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How Does Directional Drilling Work?

As seen in the video, the speed and direction with which the drill bit moves determines how deep it drills in directional drilling. To penetrate the earth at the correct depth, you need to lower guide rods into position below the drill. Be sure to attach it to devices that control the rotational speed of the rod.


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Geologists generally oversee equipment use in directional drilling. Their first responsibility is to research the area they wish to drill. To do this, they use methods such as core samples or logistic analysis preceding each drilling operation. They must also estimate how many feet of drill string you need for each depth through a coring method. The technique allows them to take samples from the earth's surface. Geologists will then examine them to determine the earth's geological structure at that location. Suppose they find that specific rock layers are complex enough that it would be impossible for a drill bit to slide through. In this case, they change the drilling route by lowering guide rods. With this, it penetrates through softer clay or looser rock instead. After assessing the area, your geologist starts implementing the directional drilling project.