Method, device and system for drilling rig modification
US8215417B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 29, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jul 10, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 29, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B15/00
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A method, device and system for augmenting a traditional drilling or workover rig with automated operational, monitoring and reporting systems. The automation system comprises integratable components of various automated operational systems, combined in a device easily adapted to install into the operational area of a drilling or workover rig, wherein the automated operational systems are dynamically selectable either or both locally or remotely.
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