Wellbore trajectory refers to the planned path of a borehole as it is drilled from a surface location to a target subsurface location, crucial for optimizing resource extraction and minimizing drilling risks. Understanding and controlling the trajectory involves precise calculations and adjustments to navigate geological formations and avoid obstacles while achieving the desired well objectives.

Wellbore Trajectory

A borehole is a narrow shaft drilled into the ground to access subsurface resources such as water, oil, or minerals, or for geotechnical investigations. It is a critical component in various industries, including water supply, oil and gas exploration, and environmental monitoring, due to its ability to provide direct access to underground layers.

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Planned path of a borehole

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Target subsurface location

Resource extraction involves the removal of natural resources from the environment for economic use, and it plays a crucial role in global economies but often leads to environmental degradation and social conflicts. Sustainable practices and technological innovations are essential to mitigate its negative impacts and ensure long-term resource availability.

Resource Extraction

Minimizing drilling risks

Trajectory Control

Precise Calculations

Geological formations are naturally occurring groupings of rock layers that have a distinct, recognizable composition and structure, which are used to interpret Earth's history and geological processes. They provide critical insights into past environments, climate changes, and the movement of tectonic plates over geological time scales.

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