One of the critical elements in reaching the directional drilling objective, particularly in long reach horizontal, is to assure sufficient BHA performance reliability. While various factors such as material selection and component design are important; it is the proper management of downhole dynamics that represent the largest improvement opportunity for most of the BHAs run today.

The IADD is taking this opportunity to continue last month’s discussion on near-bit measurements, where many references were made to the detrimental effects of longitudinal and rotational accelerations that may be present and how they negatively affect drilling economics.

On July 26th, the discussion organized by the Houston chapter will revolve around the measurement of downhole vibration, life-limiting effects on BHA components, and proven ways of mitigation.

Several experts from service providers will be presenting some of the available data acquisition systems, examples of data collected, it’s interpretation, and vibration mitigation equipment to improve the life of BHA components and MWD systems.

Mike Baraniak from TOMAX will be hosting the event. Please join us at Landry’s for another exciting opportunity to contribute and learn.