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System and method for damping vibration in a drill string

US8944190B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 14, 2014
Grant dateFeb 3, 2015
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Expiry dateJan 14, 2034

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  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16F2224/045
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A system for damping vibration in a drill string can include a valve assembly having a supply of a fluid, a first member, and a second member capable of moving in relation to first member in response to vibration of the drill bit. The first and second members define a first and a second chamber for holding the fluid. Fluid can flow between the first and second chambers in response to the movement of the second member in relation to the first member. The valve assembly can also include a coil or a valve for varying a resistance of the fluid to flow between the first and second chambers.

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