Numerical study of cutting transport using aerated drilling fluids

Abstract

The paper deals with drilling fluid flow in a horizontal well during its drilling. As part of this work, rheological parameters of water-based drilling fluid with the addition of polymers and a foaming agent were used. Cuttings transport was studied at different degrees of foam aeration. Besides, the paper presents the study of the effects of drilling fluid flow, as well as the rotation of drill pipes on the cuttings transport.