14 – Flash X-Rays Can Take the Picture

Shaped charges for oilfield perforation services were initially developed using results of surface penetration tests. Designers relied on their intuition and examination of perforations in steel targets to improve their designs. However, these examinations could not enable evaluation of the numerous factors that affected shaped charge performance. Even when testing Read more

11 – Control the Waves

Companies that offered shaped charge perforation regarded deep perforation depth as crucial for their sales. Some oilfield services companies sought to increase jet penetration to offer a better product than competitors. Determining methods to improve jet penetration became a priority. One way to achieve this goal was to control the Read more