..., based upon the knowledge of all of the people involved, by constant communication between these parties throughout the drilling operation, and by the refinements of the very basic drilling techniques, deep wells have become routine. . Since the success of the 28, 000' well, like any other, depends...

... of minimum cost drilling programs is relatively new, their proper use can effect substantial savings in the drilling operation. The principal uses of a minimum cost drilling program are in (1) planning the entire well, (2) selecting the proper bit, (3) optimum time to pull a bit, (4) proper weight and speed...