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Changes from the Previous Version Description of Change
Includes functional and interface changes associated with the Sysdrill 10 release.
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DOCUMENT CONTROL INFORMATION ......................................................... ......................................................... 3 VERSION HISTORY ....................................................... ................................................................... ........................ 3 CHANGES FROM THE PREVIOUS VERSION ................................................................................ ......................... 3 1
GUIDE OVERVIEW ........................................................... .................................................................. ............. 6
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INTRODUCTION TO WELL PLANNING ........................................................... ............................................... 7
2.1 Getting Started........................................... .................................................................. ................................... 7 2.1.1 Data Selector ............................................................ ................................................................... ............ 8 2.1.2 Find ................................................................................................ ......................................................... 9 2.1.3 History ............................................... ................................................................... .................................. 9 2.1.4 Unit Converter ................................... ................................................................... ................................ 10 2.2 Data Setup ................................................................................... .................................................................. 11 2.2.1 Creating a new Operator .............................. ................................................................... ...................... 11 2.2.2 Create a Field .................................................................................................................. ...................... 13 2.2.3 Create an Installation .............. .................................................................. ............................................ 16 2.2.4 Edit Slot & Rig Datums ............................................................................................................. ........... 19 2.2.5 Create a Well................................................. ................................................................... ..................... 20 2.3
Quick Well............................................................. .................................................................. ...................... 22
2.4 Planned Wellbores ............................................................ .................................................................. .......... 26 2.4.1 Create a Planned Wellbore ............................................................. ....................................................... 26 2.4.2 Define T argets.......................................................... ................................................................... .......... 27 2.4.3 Create a Wellpath Using the AutoPlan Function .................................................................................. 29 2.4.4 Define the Survey Program ............................................................ ....................................................... 30 2.4.5 Update Landing Point for Target 2 ........................................................... ............................................ 31 2.4.6 Extend the Wellpath ............................................................ .................................................................. 33 2.4.7 Define Local Formations .............................. ................................................................... ..................... 34 2.4.8 Define Hole Sections and Casings .................................................................................. ...................... 35 3
INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING................................................................ ............................................. 37
3.1 Data Setup ................................................................................... .................................................................. 37 3.1.1 Create a Project ........................................................ ................................................................... .......... 37 3.1.2 Create a Rig ............................ .................................................................. ............................................ 38 3.1.3 Create a Drilling Assembly ......................................................................................................... .......... 39 3.2 Torque & Drag Analysis .................................................................................. ............................................ 42 3.2.1 Torque & Drag Analysis (Static) ......................................................................... ................................. 42 3.2.2 Torque & Drag Analysis (Range) ........................................................................ ................................. 45 3.3 Hydraulics Analysis ........................................................................................... ........................................... 47 3.3.1 Hydraulics Analysis (with Imported Pressure Profiles) ........................................................................ 47 3.4 Casing Analysis ................................................................. .................................................................. .......... 53 3.4.1 Create a Casing Assembly (with Connections) ................................................................ ..................... 53 Casing Analysis (including Connections) ................................................................................................ ........... 58 3.5 Cementing Analysis .......................................................... .................................................................. .......... 63 3.5.1 Create a Cementing Calculation.................... ................................................................... ..................... 63
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Define Fluids by Volume ...................................................................................................................... 64 Free Fall Calculation ........................................................... .................................................................. 67
INTRODUCTION TO DRILLING ..................................................................................................................... 69
4.1 Actual Wellbores ....................................... .................................................................. ................................. 69 4.1.1 Import Survey Data ............................................................. .................................................................. 69 4.1.2 Departure from Plan .................................................................................................................... .......... 74 4.2 Project Ahead........................................................ .................................................................. ...................... 76 4.2.1 Return to Plan .................................... ................................................................... ................................ 76 5
APPENDICES........................................................ .................................................................. ....................... 78
A - Working with Spreadsheets .......................................................................... ............................................ 78 B - Reporting ......................................................................... .................................................................. .......... 79 C - Basic Plotting ............................................................................. ................................................................. 82 D - Catalogues a summary ..................................... ................................................................... ..................... 89 E - 3D View Summary.......................................................... .................................................................. .......... 91 F - Working with Graphs & Plots ............................................................. ....................................................... 95 G - Further Help ..................................................................................................... ........................................... 97
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1 Guide Overview This guide is intended to act as an overview of the functionality available within Sysdrill 10 release. It is intended to provide limited workflow advice to new and returning Sysdrill users but is not intended to be a full formal training document. If full training is required please contact your local Paradigm representative or email
[email protected] for further advice.
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2 Intro duction to Well Plannin g Note: To launch Sysdrill, the Sysdrill Data Sever must be running. If the Server was not installed to run as a service, manual launch from the Windows Start menu is required.
2.1 Gett ing Started Sysdrill is launched from the Windows Start menu as shown below
Sysdrill will start automatically if only the Admin user is set up, however if more than one user is set up it will be necessary to enter a user name and password.
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2.1.1 Data Selector The data selector is the focal point of activity within Sysdrill. It displays of all objects within the drilling database and provides access to all associated editor dialogs for data entry, analysis and output.
The objects displayed within the Data Selector relate to objects in the real world and are arranged to reflect relationships within a hierarchical tree structure. This tree is conceptually similar to the directory structure within Microsoft Windows Explorer. It contains branches that can be expanded and collapsed to show the required level of detail and to enable navigation to the various editor dialogs. The data selector has two drop down fields (Display and Filter) that manage what data is displayed so as to aid navigation. The “Display” field allows the user to specify which of the major data categories (Locations, Operators, Organisations, Rigs, Catalogues and Directional Survey Tools) to display. The selected category may be expanded to reveal and edit associated data objects. The “Filter” field is only enabled when either Operators or Locations are selected in the ‘Display’ field. This option allows selective display of associated data objects (wellbores, engineering calculations etc) on the basis of their Field or Block association.
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2.1.2 Find The next section is the Find tab. This allows users to search for pieces of data that they wish to locate. The Look In drop down list allows the user to select which of the major data categories to search in while the Of Type determines which sort of data the user is searching for.
2.1.3 History The third section is the History tab. This works in a similar tab to Internet explorer history and allows users to search for objects depending on the last date that they were edited.
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2.1.4 Unit Converter The final section is the Unit Converter. This allows the users to enter a known value and convert it into a different unit system, the top drop down list contains all of the unit types that can be converted.
