Research Article

Prediction Model of Mechanical Extending Limits in Horizontal Drilling and Design Methods of Tubular Strings to Improve Limits

Table 3

Values of the relevant parameters in a case study.

ParametersValues

Kick-off depth ()2500 m
Build-up rate ()6°/30 m
Inner diameter of wellbore ()311 mm
Outer diameter of tubular string ()127 mm
Rated pick-up force ()3000 kN
Rated torque ()50 kN·m
Threshold axial force for rock breaking ()50 kN
Threshold torque for rock breaking ()5 kN·m