Research Article

Characteristics Analysis of Joint Acoustic Echo and Noise Suppression in Periodic Drillstring Waveguide

Table 1

Dimensions of drillstring and single acoustic isolator.

StructureComponentCross-sectional area (m2)Length (m)

DrillstringDrill pipe 9.11
Tool joint 0.475

Acoustic isolatorGrooveThe same as pipe body (determined by simulation)
Convex portionThe same as tool joint (determined by simulation)