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2.2 Data Setup The following exercises cover key aspects of the data setup required for well planning.
2.2.1 Creatin g a new Operator The top level of the hierarchy is Operator level, an Operator is the entity operating the well or lease. The data that is created below the operator will provide the basis for future calculations within Sysdrill 1)
Within the Data Selector right-click on the Operators node and select New Operator.
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Create an Operator named GS Opeartor using the API Oilfield Unit System as shown below.
Note : All dialogues beneath this Operator will use the selected, API Oilfield, unit system by default when they are opened. The viewing unit system can be switched at any time but all dialogues will open with API Oilfield units unless the Unit System is changed at Operator level.
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3)
Save the Operator dialog but do not close it, the following table outlines the saving options that are common throughout all of the Sysdrill application
Button
Action
Description
Cancel
Cancel all edits and close the di alog.
Save
Save the current edits. This does not close the dialog.
Save & Exit
Save current edits and close the dialog.
4)
Move to the Preferences tab and use the button to select a logo that will appear on the reports for this Operator. Select Coordinates from Installation, this will mean all Coordinates are shown by default from the installation reference point rather than the Slot or Field reference.
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Save and Exit.
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This will return you to the Data Selector.
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2.2.2 Create a Field A Field is a geologically constrained area in which hydrocarbons have been (or are expected to be) found.
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In the Data Selector right-click on Operator GS Operator and select New Field.
2) Name the Field GS Field and ensure that the GS Operator has been assigned by default. From the Location dropdown list select Create New.
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The Location editor will open with a default Map Zone present (which zone depends on the users preferences)
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Delete the default map zone and select (Use the (
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icon) the WGS 1984 / UTM Zone 14 N and make it definitive
). Call the Location Mexico
Save and Exit the Location.
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6)
In the Field editor select Location Mexico.
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Enter a Northing of 1977931 and an Easting of 540555 and ensure the Lat and Long calculate as per the below screenshot. Note that the data entered is highlighted in Green.
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Save and Exit the Field.
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2.2.3 Create an Installati on An Installation represents the site from which we drill the wellbore(s). 1)
In the Data Selector right-click on Field GS Field and select New Installation.
2) Name the installation Pad A, ensure that the Field is set to GS Field by default.
Note: A new installation automatically inherits the coordinates of the parent Field. These coordinates can be updated if required.
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3)
Enter North from Field Origin as 1200 ft and South from Field Origin as 2555 ft. Ensure the Lat/Long and Northing/Eastings are calculated as per the below.
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Give the Installation an Elevation above Mean Sea Level of 335 ft
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Move to the Declination tab.
Note: Declination has been automatically calculated based on Installation geographic position for current date and time.
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Save and Exit the Installation.
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2.2.4 Edit Slot & Rig Datums A Slot defines the surface position from which a wellbore is drilled. Any number of Rig Datums can be associated with a given Slot and the associated Wells. The user can select from defined Rig Datums when entering surveys and planning wells. 1)
In the Data Selector expand Pad A and Right-click Slot #1 and select Edit Slot.
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Move to the Rig Datums tab and name both Datums RKB and give them an Elevation Above Installation of 15 ft.
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Save and Exit the Slot.
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2.2.5 Create a Well A Well provides a naming container for the wellbore (or wellbores) defined beneath it. 1)
In the Data Selector right-click Slot #1 and select New Well.
2) Name the Well A-1 and give it a Purpose of Development.
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The External Data Sources tab allows the user to set up connections to various data sources where data can be transferred either to or from, this is not covered in this guide but please contact
[email protected] if more information is required.
3)
Save and Exit the Well.
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2.3 Quick Well Sysdrill also includes a Quick Well wizard that walks the user through the process of creating a well, the below workflow explains how to use this functionality. 1)
In the Data Selector select the Operator node and then the Quick Well toolbar button
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This will launch the Quick Well Wizard
3) Name the well, select the type of well and enter in the Elevation information (either Metric or Oilfield units can be used) before selecting Next.
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Note: If selected the wellbore option enables the application to automatically create and open a wellbore of the type specified, in this example a Planned Wellbore will be created.
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On the Next page Field, Location and Positional informati on is entered. Existing data can be used or new data can be created. In this example we will create a new Field and Location at N58 8 41.7467 E2 0 0.0000 on the default Map zone before selecting Next.
5) Now the Installation is created and the Operator created or selected (If an existing field was selected in the previous step the Operator will be pre selected)
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A block can then be defined if required before selecting Finish
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A summary of the well to be created will then be presented.
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Selecting Finish will create the line of descent in the Data Selector and in this example open the associated PWB for editing.
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2.4 Planned Wellb ores The following exercises cover some basic functions in relation to defining a Planned Wellbore. Firstly close any Planned Wellbores that are currently open.
2.4.1 Create a Planned Wellbo re 1)
In the Data Selector expand Well A-1 and highlight Wellbores (Planned) node, right-click and select Create Planned Wellbore.
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2.4.2 Define Targets 1)
Append a row to the Wellbore Targets list Name TVD Distance Direction
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and enter the following target details. A-1 – T1 14250 ft 2000 ft 27 deg
Move to the Target Shape tab and create a 100ft circle that is 50ft thick.
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Append a second row to the Wellbore Targets list Name TVD Distance Direction
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and enter the following target details. A-1 – T2 17950 ft 2400 ft 27 deg
Move to the Target Shape tab and create a 100ft circle that is 50ft thick.
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2.4.3 Create a Wellp ath Using the Auto Plan Functio n Wellpaths are typically created using Profiles, these are available in the drop-down list on the well planning spreadsheet. These profiles represent commonly used sequences of curving (build/drop/turn) and straight (hold) sections used in wellpath design. Profiles are completed by input of user-defined constraints. In this exercise we will made use of the AutoPlan option to generate a geometrically valid wellpath through both targets associated with the wellbore.
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Move to the Wellpath tab and click the AutoPlan button (
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In Row 2 enter an MD value of 5000ft to update the Kick-Off Point.
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Use the 2D View
4)
Save the Wellbore but do not Exit.
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and 3D View
), the wellpath created should match the below.
to visualise the wellpath. These tools may be used at any time.
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2.4.4 Defin e the Survey Program One or more survey tool error models may be applied to a planned wellpath to determine the required survey program. Sysdrill is shipped with a number of default error models. The user may also define error models for specific survey tools. 1)
Move to the Errors tab and append a row to the spreadsheet tool and a Good Gyro error model.
