The “world’s first AI drilling engineer” is currently in training, a statement sent to Rigzone by energy tech company eDrilling this week revealed. “We’re building collaborative AI companions that ...

The prediction of the rate of penetration (ROP) in drilling engineering is a linchpin for optimising operational efficiency and reducing costs. Recent advances in machine learning have prompted the ...

In Part 1 we discussed why there is rapid expansion of Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) for undergrounding transmission and distribution line; mainly to prevent storm-related and wildfire outages ...

At-a-Glance: The most reliable transition into a drilling engineer role combines short, targeted training (well control + well planning), 2–6 months of rig exposure, and a portfolio that proves you ...

At-a-Glance: Fastest way to directional drilling engineer experience: start as MWD/LWD trainee, log rig time, then step into DD trainee on low-complexity wells; build a portfolio of BHAs, surveys, ...

Rotary steerable, directional-drilling systems increased rate of penetration (ROP) and saved more than 100 days of rig time when used to drill complex 3D wellpaths in the 121/4-in. and 81/2-in. hole ...

Located in one of the country's most resource-rich states, the University of Wyoming's petroleum engineering program is taking bold steps to redefine the future of energy. Our program harnesses the ...

Deep Fission, a California-based nuclear startup, has officially moved from concept to construction. The ...