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MARCH 2004

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Hydraulic multi-drop control redefines IC economics

D. Ross
Operators are using hydraulic, multi-dropped intelligent completion systems to maximize output and cut costs in both low-capex and high-capex environments
Intelligent well system succeeds offshore West Africa

J. Constantine
Correct technology selection, as well as careful planning and implementation, ensured successful installation
Optimizing reservoir performance with intelligent wells

M. Konopczynski and A. Ajayi
Considering the benefits derived by maximizing output and reserve recovery, operators can afford to invest in greater utilization

Features

An in-depth analysis shows Caspian oil's potential

R. Collum, Jr., A. Gregorek, A. Sondhi and M. Economides
One area that can compete with the Middle East for large-scale investments is the Caspian Sea region, which has great reserve potential and a key location
Extended casing points in abnormal pressure - drill-in liners

B. Quitzau and C. Leach
Managed pressure liner drilling is an alternative practice that can be used for reducing trouble time and reaching objectives in critical, narrow-margin wells
Key issues and technologies for casing while drilling

A. Pruner
Adoption of this emerging technology is spreading geographically and across applications, thanks to new solutions ranging from rig design to downhole tools
Petroleum Technology Digest: Horizontal waterflooding increases injectivity, speeds recovery

R. V. Westermark, S. Robinowitz and H.V. Weyland
Short-radius drilling has been used to complete horizontal wells for higher injectivity, improved sweep and accelerated recovery
Riser concepts for Mexican deepwater production systems

O. Sertã
Several potential riser systems are available for deepwater, subsea field developments, but selecting one should not be an isolated decision
Rock physics and AVO effects in Mississippian-age rocks

S. Chopra, Y. Li, G. Posehn and D. Vohra
Lambda-Mu-Rho analysis and impedance inversion were used to locate high-porosity zones in shallow carbonates of Saskatchwan's Williston basin
Uses for corrosion-resistant carbon-composite line pipe

D. Poshard
Where environmental and corrosion effects are a concern, or where jointed pipe would be difficult, using this technology can benefit operators
Valhall life of field seismic: Permanent, on-demand 4D

P. Fischer
In a bold commitment, the Vallhall field partners are conducting a time-lapse seismic experiment in a complex geological location

Columns

Editorial Comment

Perry A Fischer, Editor
Doom! The end is near.
Drilling advances

Robert E. Snyder, Executive Eng. Editor
UK supports exploration; LWD formation pressure tester
International Politics

Mayra Rodríguez V., Contributing Editor, South America
Venezuela plays Russia against the US; Brazil finances expansion
What's new in exploration

Perry A. Fischer, Editor
New seismic source; other-world oil
What's new in production

Robert E. Snyder, Executive Eng. Editor
LNG asserts itself

News & Resources

Companies in the news

Vol. 225 No. 3  Tenaris, a supplier of tubular goods and services to the oil and gas industry worldwide, announced that its Siderca seamless pipe operations in Campana, Argentina, were awarded the Japanese Industrial Standards (JIS) quality manag
Industry at a glance

Vol. 225 No. 3   On February 10, OPEC cut its output 1.0 million bopd, effective April 1. January data from IEA indicate that, on a percentage basis, Nigeria has been the worst, large violator, producing 332,000 bopd abov
New products

Vol. 225 No. 3  Forged-steel crankshafts LeTourneau Ellis Williams Company (LEWCO) introduced a line of balanced forged steel replacement crankshafts to fit major brands of mud pumps having input ratings of 1,300, 1,600, or 2,200
People in industry

Vol. 225 No. 3  Baker Hughes Inc. named James R. Clark as president and COO. He joined the company in 2001 as president of Baker Petrolite, and since August 2003 has been VP of marketing and technology for the Baker Hughes. Clark was formerly pre
World of Oil

Kurt S. Abraham, Managing/International Editor

Vol. 225 No. 3  KURT S. ABRAHAM, MANAGING/INTERNATIONAL EDITOR   Click Here for Kurt's Opinion Olmos Block signed up Mexic

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