2)
The errors will now be visible in the 2D and 3D views.
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. Use the drop-down fields to specify a WdW Gyro
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2.4.5 Update Landing Point f or Target 2 The wellpath currently lands in the centre of target A-1 - T2 with an inclination of 6.17 degrees. We now interactively update the wellpath landing point within that target to increase the inclination beyond a minimum requirement of 6.5 degrees. 1)
Return to the Targets - Shape tab and select target A-1 – T2.
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In the toolbar next to the Target Schematic, click the Wellpath View perspective of the wellpath.
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Hold down the Shift key and click on the wellpath intersection symbol (the red cross) in the Target Schematic. Drag the symbol towards the highside of the target as shown.
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Move back to the Wellpath tab. Note that the inclination at target A-1 – T2 has increased.
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2.4.6 Extend the Wellp ath The wellpath will now be extended by 100ft MD so that TD is beyond target A-1 – T2. 1)
Append a row
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In Row 7 enter a Course Length of 100ft and a DLS value of 0 deg/100ft.
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Save the Wellbore but do not Exit.
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2.4.7 Defin e Loc al Formati ons In situations where more detailed geological surface files are not available, Local Formations allow the user to define a simplified geological model with respect to the wellbore using oriented planes. 1)
Move to the Formation page and select the Local Formations sub-tab.
2)
Using the Append
3)
Use the Include All
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In the 3D View experiment with the Surfaces
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button, define the formations as shown below.
button to select all the formations.
and Curtain
options to display the defined local formations.
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2.4.8 Defin e Hole Secti ons and Casings The following exercise covers manual definition of hole sections and casing intervals for the wellbore. This information is required to run engineering calculations. 1)
Move to the Hole Sections/Casings tab.
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Append a row enter the first line and then use the Enter key to create subsequent rows to define the hole sections shown below.
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Append a row enter the first line and then use the Enter key to create subsequent rows to define the casing information shown below.
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4)
In the 3D View the Casings can be switched on and off using the
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Save and Exit the Planned Wellbore.
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3 Introduc tion to Engineering There are 6 main engineering calculations within Sysdrill; Torque & Drag, Sensitivity, Hydraulics, Cementing, Casing & Tubing Analysis and Jar Placement. These calculations allow the user to quickly define the scenario to be modelled, analyse the results and optimise the engineering design. Sysdrill's shared data structure allows different types of calculation to be run in parallel, each calculation executing against a set of common inputs. This approach allows efficient optimisation of wellbore design against multiple engineering criteria. The results of calculations can be output in both graphical and tabular form. The following exercises introduce Torque & Drag, Hydraulics and Casing Analyses.
3.1 Data Setup 3.1.1 Create a Proj ect A Project relates to a specific piece of work such as the planning and drilling of a well. It provides a means to group all relevant engineering analyses in relation to the proposed and actual wellbores of the Project. 1)
In the Data Selector, under Well A-1, right-click on the Projects node and select New Project.
2) Name the Project Engineering for A-1 and select Drill well as the Project Type. In the Rig drop-down, use the Create New option to launch the Rig editor.
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3.1.2 Create a Rig A Rig is defined by the physical operating parameters of the surface equipment. A rig is associated with a particular Project, allowing all project calculations to reference a common set of parameters. 1)
Enter the following details to the Rig editor Rig Name Rig Type Block Weight Max Torque Max Hook Load
GS Rig Land Rig 30 klb 25000 lbf.ft 800 klb
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Save and Exit the Rig.
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In the Project editor, ensure that the GS Rig is selected.
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4)
Save and Exit the Project.
3.1. 3.1.3 3 Create Create a Drill ing Ass embly Sysdrill allows detailed definition of assemblies (drilling assemblies, casing and liner strings, completion strings, screen assemblies etc) for use in engineering analyses. 1)
Expand Project Engineering for A-1, right-click on the Assemblies node and select New Assembly.
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In the Assembly Wizard select Catalogue as the creation method and click Next.
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3)
Use the OD filter to search for assemblies with an 8 ½” Outside Diameter. This should return the three assemblies shown below.
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Highlight the 8 ½” Steerable assembly and select Finish.
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Within the Assembly Editor, update the name in Row 1 to 8 ½” Steerable – GS.
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Save and Exit the Assembly.
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3.2 Torque & Drag Analysis 3.2.1 Torque & Drag Analys is (Static ) The Torque and Drag Calculation involves mechanical analysis of a string within a particular hole section. It is one of the 4 major engineering calculation types available under the Project node. 1)
Under Project Engineering for A-1, right-click on the Torque and Drag Calculations node and select New Torque and Drag Calculation.
2) Name the T&D Calculation Planned T&D for 8-1/2” Hole and select A-1 (PWB) and 8 ½” Steerable – GS Assembly. Enter the following details for the default Operating Mode:
3)
Move to the Wellbore Fluids tab and give the Drilling Fluid a Density of 13.00 ppg, ensure the PV and YP are calculated as per the below.
Note: Typically only one fluid will be defined for a torque and drag calculation. However, multiple fluids will be required if modelling casing floatation jobs etc.
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4)
Move to the Friction Factors & Tortuosity tab and note the default values.
Note 1: Default friction factor values can be updated. Note 2: Any number of friction factor and/or tortuous intervals may be defined along the wellpath.
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Return to the Inputs tab and run the calculation using the Calculate button. The bottom half of the calculation editor provides a range of features for analysing calculation results. This includes summary features for fast identification of specific problems, and detailed graphical and tabular information for comprehensive understanding of the modelled scenario(s).
The left side of the results section contains a summary spreadsheet in which all operating modes included in the calculation are listed. For each entry in the spreadsheet, check-boxes indicate a pass or fail in relation to general Tension, Torque and Stress categories. By highlighting a particular entry in the summary spreadsheet, a more detailed pass/fail summary is given in the section below for different aspects of Tension, Torque and Stress. Detailed graphical and tabular results occupy the central portion of the results section. Results in the graphs and tables reflect the operating mode currently highlighted in the summary spreadsheet. The Range Results table features a row of key calculation values for the selected operating mode. This row relates to the specified calculation depth. Three tabs allow examination of Hook Load, Torque and Surface Stress results.
