Multifunction Rig Mat With Collapsible Drill Bit Inspection Stand
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current methods for measuring and photographing drill bit wear in oil & gas operations are inconvenient and inconsistent, often requiring manual handling of heavy bits and lacking a stable, collapsible stand for cleaning and inspection.
Innovation Solution
A modular rig mat system with a collapsible bit stand and integrated components for inspection and cleaning, featuring adjustable positioning and power sources, designed for easy transport and setup alongside a portable building.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Measurement precision
If a drill bit stand is provided for cleaning and inspection, then measurement consistency and photography quality improve, but device complexity and transport difficulty increase
Solution Approach 1:
The rig mat is divided into modular components including a collapsible bit stand, storage units, and a collapsible roof structure. Each component can be independently folded or disassembled, allowing the entire system to be broken down into transportable segments while maintaining functional integrity during use.
Solution Approach 2:
The bit stand and roof structure incorporate collapsible and adjustable mechanisms that allow the system to transition between a stable operational configuration and a compact transport configuration. The stands can be folded, and the roof can be collapsed or removed, providing dynamic adaptability.
2Ease of operation
If a collapsible and transportable stand is used, then ease of transport improves, but stability during inspection and measurement deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system employs collapsible stands and adjustable components that provide stability during use through their rigid structure, then allow easy collapse for transport. The stands can be positioned and locked into stable configurations during inspection, then rapidly folded when transport is required.
Solution Approach 2:
The bit stand is designed as a separate modular component that can be independently collapsed and stored within or alongside the rig mat structure. This segmentation allows the stand to be stabilized during use but easily removed or folded for transport without affecting the overall system.
3Device complexity
If the drill bit is placed on the floor for measurement, then device complexity is minimized, but measurement precision and photography quality deteriorate
Solution Approach 1:
The bit stand is integrated into the rig mat system as a unified component, combining the functions of support, positioning, and stabilization. This integration provides a dedicated measurement platform without requiring separate complex equipment, as the stand works together with the rig mat structure and storage units.
Solution Approach 2:
The bit stand serves as an intermediary platform between the drill bit and the measurement/photography system. It provides a stable, elevated surface that facilitates consistent measurements and photography while being part of the overall rig mat system, thus not adding excessive complexity.
4Measurement precision
If the drill bit must be washed of mud and debris for photography, then photograph quality improves, but time consumption and operational complexity increase
Solution Approach 1:
The rig mat system includes storage units and cleaning components that are prepared and positioned in advance. The collapsible storage units can be quickly deployed to hold cleaning supplies, and the bit stand is pre-positioned to receive the drill bit ready for cleaning and photography, minimizing the time required for these operations.
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates self-contained cleaning capabilities within the rig mat structure, allowing the drill bit to be cleaned using resources provided by the system itself. The integrated storage units and cleaning components enable operators to perform cleaning and photography operations independently without requiring external resources.
Data Source
AI summary
A modular rig mat system for use with portable buildings at drilling sites comprises a base portion and a smaller roof supported by collapsible stands, creating covered and uncovered areas. The system features an adjustable bit stand for inspecting and cleaning drill bits, centrally located with adjustable horizontal and vertical positioning capabilities. Additional modular components include collapsible seating with integrated storage, support stands for elongated equipment, safety storage for emergency equipment, and recreational fixtures in the uncovered area. The mat can be equipped with power sources including solar panels and wind turbines mounted on external collapsible stands. The entire structure is designed for easy transport, with the base featuring lifting holes for forklift access, and all components being collapsible or removable for flat-pack transportation. The system addresses the need for consistent, convenient drill bit inspection and measurement in oil & gas operations while providing auxiliary workspace functionality.