Systems and methods for forming a subterranean borehole

US11867059B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignee

• THE TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY SYSTEM · US

Inventors

• David Staack · College Station, US
• Li-Jung Tai · Bryan, US
• Dion S. Antao · College Station, US
• Xin Tang · Shanghai, CN

Key dates

• Filing date: Oct 30, 2019
• Grant date: Jan 9, 2024
• Expiry date: Jul 1, 2040

Classification

• Technology area (CPC E): Fixed Constructions
• CPC primary: E21B41/0085
• WIPO field: Civil engineering
• WIPO sector: Other fields

Abstract

Systems and methods for drilling a borehole are disclosed. In an embodiment, the system includes a drill bit and a plasma inducing apparatus coupled to the drill bit. The plasma inducing apparatus is configured to generate plasma.