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6)
Click on the Point Graphs tab and examine each graph in turn.
Note: Moving the cursor over a curve within a graph will cause a floating label to appear. This label will automatically identify the curve and report the measured depth and curve value at the selected point.
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Investigate the graph manipulation functions provided by the toolbar to the right of the graph.
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Save but do not exit the Torque & Drag Calculation.
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Append
2 new rows to the Operating Modes spreadsheet and define them as shown:
10) Run the Calculation again . Ensure that the Show Ghost Lines for all operating modes to be displayed in the graphs.
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11) In turn, highlight each operating modes in the Summary Spreadsheet. The graph should update to reflect the selected operating mode. 12) Save but do not exit the Torque and Drag Calculation.
3.2.2 Torque & Drag Analysi s (Range) The Range Analysis approach allows multiple static analyses to be run at regular intervals over a specified depth range, effectively simulating the changing assembly loads over a particular hole section. In the following exercise we rerun the calculation as a Range Analysis to model the changing assembly loads as we drill out the 8 ½” hole. 1)
Select the Range Calc Calculation option, there should be 10 rows by default.
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Run the calculation.
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Use the scroll bar to the left of the graphs to view the graph results at different calculation depths.
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Move to the Range Graphs tab and examine the Graphs.
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Save and Exit the Torque and Drag Calculation.
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3.3 Hydraulic s Analysi s 3.3.1 Hydraulics Analysi s (with Imported Pressure Profiles) The Hydraulics Calculation involves hydraulic analysis of a string within a particular hole section. It is one of the 4 main engineering calculation types available in the Data Selector under the Project node. 1)
Under Project Engineering for A-1, right-click on the Hydraulics Calculations node and select New Hydraulics Calculation.
2) Name the Hydraulics Calculation Planned Hydraulics for 8-1/2” Hole and select A-1 (PWB) and 8 ½” Steerable – GS Assembly. 3)
Edit the Geology and Temperature Data. Note: This launches the Pressures and Temperatures dialog in which pressure and temperature profiles can be defined for the wellbore. This dialog can also be accessed from within the Wellbore Editor or beneath the relevant wellbore object in the Data Tree.
4)
Ensure that the depth reference is set to TVD and data reference is set to Values.
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Within Windows Explorer, double-click on file GettingStartedPressureData.xls. This will open Microsoft Office Excel.
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Highlight cells A1 to C53 and copy data to the clipboard.
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In Sysdrill, right-click in the Pressure spreadsheet and select Paste , the Import Wizard will launch.
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Ensure that the Has Headers option is selected and click Next to proceed to the data mapping stage of the import process.
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Click the spreadsheet.
button to map the columns in the import data to the corresponding columns in the wellpath
10) Select Next to continue the import process.
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11) Accept the default references and select Next to import the data, ensure 52 rows of data are imported.
12) Select Finish completing the import process.
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13) Save and Exit the Pressures and Temperatures dialog. 14) Return to the Hydraulics Calculation and enter the below calculation options:
15) Move to the Circulating Fluid tab and enter the following details for the drilling fluid:
16) Run the calculation. The bottom half of the calculation editor provides a range of features for analysing calculation results. This includes summary features for fast identification of specific problems, and detailed graphical and tabular information for comprehensive understanding of the modelled scenario.
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The Hydraulics Analysis provides a similar pass/fail summary to the Torque & Drag. The summary is split into the following categories: Pressure, Density, Trip and Hole Cleaning. Detailed graphical and tabular results occupy the right hand portion of the results section. The Range Results table features a single row of key calculation values relating to the specified calculation depth. 17) Move to the Point Graphs tab and examine the graphs.
18) On the Inputs tab activate Annulus Loaded and enter the below values:
19) Activate Swab/Surge and enter the below values.
20) Re-run the Calculation.
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The influence of Swab, Surge and cuttings are now included in the results. 21) Save and Exit the Hydraulics Calculation.
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3.4 Casin g Analysi s 3.4.1 Create a Casing Ass embly (wit h Connections) Sysdrill allows detailed definition of assemblies (drilling assemblies, casing and liner strings, completion strings, screen assemblies etc) for use in engineering analyses. 1)
Expand Project Engineering for A-1, right-click on the Assemblies node and select New Assembly.
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In the Assembly Wizard select Casing String as the Assembly Type and Next.
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The Assembly editor will open, name the assembly 9-5/8” Casing GS and enter an OD of 9-5/8”in the first row:
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In the Find Panel (in the lower half of the Assembly Editor), search for Casing Joints with a Nominal Pip OD of 95/8”:
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Highlight item Casing Joint (API) - 9.625in - #53.5 ppf in the Search Results and use the casing joint to the assembly.
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In the Assembly Spreadsheet, define the Grade and Tool Joints Types as shown below.
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In the Find Panel, search for Casing couplings, also with a Nominal Pipe OD of 9-5/8”
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Select the Casing Coupling - 9.625in - #53.5 ppf in the Search Results and highlight Row 2 in the Assembly Spreadsheet use the
button to insert the coupling to the Assembly Spreadsheet.
Note: If modelling couplings, they must be placed above the relevant casing joint in the Assembly Spreadsheet
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In the Assembly Spreadsheet, enter the details for the 9 5/8” Casing Coupling as below
10) In the Assembly Spreadsheet, highlight the Coupling component in Row 2 and click the Details panel.
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11) Move to the Connection tab and ensure that both Upper and Lower Tool Joint genders are set to Box. 12) Click on the
button to populate the connection properties.
13) In the Assembly Spreadsheet, select the Casing Joint in Row 3. Ensure that both Upper and Lower Tool Joint genders are set to Pin and that connection properties are calculated.
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10) In the Assembly Spreadsheet, highlight both the Joint and the Coupling ( Rows 2 & 3) then click the Group Selected Items button.
Grouping the items ensures that the Joint & Coupling pair is repeated from the casing shoe to surface.
14) Save and Exit the Assembly.
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Casing Analysis (including Connections) The Casing Analysis Calculation allows a particular casing string to be modelled in relation to multiple Load Cases (loading scenarios) that could be encountered by the string in the wellbore. It is one of the 4 major engineering calculation types available under the Project node. 1)
Under Project Engineering for A-1, right-click on the Casing & Tubing Calculations node and select New Casing & Tubing Analysis.
2) Name the analysis 9 5/8” Casing Analysis and select the details shown below.
