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Rock drill bits, methods, and systems with transition-optimized torque distribution

US6695073B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 26, 2002
Grant dateFeb 24, 2004
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Expiry dateMay 10, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B10/16
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A fixed-cutter drill bit is optimized so that cutter torques are evenly distributed not only during drilling of homogeneous rock, but also in transitional formations.

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