A.I. Bulatov, E.Yu Proselkov, Yu.M Proselkov   Horizontal Drilling. 2008.  424 pages.

The authors show the role of horizontal wells in oil and gas field development, describe  well design and drilling technologies, special-purpose drilling tools and integrated  conductor and horizontal hole path control systems; methods and equipment for horizontal well drilling navigation; theoretical framework for friction engagement of drilling pipes and casings with hole walls. Special emphasis is laid on horizontal well completion and bottomhole screen creation.  The book is intended for students and postgraduates  studying oil and gas engineering, engineers focused on horizontal well design and construction, researchers working to improve directional and horizontal well drilling technologies. To order the book, please contact  (915) 150-00-00.