Note: When the Casing Interval is selected, relevant depths are populated on the DEPTHS page. 3)
Enter a running speed of 10 ft/min on the Options tab
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On the Depths tab and enter 15 ft for Top Cement Lead and 8000 ft for the Top Cement Tail. The other values will be calculated from the Casing Interval
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Move to the Fluid Densities tab and enter the values below
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Move to the Load Cases tab and select the Add Load Case from Catalogue button. Note: The default Initial Load Case is a special load case type that is referenced by any other load case that includes the ‘cement is set’ option. By defining initial conditions, the stresses present in the string prior to the cement setting can be incorporated in the calculation of the other load cases. The Initial Temperature may also be defined for calculation of thermal expansion effects in post cemented Load Cases.
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In the Load Case Catalogue Selector, highlight the following 2 pre-defined Load Cases:
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Select the Casing Calculation.
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Close the Load Case Catalogue Selector.
button. This will add the selected Load Cases to the Load Case Spreadsheet within the
10) Within the Load Case Spreadsheet, ensure that the Calculate check box is selected for both Load Cases.
Note: This indicates that the Load Cases are to be included in the analysis.
11) Select the Collapse - Evacuated Load Case and then the Edit Load Case button.
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The Load Case Editor allows the details of a new load case to be defined or the details of an existing load case to be viewed or updated. A Load Case is defined by a combination of internal and external pressure profiles, calculation options and design factors. Through use of generic tags to describe internal and external pressure profiles, the load case definition is actually independent of the particular casing interval. This allows the possibility of fast and easy re-use of complex load cases on different casing intervals in the same wellbore or in different wellbores. The user-entered depth, density, gradient and pressure values within the Casing Calculation dialog provide the specific information to allow the load cases to solve for the particular casing interval being analysed. Note: In this example the pore pressure curve defining the lower part of the External profile is the same pressure data defined on the Wellbore for use in Hydraulics calculations.
12) Once you have examined the details of the Load Case definition, close the Load Case Editor. 13) Run the Casing Analysis. 14) The following message appears, indicating that at least one of the defined Load Cases requires a Casing Wear Profile to allow calculation.
15) OK to acknowledge the message. Note: It is possible to enter or calculate a casing wear profile for use in Casing Analysis. However, in this example we are simply going to override the use of wear for all Load Cases included in the Casing Analysis.
16) Move to the Options tab and deselect the Include Wear Profile Option. 17) Rerun the Casing Analysis.
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The calculation editor provides a range of features for analyzing calculation results. This includes summary features for fast identification of specific problems and detailed graphical and tabular representations for comprehensive understanding of the modelled scenarios. The left side of the results section contains a summary spreadsheet in which all load cases included in the calculation are listed. For each entry in the spreadsheet, check-boxes indicate a pass or fail in relation to Axial, Burst, Collapse and Triaxial analysis categories. Highlighting a particular entry in the summary spreadsheet will also have the effect of highlighting associated load and limit curves in the results graphs. Detailed graphical results occupy the bottom right portion of the casing calculation editor. Results in the graphs and tables reflect the load case highlighted in the summary spreadsheet. 18) Ensure that the Show Ghost Lines included in the graphs.
option is selected. This allows results curves for all Load Cases to be
19) In the Options tab check the Include Connections and Include Couplings checkboxes.
20) Re-Run the Casing Analysis.
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The influence of couplings and connections should now be included in the results. 21) Save and Exit the Casing Calculation.
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3.5 Cementing Analysi s Cementing Analysis allows simulation of Cementing Hydraulics for multiple fluids. Fluids are set up in their final positions to produce a fluid train. Freefall, Fixed Bottom Hole Pressure and Fixed Flow Rate calculations are available.
3.5.1 Create a Cementing Calculati on 1)
Under Project Engineering for A-1, right-click on the Cementing Calculations node and select New Cementing Calculation.
2) Name the Cementing calculation Cement 9-5/8” Casing and assign A1 (PWB) as the wellbore to be used
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In the Cementing Calculation, select 9 5/8” Casing on Running String - GS as the Assembly.
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3.5.2 Defin e Fluid s by Volu me Fluids are defined by their final state. i.e. after displacement to the annulus. Any number of fluids with varying densities and rheological properties can be entered by volume or by depth. When entering fluids by volume, the fluids should be listed in the order that they are pumped. Read-only fields above the spreadsheet indicate available volumes for the Wellbore, Bore and Annulus. This is useful reference information when specifying the fluid volumes to be pumped. 1)
In the Cementing Calculation, move to the Wellbore Fluids tab append a new row to the spreadsheet
2)
Define the three fluids in the spreadsheet as follows Name Volume Density Fluid Model PV YP Yield Value
Displaced Fluid 11.75 ppg Herschel Buckley 15 cP 20 lbf/100ft 5 lbf/100ft
Lead Cement 680.71 bbl 13.00 ppg Bingham Plastic 15 cP 10 lbf/100ft -
Tail Cement 310 bbl 13.50 ppg Bingham Plastic 20 cP 10 lbf/100ft -
Displaced Fluid is the fluid in the wellbore before pumping the fluid train. Typically this is the drilling fluid for the previous hole section.
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Select the Simple Fluid Example fluid from the Fluid Catalogue using the Fluid From Catalogue button it to the spreadsheet.
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Enter a volume of 995.00 bbl for the Simple Fluid Example and update the Density, PV, YP and Yield Value as shown.
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As can be seen from the Final State diagram the Lead Cement is currently run all the way to surface, in reality it should only be run to a 500 ft or so above the 13-3/8” shoe.
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Insert a 11.50 ppg Density Spacer between the Lead Cement and the Displaced Fluid in the spreadsheet and give it a Volume of 450 bbl and reduce the volume of the Lead Cement to 230 bbl so that the top of the Lead Cement is now at 4272.55 ft as shown.
For Free Fall calculations it is also necessary to define a flow rate for each fluid. The value entered represents the minimum flow rate used to overcome the differential in fluid density between the string and the annulus when the fluids cease to move under their own weight Pump and Liner details may also be associated with a fluid, allowing Time and Strokes to be calculated
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Use the
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Enter the specified flow rates, Spacer and Simple Fluid Example 600 gal/min, Lead and Tail Cements 350 gal/min.
