An Investigation of Nanoparticles Properties on Water BasedDrilling Fluid Characteristics: A Review

The effectiveness of a drilling fluid is essential for the success of drilling operations. Traditionaladditives used to enhance the properties of drilling fluids can be unreliable and may not be suitable forhigh-pressure, high-temperature (HP-HT) or unconventional environments. This study examines theimpact of nanoparticles (NPs) on various parameters of drilling fluids, including rheological behavior,filtration volume, lubricity, thickness of mud cakes, wellbore stability, thermal effects, and the stabilityof emulsion muds. The concentration, type, size, and shape of NPs, as well as the pH, temperature, andother additives used in the formulation of muds, can all affect the efficiency of NPs. Through thisresearch, we have analyzed the effects of these factors on the characteristics of water-based muds. Thefindings suggest that NPs are more effective in improving drilling fluid characteristics and addressingdrilling operation challenges compared to traditional additives.

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Drilling fluid ، Unconventional condition ، Nanoparticles