The 2017 SPE DSATS’ Drillbotics® competition received ten design reports from five countries. There were a number of innovative features that will make it difficult to judge this year’s event. Look for an announcement in late January with the list of finalists. 2017 Entries University of …
Oops! Wrong Pipe Size
Well, we made an error in the guidelines. See item 4.7.2.1 on page 10. The tubing is 0.035" wall instead of 0.016". We learned in 2015 that the thin wall was too thin. We will fix this typo in the next revision and update to FAQs as well, but for now, please note the correct …
How NOT to Do Drilling Automation
Want some ideas how to implement drilling automation from someone who has been there? Consider attending a presentation by SPE Distinguished Lecturer Bill Koederitz. When: 15 Dec 2016Where: Southwestern …
