Page 3 - The Rotary Rig and Its Components

Figures v Contents
Foreword vii
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Preface ix
Acknowledgments xi ▼
About the Author xiii ▼
Units of Measurement xiv ▼
Introduction 1
To Summarize 5
The Power System 7
Prime Movers 8
Drives 9
Mechanical 9
Diesel-Electric 11
Silicon-Controlled Rectifiers 14
The Power System Layout 14
To Summarize 15
The Hoisting System 17
The Substructure 18
The Derrick or Mast 18
Derrick Load Ratings 18
Derrick Height 19
The Drawworks 19
The Catshaft and Catheads 20
The Brake System 24
The Transmission System 25
The Blocks and Drilling Line 25
The Crown Block 26
The Traveling Block 27
The Drilling Line 29
Maintenance 31
To Summarize 32
The Rotating System 33
The Swivel 35
The Top Drive 36
The Kelly 38
Kelly Cocks 40
The Rotary Table 43
The Drill Stem 44
Drill Pipe 45
Tool Joints 46
Drill Collars 46
Bits 47
Roller Cone Bits 47
Fixed Cutter Bits 48
Hole Diameter 49
To Summarize 50

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