@inproceedings{47a98c834d0747aaabb3926f36f85571,
title = "Numerical investigation of laser drilling",
abstract = "The need for a new method of drilling oil and gas wells is immense. Current drilling techniques used were developed at the beginning of the last century. Many problems persist with this method including downtime due to dull bits, the lack of precise vertical or horizontal wells and formation fluid leakage during drilling due to the lack of a seal around the hole. Laser drilling is a new technology that has been proposed as a method to eliminate the current problems while drilling and provide a less expensive alternative to conventional methods. Although lasers have found widespread use in many industries, it is only recently that research in this area has been redirected to the oil and gas industry. A numerical model was developed and verified with previously published experimental data. A detailed parametric study is included and experimental design considerations are discussed. Laser drilling has great potential to revolutionize the oil and gas industry. Design considerations for a field application are presented, with discussion on economical and environmental impacts.",
author = "N. Bjorndalen and Belhaj, {H. A.} and Agha, {K. R.} and Islam, {M. R.}",
note = "Funding Information: Funding of the research was possible through several grants from the Federal Government of Canada and petroleum industries. Publisher Copyright: {\textcopyright} 2003, Society of Petroleum Engineers Inc.; SPE Eastern Regional Meeting 2003, ERM 2003 ; Conference date: 06-09-2003 Through 10-09-2003",
year = "2003",
doi = "10.2118/84844-ms",
language = "British English",
isbn = "9781555639624",
series = "SPE Eastern Regional Meeting",
publisher = "Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE)",
booktitle = "Society of Petroleum Engineers - SPE Eastern Regional Meeting 2003, ERM 2003",
address = "United States",
}