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3.5.3 Free Fall Calculati on The Free Fall Calculation uses the final displacement flow rate as the basis to calculate the required flow rate to overcome the U-tubing effect caused by heavier fluids in the string. 1)
Return to the Inputs tab and run the calculation graph as the calculation progresses.
. As the calculation runs observe the Along Hole Conditions
The ECD in the open hole dynamically updates as the fluid train is displaced.
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Once the calculation is complete, use the slider bar below the Fluid State Diagram to play back the graphical results to any point in the displacement process.
In this example turbulent flow is shown with the speckled appearance of the relevant fluid.
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Move to the Flow Rate results graph.
In this example gravity effects cause the flow rate to exceed the specified displacement flow rate from approx. 1.45 hours to 1.6 hours.
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4)
Move to the Surface Pressure results graph.
Initial pump pressure is required to move the cement train into the string. This pressure is reduced as the cement begins to move under its own weight. Once the cement moves into the annulus an increase in pump pressure is required to overcome the differential in hydrostatic pressure between the string and the annulus. No choke pressure is required.
5)
Move to the Bottom Hole ECD results graph.
The effects of increased pump pressure in the later stages of displacement can be seen.
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Examine the remaining results graphs in turn. Note that the Velocity graph is also controlled by the slider bar below the Fluid State Diagram.
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4 Introduc tion to Drilling The following exercises cover some of the workflows that might be undertaken during drilling of the well.
4.1 Act ual Wellb ores An Actual Wellbore represents a drilled trajectory based on survey log data.
4.1.1 Import Survey Data In the following exercise you will create an Actual Wellbore under Well A-1 and enter survey data. 1)
Expand Well A-1 and highlight the Wellbores (Actual) node.
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Right-click and select Create Actual Wellbore.
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Within the Survey Sections tab of the Actual Wellbore editor, click the Import Survey button.
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In the Import Wizard, select File as the data source and navigate to file A-1_Survey_Data_5700_MD.txt using the button.
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Select Next to proceed to the data preview stage of the import process. Ensure that the Has Headers option is selected and select Next
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Select the button and ensure that the columns in the import data are mapped to the corresponding columns in the Wellpath spreadsheet as shown and select Next to proceed
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Ensure the survey section is named A-1_Survey_Data_5700_MD and select the WdW Gyro – Good Gyro Error Model. Select Next to proceed.
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Accept the defaults (no corrections) and click Next to import the data.
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Ensure that 59 rows of data are imported and select Finish to complete the import process.
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10) The Survey sections tab should now contain the following entry:
11) Move to the Wellpath tab and examine the imported survey stations.
12) Save but do not exit. 13) Open the 3D View 14) Click the
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4.1.2 Departu re fro m Plan In the following exercise you will examine how the actual wellpath relates to the planned wellpath. 1)
Move to the Wellbore Details tab and select Planned Wellbore A-1 (PWB) in the Fulfills Plan dropdown list.
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Move to the Wellpath tab the Off Plan values in the spreadsheet will now be populated.
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Move to the Graphs tab and examine the relationship between the actual wellpath and the planned wellpath for key trajectory parameters.
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Click the 2D View button and on the Travelling Cylinder tab examine the separation of the actual wellpath from the planned Wellpath at different depths.
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Move to the Plan & Section tab and examine the graphs, use the graph vieing tools to zoom to the AWB.
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4.2 Proj ect Ahead In the following exercises we examine one of the available methods for projecting ahead of the bit.
4.2.1 Retur n to Plan 1)
Within the Actual Wellbore editor, click the Project Ahead button. The details of the projection are defined in the panel to the left of the dialog. The results are presented in a series of different displays to the right of the dialog. Note: The Project Ahead module allows any number of projections to be appended one after the other to describe an overall projected trajectory. Once the trajectory is created, it may be saved as a Simulated Wellbore (SWB) object.
2)
In the 3D View page, use the Zoom to Window
3)
Select
function to zoom in on the end of the Actual Wellbore.
as the projection type.
The projection automatically calculates based on the default 3.0 deg/100ft dogleg values.
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4)
Update both dogleg values to 1.0 deg/100ft.
Note: The recalculated projection now gets us back on plan deeper in the hole.
5)
Exit the Project Ahead editor.
and then Save and Exit the Actual Wellbore.
The functional areas outlined in this guide, plus others, are covered in greater detail within available training courses. Additional information on application operation may also be found within the help system.
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5 Appendices A - Working with Spreadsheets Spreadsheets are a common method of recording information within Sysdrill dialogs. Management of Rows
Some spreadsheets allow the order of rows to be changed by use of Up and Down buttons. Editing Columns
The Columns Selector allows the user to update the number and order of columns displayed in any spreadsheet. It is accessed by right-clicking within the spreadsheet and selecting the Columns option.
Copy & Paste
Copy and paste to/from spreadsheets is supported. This includes the option of including/disregarding a header row. Import & Export
The Input/Output Wizard provides a standard interface for managing the import and export of key data sets. It is initiated via dedicated buttons within relevant dialogs. The following data sources are supported: • • • • •
Ascii (including text file, clipboard and MS Excel options) DEX Files WITSML Files and Servers Epos Servers Peloton
The I/O Wizard also handles internal copy and paste operations between common spreadsheets within Sysdrill. However, it will not explicitly appear unless there is a mismatch in the number or order of columns between the source spreadsheet and the destination spreadsheet. Sorting / Ordering
Results spreadsheets can be sorted by clicking on the header of a column. The results will then be sorted by ascending value in the selected column. Repeating the operation will sort the spreadsheet by descending value.
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B - Reporting Sysdrill contains a variety of standard report templates which can be used to output tabular and graphical information, Sysdrill also allows the user to create customised report templates. 1)
We will now produce a wellpath report, select any Planned Wellbore and from anywhere within the Planned Wellbore editor select the Create New option from the Report button
. 2)
This opens the Report Wizard, which guides the user through the process of report generation.
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In the Report Wizard use the button to select template Wellpath Report.rfm, it should be stored in C:\ProgramData\Paradigm\Sysdrill 10\reports\en\Wellpath. At this stage the report, select Next.
option could be used to create a user defined report but we will produce the standard
Give the report a name that ensures that it can be found again and select Finish.
The report can be produced in Text, Document (Word) or Spreadsheet (Excel) format by selecting the corresponding radio button.
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4)
The report will, now be available for selection for all Planned wellbores.
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The report will, now be available for selection from all Planned wellbores. Select the Report button and the Wellpath Report will be produced.
