, which also provides a passageway through which the drilling fluid is circulated. Additional joints of drill pipe are added as drilling progresses.
terms/rotary_drilling.txt · Last modified: 2023/11/22 08:42 by 127.0.0.1