Automated Broomstick Chart Analysis for Well Operations
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Solution Overview
Problem
Manual analysis of broomstick charts for well operations is time-consuming and prone to inaccuracies due to the challenges of calibrating values affected by frictional forces experienced during drilling operations.
Innovation Solution
A well operation evaluation system that receives data indicative of broomstick charts, diagnoses issues by comparing expected and actual parameter values, generates engineering models to simulate well operations, and predicts impacts and solutions to overcome issues such as stuck pipes or loss of circulation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If manual analysis of broomstick charts is performed, then analysis can be done with simple tools, but the process is time-consuming and delays decision-making
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces manual mechanical analysis methods with an automated computer-based system that processes broomstick chart data electronically. The system uses software algorithms to automatically interpret drag charts, torque charts, and other well operation visualizations, eliminating the time-consuming manual analysis process while maintaining accuracy.
Solution Approach 2:
The automated analysis system performs self-evaluation of well operation data by automatically comparing actual measurements against theoretical models and historical data. The system generates its own diagnostic conclusions and recommendations without requiring continuous human intervention, enabling real-time decision support.
2Measurement precision
If manual calibration of chart values is performed, then adjustments can be made based on experience, but frictional forces cause inaccuracies in the calibration
Solution Approach 1:
The system implements feedback mechanisms by continuously comparing actual well operation measurements with theoretical predictions from engineering models. When discrepancies are detected (such as those caused by unaccounted frictional forces), the system adjusts calibration parameters automatically and notifies operators, improving measurement precision through iterative refinement.
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs preliminary calibration adjustments based on known frictional force characteristics before formal analysis begins. By pre-compensating for expected friction effects using established models and historical data, the system improves the accuracy of subsequent measurements and reduces the impact of frictional forces on calibration precision.
3Loss of information
If comprehensive data is collected for analysis, then more complete information is available, but the complexity of processing and analyzing the data increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the comprehensive well operation data into distinct categories such as drag chart parameters, torque chart parameters, drilling fluid properties, and formation characteristics. Each segment is processed by specialized algorithms appropriate to its type, reducing overall system complexity while maintaining complete data utilization. The segmented results are then integrated to form comprehensive diagnostic conclusions.
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AI summary
The disclosed embodiments include well operation evaluation systems and methods to analyze a broomstick chart of a well operation. The method includes receiving data indicative of a broomstick chart of a well operation. The method also includes diagnosing an issue during the well operation based on the broomstick chart. The method further includes predicting an impact on the well operation as a result of the issue. The method further includes determining a likelihood of occurrence of the impact. The method further includes determining a solution to overcome the issue.