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The report will, by default describe the planned wellpath over the entire depth interval at an interpolation rate of one interpolation per 30m/100ft MD. It is possible to modify this if required using the Interpolations tab.
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The report will open in rich text format in the default editor which is either MS Word, MS Word Viewer or Open Office assuming that Document was selected.
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Take a few moments to examine the contents of the report, once happy the report can be saved in a number of formats using the Save As functionality.
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The reporting system has been designed so that the user can define the reports they have to produce regularly and then access them easily.
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C - Basic Plotting Sysdrill contains a comprehensive plotting module that allows the production of a wide variety of plots that can greatly help aid the teams understanding of what is required. In this appendix we will cover the outline the production of a basic plot and mention some of the basic functionality but if more in depth information is required then please speak to the trainer and request a copy of the specific plotting module training guide. There is also another Appendix that details the various plotting toolbar buttons and their functionality. 1)
We will now produce a basic plot, select any Planned Wellbore and from anywhere within the Planned Wellbore editor select the Create New option from the Plot button
. 2)
This will launch Select Plot File dialogue, move to the Wellpath Plots folder, select the Wellpath A3 Landscape.plt file and press Open
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Select Finish and Sysdrill will return to the Planned Wellbore Editor
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The newly created plot will now be available for selection
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The plot will, now be available for selection from all Planned wellbores. Select the Plot button and the A3Landscape plot will be produced
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A Plot similar to the below should open, the format should be the same but the data plotted will vary.
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7)
Now that we have a basic plot using the plot template it is possible to customise the plot in a large number of ways, including Add/move/delete/resize sub-plots Colour existing sub-plots Modify data within sub-plots Add Logos Modify the data contained in sub-plots Create new plot templates Save the plot to complete at a later time. Details of all of the above can be found in the specific plotting training guide if required, we will cover only two of the options.
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Firstly we will add the grids to the plot. from the layout toolbar and then click in the Vertical Section sub-plot. Ensure that Select the Edit Grid button the Show Grid option is enabled. Repeat the process for the Plan View
The plot should now look similar to the below
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9) Now we will add a new sub plot. Select New Subplot button
. Select Profile data and Finish
Left click to anchor the sub plot above the Section View, move right and down to create the extent of the sub plot, when happy right click to deposit the subplot. The plot should look similar to the below
10) If time constraints allow continue to modify the plot and attempt to reproduce the below completed plot.
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Plotting Module Save Options
The Sysdrill Plotting Module supports the following 4 options for saving a plot. Type Plot
File Extension .plp
Archive Layout CGM
.pla .plt .cgm
Description An active document that will re-read the wellpath when the plot is re-opened. This ensures that any subsequent changes to the wellpath are reflected in the plot. Wellpath update will result in the loss of any detail edits. A static document that will remain unchanged unless subject to further editing. A plot template document. A static document in Computer Graphics Metafile format.
Plotting Module Operation
All editing operations are achieved by selecting the required editing function from a toolbar, selecting the appropriate element within the plot and then specifying the details of the edit operation. Depending on the particular operation, the details of the edit are specified within a dialog or by interacting directly with the data on the plot. Hint: Pay attention to the status bar at the bottom of the plot window. The messages that appear provide useful information and often indicate what type of user input is expected. Plotting Module Toolbars
All operations in the Sysdrill Plotting Module can be conducted through functions available in the following 3 toolbars. 1. General Toolbar
Provides universal plot functions such as saving, printing and zoom options. Default appearance settings may also be made in terms of grid style and automatic labels, although these can be also be set in relation to specific sub-plots.
2. Layout Toolbar
Provides major editing operations that relate to the overall appearance of the plot. They include moving, deleting, adding and scaling sub-plots. They also include grid, label and colour functions.
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3. Detail Toolbar
Provides small-scale editing functions in relation to individual elements within the sub-plots. They include moving, deleting, adding and scaling text. They also include adding art objects and logos.
Recommended Workflow
When working with the Sysdrill Plotting Module, the editing sequence described below will typically be followed. For any particular plot, it may not be necessary to attempt all these steps. The number of necessary steps will depend on the editing requirements of the plot. General principles
1)
Launch the Plotting Module using a plot template file which closely matches your requirements in terms of plot size and content. 2) Use the Layout Toolbar to perform major edits relating to the overall appearance of the plot. 3) Use the Detail Toolbar to make small-scale presentational changes. These relate to individual elements within sub plots. 4) Print and save the edited plot. Note: The plot can be saved at any time during the editing process. Regular save operations are recommended. Typical Editing Sequence
1) 2) 3) 4)
Move sub-plots, delete sub-plots, add sub-plots as required (Layout Toolbar) Change scale, position and size of sub-plots as required (Layout Toolbar) Edit automatic annotation styles, set interpolation depth markers etc (Layout Toolbar) Move/add/delete text, add art objects and logos etc (Detail Toolbar)
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D – Catalogues a summary Sysdrill includes a number of Catalogues to store user data common to the modules in the application. Whole catalogues can be imported and exported between Sysdrill installations using the import export buttons on the Data Selector or from the context menu. Equipment Catalogues
BHA and Tubular equipment can be stored and retrieved from this catalogue type. A Tubular component can be created or imported directly in a catalogue opened from the Data Selector. Data can also be pasted from matching columns in a spreadsheet or imported using the ASCII import wizard. Data created in the Assembly Builder can also be copied into the catalogues
Fluid Catalogues
Fluid Catalogues are used to store Drilling Fluid data used in the engineering modules. A fluid can be created directly in the catalogue or copied in from an Engineering analysis or the Fluid Builder.
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Fluid Material Catalogues
Fluid Material Catalogues are used to store Base Fluids and Weighting Materials used in the composition of Drilling Fluids used in the various Engineering Analyses. A Base Fluid or Weighting Material can only be created in the Catalogue dialog. This can be accessed either from the Data Selector or by selecting in the Fluid Builder.
Catalogue Filtering
The equipment catalogues can be filtered in the Assembly Editor to enable quick selection of items by search criteria. The list returns a list of items that match the filter selected (<100 items). It is then possible to insert or append a selected item from the results into the current assembly.
The filters are applied in the order they are selected. To begin a new search, click on the Clear Filters button. The Nominal Weight and OD values are used only as lookup parameters for searching.
