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Study on Different Kinds of Drill Bits and Their Usage in Hard-to-Drill Formations

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The choice of bits is a crucial factor for drilling performance in deep and hard-to-drill formations. This paper explores the characteristics, application scopes, and performance advantages of various shaped cutters that are used in PDC (Polycrystalline Diamond Compact) bits. It also examines the suitability and effectiveness of PDC bits, hybrid bits, and roller cone bits for different kinds of hard-to-drill lithologies. The paper offers a reference for bit selection in challenging drilling conditions.

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    Qianhua Liao, Guojie Cui, Tao Xie, Haiyu Li & Lei Zhang

  2. China University of Petroleum, Beijing, China

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Translated from Khimiya i Tekhnologiya Topliv i Masel, No. 4, pp. 103–107, July – August, 2023

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Liao, Q., Cui, G., Xie, T. et al. Study on Different Kinds of Drill Bits and Their Usage in Hard-to-Drill Formations. Chem Technol Fuels Oils 59, 783–790 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10553-023-01584-8

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