Drill Bits for Energy Industry
- 1st Edition - March 1, 2026
- Authors: Paul Pastusek, Robert (Bob) P. Radtke, Hani Ibrahim
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 3 6 7 7 9 - 3
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 3 6 7 8 0 - 9
Drill Bits for Energy Industry is an essential reference book that explores the properties, evolution, and complexities of drill bit technology. Designed to aid readers in master… Read more
Drill Bits for Energy Industry is an essential reference book that explores the properties, evolution, and complexities of drill bit technology. Designed to aid readers in mastering bit selection and optimizing efficient drilling practices, this book provides a comprehensive understanding of the advancements and fundamentals in drill bit technology, history, and properties that have shaped the drilling industry throughout time. Authored by drilling experts, this invaluable resource covers bit design, selection processes for roller cone and PDC Bits, specialty bits, coring techniques, drill string components, operating parameters, performance evaluation, drill string dynamics, and emerging technologies.
It serves as a cornerstone for university students and drilling engineers, equipping them with the knowledge needed to optimize drilling practices in the pursuit of sustainable energy solutions.
It serves as a cornerstone for university students and drilling engineers, equipping them with the knowledge needed to optimize drilling practices in the pursuit of sustainable energy solutions.
- Explores the history, operating theory, and evolution of drill bits, providing a comprehensive understanding of the properties, advancements, and performance of various types of bits critical for operational efficiency while reducing costs and emissions
- Analyzes design features and types of drill bits, offering insights into the selection process for different drilling applications
- Evaluates the operating theory of drill bits and bottom hole assembly (BHA) components, establishing a solid foundation for readers to adapt and apply to meet specific needs in drilling engineering
- Discusses the importance of emerging technologies in optimizing drilling operations for geothermal energy, energy harvesting and environmental sustainability and CO2 injection
- Demonstrates the critical role of drilling to a sustainable energy mix of the future
University students in geoengineering, mechanical and petroleum engineering, and related disciplines; Energy industry professionals in the geothermal sector seeking to expand their knowledge of pertinent oilfield technology and tools needed to advance and accelerate geothermal energy and sustainable geo-energy practices worldwide
1. History of drill bits
2. Drilling operations overview
3. Drill bit types and design features
4. Roller cone bit selection
5. PDC bit selection
6. Speciality bits
7. Introduction to coring
8. Drill string components
9. Operating parameters
10. Performance evaluation
11. Drill string dynamics
12. Emerging technologies and future implications
2. Drilling operations overview
3. Drill bit types and design features
4. Roller cone bit selection
5. PDC bit selection
6. Speciality bits
7. Introduction to coring
8. Drill string components
9. Operating parameters
10. Performance evaluation
11. Drill string dynamics
12. Emerging technologies and future implications
- Edition: 1
- Published: March 1, 2026
- Language: English
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Paul Pastusek
Paul has a BSME from Texas A&M University and an MBA from the University of Houston. He has 46 years' relentlessly redesigning experience. He is a Registered Professional Engineer, holds 42 US patents, and has delivered over 75 papers and presentations on drilling technology and is using that expertise to facilitate drilling tech transfer. Paul is a recognized drilling mechanics Subject Matter Expert. Among his many awards, Paul was a 2022-2023 SPE Distinguished Lecturer (Auto Driller Control Systems), a 2020 SPE International Drilling Engineering Award and the 2017 SPE Gulf Coast Drilling Engineering Award.
Paul has demonstrated a longstanding commitment to providing deep technical training and support for Drilling Engineers and rig personnel . He is widely recognized as a mentor for the industry, leading efforts to upgrade the IADC dull grading system and co-founder of the Open Source Drilling Community (OSDC) .
Affiliations and expertise
Co-founder, Open Source Drilling Community (OSDC), USARR
Robert (Bob) P. Radtke
Robert (Bob) Radtke is the retired president of Technology International Inc where he pioneered many downhole seismic applications. He has a BS in Material Science and Engineering from The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Bob holds 15 patents related to drill bit and drilling innovations. He has participated in a number of industry projects including one with the NETL project designed to reduce drilling costs, and delivered numerous industry workshops including hosting a SPE Emerging Technology Workshop and an AAPG initiative on Seismic While Drilling (SWD).
Affiliations and expertise
Retired President, Technology International Inc, USAHI
Hani Ibrahim
Hani Ibrahim has over 44 years of expertise working in diverse well construction design and drilling tools across the world, including 5 years working in renewables (geothermal energy). He has garnered international industry and management experience with XGS Energy, Unocal, Petrofina, QGPC, Hughes Christensen, ReedHycalog, Smith International, Schlumberger, Quantico, and H&P. He has two patents, 12 SPE papers, and is an active member of the IADC Technical Publications Committee book. Hani is acting Communications Chair for SPE’s Drilling Systems Automation Technical Section (DSATS), a President’s Award recipient, Smith International, and an Orange Belt in Continuous Improvement (change management and six sigma).
Affiliations and expertise
Operation Director, XGS Energy, IADC Technical Publications Committee Member, SPE Drilling Systems Automation Technical Section (DSATS) Communications Chair, USA