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E - 3D View Summary The 3D View window is launched from the Wellbore dialog and allows the user to interactively examine the current wellbore and any associated offset wellbores within three dimensional space.
3D View Functions
The 3D View window allows the user to interactively examine the current wellbore and any associated offset wellbores within three dimensional space. It is possible to view aspects of the wellbore such as the wellpath, uncertainty ellipses, casing points, comments and targets in a number of standard orientations or to interactively move around these wellbore elements. It is also possible to view other associated data such as geological surfaces and lease boundaries. As the cursor tracks across objects within the view, the panel beneath the view dynamically reports the object, object type, depth and offsets at the cursor position.
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Display and Appearance Options for Wellbore Objects
The following toggle buttons allow different object types to be quickly displayed or hidden within the 3D View. Buttons that have a downward pointing arrow symbol support different appearance options for the object. These different appearance options are accessed by clicking on the downward pointing arrow.
Button
Name
Description
Display Options
Surfaces
Display/hide geological surfaces
1. Complete surfaces 2. Surfaces clipped to view volume
Casing
Display/hide casing
1. Entire string at true scale 2. Entire string at exaggerated scale 3. Casing shoe at true scale 4. Casing shoe at exaggerated scale
Uncertainty
Display/hide positional uncertainty
1. Pipe display style 2. Ellipse display style
Targets
Display/hide drilling targets
1. Undecorated 2. Decorated with target orientation symbols
Wellpaths
Display/hide wellpaths
Formation Tops Display/hide formation intersections Lease Lines
Display/hide lease boundaries
Curtains
Display/hide vertical ’curtains’ along wellpaths
1. With opacity 2. Transparent
Station Markers Display/hide automatic station comments Comments
Display/hide user-defined comments
Labels
Display/hide all labels, including Station Markers and Comments.
Quick Scaling Options
The scale at which certain objects are displayed in the view can be quickly increased or decreased using spinner buttons located to the right of the relevant toggle button. Scaling options are available for Casing, Wellpaths, Intersections and Text objects.
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Display Options for Wellbore Classes
The following toggle buttons allow different wellbore classes to be quickly displayed or hidden within the 3D View. The operation applies to all data associated with the relevant wellbore(s).
Button
Name
Description
Reference
Display/hide the reference wellbore.
Projection
Display/hide projections (Simulated Wellbores)
Offset Actual
Display/hide offset Actual Wellbores.
Offset Planned
Display/hide offset Planned Wellbores.
View Orientation Options
The following toggle buttons allow different wellbore classes to be quickly displayed or hidden within the 3D View.
Button
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Name
Description
Set Home
Once the 3D View has been moved to a preferred viewing orientation, this button allows the viewing orientation to be stored for the duration of the 3D View session. Once stored, the viewing orientation may be returned to by clicking the Home button.
Home
Returns the 3D View to a preferred viewing orientation (if one has been defined via the Set Home button).
View
Provides a selection of standard viewing orientations.
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Other 3D View Options
The following buttons provide options for setting the viewing orientation of the 3D View.
Button
Name Name
Descriptio Descriptio n
Move
Enables click and drag control of movement round the view. Left Mouse Button Drag Drag will rotate the view. Right Mouse Button Drag Drag will pan across the view Middle Mouse Button Drag will Drag will zoom in or out of the view. Push the mouse to zoom out, pull the mouse to zoom in. Zoom in and out can also be performed using the mouse wheel. Note:: A double-click on an object causes the view to center on that object. Note
Select
Allows query of objects within the view by clicking on them. Clicking on an object results in highlighting of the object and ge neration of a label. The highlighting and the label will persist until another object is selected or another 3D function is used.
Zoom to Window
Enables the user to define a rectangular area to zoom to.
Measure
Allows dynamic reporting of distances between a user-specified origin point and the current mouse position within the view. A single c lick and drag within the view will establish the origin point and begin dynamic reporting of the distance. When the drag is completed, the final measurement line and reported distance will remain within the view until cleared via the right-click shortcut menu option.
Perspective Allows the view to be toggled between perspective and orthogonal modes. modes. Scale
Toggles the background scale off and o n.
Auto Au to Upd ate The 3D View automatically updates to reflect any changes to the wellbore. It may be desirable to de-select this option if ma nipulating large numbers of wellbores and/or formations. Save
The following formats are supported: .bmp image .bmp image file .png image .png image file .swz interactive .swz interactive 3D View file.
Mail to…
Creates a new email with an interactive .swz file attached.
Copy
Copies the current view to clipboard for use in other applications.
Orbit
Rotates the view through 360 degrees.
Options
Provides additional display and appearance settings.
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F - Working with Graphs & Plots Graphs in Sysdrill can be manipulated by direct interaction with the graph and by use of standard toolbar functions. Graph Controls
Control
Description
Left Mouse Button Drag Drag
Pan. Move the viewable region of the plot
Middle Mouse Button Scroll
Zoom in and out maintaining aspect ratio
Shift + Middle Mouse Button Scroll
Zoom vertical axis only
Ctrl + Middle Mouse Button Scroll
Zoom horizontal axis only
Middle Mouse Button Click
Reset zoom to plot default
Right Mouse Button Drag Drag
Zoom to window. Zooms plot to a defined rectangular area.
Graph Functions
Button
Name Name
Description Description
Additional Notes Notes
Available for Torque & Drag and Casing Ghost Lines Toggle Ghost Lines (results for Load Cases not currently selected) on or off Analysis Results Graphs Zoom In/Out Zoom in or out maintaining the aspect ratio Reset
Reset the zoom level to the default setting.
Invert Axes
Swap the vertical and horizontal axes.
Grid Lines
Toggle Grid Lines on or off
Save
Save the graph as a .bmp or .png image file
Copy
Copy the graph to the Clipboard in .png To include additional Load Cases the Ghost format Lines option must be selected
To include additional Load Cases the Ghost Lines option must be selected
Edit Legend Edit Graph Legend & Line Styles Legend
Toggle Graph Legend on or off, select placement of Legend
Hold down mouse button to view all options
Formations
Toggle Wellpath Formation Intersection Formation Intersections must be computed Lines on or off for the Wellbore
Casing Shoe Toggle Casing Shoe Markers on or off Comments
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Editing Line Styles
The Graph Legend Editor allows lines to be selected and deselected to improve clarity of the plots. Individual line styles can be edited for colour, line weight, marker, marker colour and marker style
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