2 papers
physics.geo-ph2021
Lost-circulation diagnostics using derivative-based type-curves for non-Newtonian mud leakage into fractured formation
Rami Albattat, Marwa AlSinan, Hyung Kwak +1
Drilling is a requisite operation for many industries to reach a targeted subsurface zone. Loss of circulation is a common problem that often causes interruptions to the drilling p…
physics.geo-ph2020
A Semi-Analytical Approach to Model Drilling Fluid Leakage Into Fractured Formation
Rami Albattat, Hussein Hoteit
Loss of circulation while drilling is a challenging problem that may interrupt operations, reduce efficiency, and may contaminate the subsurface. When a drilled borehole intercepts…