Yongcun Feng

China University of Petroleum

Dr. Yongcun Feng is a Professor of Petroleum Engineering at the China University of Petroleum. He is a member of the Future Leaders Program of the American Rock Mechanics Association and received a regional Distinguished Achievement Award for Petroleum Engineering Faculty from the Society of Petroleum Engineers. Dr. Feng received his PhD in Petroleum Engineering with a focus on petroleum geomechanics from the University of Texas at Austin, USA. He has published more than fifty technical papers and one book. He serves as an editorial board member for five technical journals. Dr. Feng takes an active role in geomechanics and petroleum engineering societies. He has served as a committee member and session chair for several international conferences.

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Worldwide oil and gas development has shifted from conventional reservoirs to unconventional and deepwater reservoirs, characterized by high pressure, high temperature, ultra-low permeability, and extensively developed natural fractures. This transition to increasingly hostile environments introduces new challenges in well drilling and completion, such as downhole drilling issues, formation damage, and reduced productivity. Aiming to solve the challenges, drilling and completion technologies have excelled greatly in the past two decades. This book covers managed pressure drilling (MPD), the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in refining drilling processes, and the transformative effects of digitalization and automation. Emphasizing efficiency, safety, and environmental responsibility, the book also integrates methods like casing while drilling for improved efficiency, advanced diagnostics for rig safety, stabilization techniques for wellbores in fractured reservoirs, cement sheath integrity maintenance, and the optimization of continuous gas lift. Bridging theoretical concepts with practical applications, the narrative offers insights into both operational techniques and safety strategies, drawing from past experiences. The current state-of-the-art theories, technologies, and practices are covered, bridging the gaps between fundamental theories and engineering applications.

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