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Near-bit ultradeep measurement system for geosteering and formation evaluation

US10261209B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 29, 2016
Grant dateApr 16, 2019
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Expiry dateJul 4, 2037

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01V5/125
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A downhole drilling tool that has a deep-reading logging tool, a near-bit resistivity tool, and a gamma ray detector. Formation information logged using the deep-reading logging tool is used to build a preliminary stratigraphic model with a relatively low resolution. The preliminary stratigraphic model is further refined using data logged using the near-bit resistivity tool and/or the gamma ray detector to obtain a refined stratigraphic model with a higher resolution. The model is used to guide geosteering to achieve better well placement and trajectory control.

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