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The aim is to create a prediction model for extending the drilling length of horizontal wells in natural gas hydrate reservoirs.

Predictive Model on Limit Extension of Horizontal Well Drilling with Riserless Mud Recovery for Gas Hydrates in Offshore Areas

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Randomized trial predicts well drilling limits in offshore gas hydrate reservoirs, suggesting optimization strategies for productivity.

The aim is to create a prediction model for extending the drilling length of horizontal wells in natural gas hydrate reservoirs.
Established a prediction model for friction torque in deepwater drilling strings.
Inverted segmented friction coefficients for hydrate horizontal wells.
Applied findings to the Shenhu hydrate reservoir.
Identified mechanical extreme extension length as the main factor for drilling limit.
Found running limit of the screen pipe significantly impacts extension length.
Determined that the casing friction coefficient in high-build-rate sections is the largest.

Li et al. (2026) studied this question.

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