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GEA17994B_Robust_Reliable_Instrumentation_Drilling_Brochure_R1

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Introduction
GE Oil & Gas provides advanced Measurement While Drilling (MWD) and Logging While Drilling (LWD) systems designed for optimal well placement across diverse drilling environments. These systems are recognized for their reliability and accuracy, supporting efficient well site operations globally.

MWD and LWD Systems Overview
GE's MWD and LWD systems are engineered to deliver real-time data for wellbore placement and reservoir evaluation. The systems integrate seamlessly, offering features like resistivity and gamma ray measurements to enhance drilling precision.

Key Features and Benefits
  • Reliability and Efficiency: GE's systems utilize advanced micro-circuit design to withstand harsh conditions, ensuring high reliability and operational efficiency.
  • Cost-Effectiveness: The systems are designed to minimize asset requirements and maximize service days, improving return on investment.
  • Real-Time Data Transmission: Positive-pulse transmission systems enable real-time data communication, enhancing decision-making during drilling operations.

System Components
  • Pilot MWD System: An entry-level system offering full MWD capabilities with optional gamma upgrades, featuring a motor-driven pulser for improved LCM tolerance and extended battery life.
  • Tensor MWD System: Known for its reliability, this system includes a solenoid-driven pulser and is suitable for high-temperature applications, with configurable options for gamma and resistivity modules.
  • Scinturion Gamma Module: Provides directional-gamma services with enhanced sensitivity and shock protection, ensuring reliable performance under harsh conditions.
  • Centerfire Resistivity System: Offers multiple depth resistivity measurements with a retrievable probe-based design, suitable for high-temperature environments.

Technical Specifications
The systems are rated for temperatures up to 175°C (347°F) and include features like retrievable probes, configurable telemetry sequences, and robust surface systems for efficient data processing and display.

Conclusion
GE's MWD and LWD systems are designed to improve drilling efficiency and accuracy, providing reliable data for optimal well placement and reservoir evaluation. The systems' advanced features and robust design make them a preferred choice in the oil and gas industry.
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robust, reliable instrumentation

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GE Measurement While Drilling (MWD) systems and Logging While Drilling (LWD) plug-and-play options provide reliable and accurate instrumentation for optimum well placement in a wide range of drilling environments. World leaders in drilling measurement instrumentation GE Oil & Gas designs, develops and engineers state-of-the-art MWD and LWD sensors and systems for customers to run well site operations for oil and gas corporations. Our research and development is continuous to ensure we always provide reliable technology, delivered on a global scale through exceptional customer service, specialist...

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MWD Systems Data Acquisition – Surface Systems GE MWD and LWD systems transmit directional measurements and logging data for real-time display. In addition, data are stored at higher resolution in the tool memory for retrieval at surface and merged with depth data to provide final logs. A comprehensive set of surface equipment is supplied with each system. Transmission Systems – Positive Pulse GE offers industry-proven positive-pulse transmission systems to send computed surveys or raw data to the surface in real time. Pilot Motor-Driven Pulser (page 4) Tensor Solenoid-Driven Pulser (page 6)

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Pilot MWD System The Pilot MWD system offers an entry-level option for customers wishing to use proven GE technology. The Pilot MWD system provides full MWD capability with optional gamma upgrade for drill collar sizes ranging from 3 ½ in. (89 mm) to 9 ½ in. (241 mm) O.D. • Retrievable/Reseatable Wireline-retrievable MWD probe reduces lost-in-hole risk and eliminates tripping to replace equipment. • Motor-Driven Pulser Pulser exerts up to 100 lb. force for improved LCM tolerance. • Power Efficient Up to 400 hours battery life with Pilot MWD system, enabling prolonged runs and reducing battery...

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Pilot MWD System The surface system is compact for efficient rig-up and provides a user-friendly interface for operators. The rig floor display (RFD) is based on a rugged computer integrated with GE proprietary hardware and software. The RFD is installed in a compact, toughened enclosure with a touch-screen interface. Two-way wireless communication may be added to provide remote monitoring and additional logging functionality with the gamma module. • Compact with Few Components Designed for rapid system rig-up, the small RFD footprint allows versatile installation on the rig floor. Simple user...

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Tensor MWD System The well-established and reliable Tensor MWD system is acknowledged as the industry standard in retrievable MWD systems. Comprised of a downhole probe-based tool with a bottom-mounted pulser, modular tool components and associated surface systems, the Tensor directional system provides real-time azimuth, inclination and tool face data via positive mud pulse telemetry. Plug-and-play options are available to provide gamma and resistivity for LWD applications. • Retrievable/Reseatable Wireline-retrievable MWD probe reduces lost-in-hole risk and eliminates tripping to replace equipment....

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Tensor MWD System The Tensor surface system hub is located in a safe area and is an extremely reliable, efficient receiver and decoding system. Color LCD rig floor display, surface sensors and peripherals are all connected to the hub. A comprehensive software interface ensures both surface and downhole systems can be easily programmed for various tool combinations and telemetry parameters. • User-Friendly Software Robust decoding and simple tool programming interface results in quick and effective operator training. • Downlink Telemetry Change Operator can change data rates and telemetry parameters...

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Tensor LWD System The Tensor MWD system can be expanded to fulfill specific LWD project requirements by adding the Scinturion Gamma Module and the Centerfire* resistivity tool. The LWD system is specified to 175°C (347°F), uses a standard solenoid-driven pulser with the gamma module and a special solenoid-driven pulser with a wet connect fitting to connect to the Centerfire tool. Four tool configurations are possible with the Tensor LWD system: 1. Directional-Gamma with the gamma tool placed above the pulser and using two battery modules. 2. Directional-Gamma-Resistivity with the gamma tool placed...

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Centerfire Resistivity System The Centerfire resistivity system uses an industry standard transmitter-receiver design to provide multiple depth of investigation (DOI) borehole-compensated resistivities. The fully retrievable probebased directional MWD module is situated above the resistivity tool and can be removed from the tool string with the logging data downloaded at the surface even if the rest of the bottomhole assembly becomes stuck. Centerfire Key Features • Eight borehole-compensated resistivity measurements. • Temperature rated up to 175°C (347°F). • Retrievable probe-based directional...

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System Feature Comparison Positive Pulse Motor-Driven Pulser Retrievable Directional Sensor Full Range Temperature Sensor 175°C (347°F) Temperature Rated Propagation Resistivity Option 1 – Optional for tensor directional and directional-gamma systems.

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