Local agencies can develop their own SUPERPAVE specifications for asphalt pavement projects by critically reviewing Caltrans' 2015 specifications. The 2015 specs include performance-based requirements for aggregate gradation, asphalt binder content and grade, moisture sensitivity testing using the Hamburg Wheel Tracking Device, density and smoothness standards. Local agencies should identify a pavement expert, develop an action plan and timeline, finalize customized changes based on feedback, and collect data to refine their SUPERPAVE specifications.
Chinook Consulting provides integrated oil and gas services including operations geology, drilling solutions, project management, and personnel and studies. They have over 15 years of experience working on over 5000 projects in Western Canada, the United States, Australia, Europe, North Africa, and Asia. Chinook focuses on unconventional oil and gas development, thermal oil projects, and international exploration and has over 100 clients. Safety is their top priority with an injury-free record and all personnel holding required safety certificates.
Abdul Sattar is a production engineer with over 10 years of experience in oil and gas operations including well completions, drilling, acid stimulations, and well interventions. He is currently working at Pakistan Petroleum Limited supervising various production operations such as well completions, coiled tubing jobs, wireline operations, and slickline work. Previously he worked at Oil and Gas Development Company Limited where he was involved in drilling operations, well completions, and drill stem tests. He has strong technical skills and experience in completion equipment, drilling fluids, and production optimization.
Chinook Consulting provides remote geosteering and drilling optimization services to achieve cost reductions. They centrally manage rigs to establish optimal well paths using real-time data integration and decision making. This improves rates of penetration, reduces drilling times by 20% on average, and optimizes well placement for increased production rates. Clients can choose between different service levels offering increased well supervision and deliverables. Remote geosteering provides significant savings over on-site supervision, especially for multiple rig fleets.
George King: Things to Do Before You Frac that Old WellDaniel Matranga
1. This document discusses factors to consider before fracturing an old well, including evaluating the well's integrity and cement quality, understanding the original well design and changes in use, selecting optimal fracture initiation points, and designing fractures based on formation characteristics.
2. Key aspects of well integrity to examine are the condition of cement barriers, potential for corrosion or channeling behind the casing, and how the well may respond to fracturing. Understanding the era and methods used for original well construction is important context.
3. When designing fractures, considerations include injection rates, pressures, proppant selection and volume, as well as analyzing flowback to understand fracture geometry and reservoir interactions. The goal is an economic refrac that improves
The document summarizes the results of drilling a horizontal well in Kingfisher County, Oklahoma that was drilled from spud to total depth (TD) in only 8.43 days, averaging 1449 ft/day. The well consisted of 4 runs and drilled a total of 12,215 feet over 126.83 hours with an average rate of penetration of 93.07' per hour. The well objectives of drilling from spud to TD in under 10.5 days while maintaining tight geological targets and minimizing sliding and dog legs were achieved, providing value to the client through reduced costs and non-productive time.
Khalid Zerrouki is a well test supervisor and petroleum engineer with over 10 years of experience in well testing operations. He has a degree in petroleum engineering and has worked for companies such as Weatherford, SPETCO Kuwait, and Tetra Technologies. Zerrouki has extensive experience leading well testing teams and performing various well testing jobs, including high pressure and H2S gas wells. He is skilled in well testing equipment and has supervised jobs involving drilling, logging, drill stem tests, and surface well testing equipment.
The document summarizes a project to modify Dike 5 at Folsom Lake through partial removal of the downstream face and construction of new sand and gravel drains to control internal erosion. Key aspects of the project included excavating 40,000 cubic yards of the existing downstream face, installing 1,500 feet of 15-inch toe drain pipe, and placing 18,000 cubic yards of fine sand filter and 2,500 cubic yards of coarse gravel filter. The work was performed between September 2008 and February 2009 using conventional earthmoving equipment as well as a specialized material delivery system to precisely place construction materials.
Local agencies can develop their own SUPERPAVE specifications for asphalt pavement projects by critically reviewing Caltrans' 2015 specifications. The 2015 specs include performance-based requirements for aggregate gradation, asphalt binder content and grade, moisture sensitivity testing using the Hamburg Wheel Tracking Device, density and smoothness standards. Local agencies should identify a pavement expert, develop an action plan and timeline, finalize customized changes based on feedback, and collect data to refine their SUPERPAVE specifications.
Chinook Consulting provides integrated oil and gas services including operations geology, drilling solutions, project management, and personnel and studies. They have over 15 years of experience working on over 5000 projects in Western Canada, the United States, Australia, Europe, North Africa, and Asia. Chinook focuses on unconventional oil and gas development, thermal oil projects, and international exploration and has over 100 clients. Safety is their top priority with an injury-free record and all personnel holding required safety certificates.
Abdul Sattar is a production engineer with over 10 years of experience in oil and gas operations including well completions, drilling, acid stimulations, and well interventions. He is currently working at Pakistan Petroleum Limited supervising various production operations such as well completions, coiled tubing jobs, wireline operations, and slickline work. Previously he worked at Oil and Gas Development Company Limited where he was involved in drilling operations, well completions, and drill stem tests. He has strong technical skills and experience in completion equipment, drilling fluids, and production optimization.
Chinook Consulting provides remote geosteering and drilling optimization services to achieve cost reductions. They centrally manage rigs to establish optimal well paths using real-time data integration and decision making. This improves rates of penetration, reduces drilling times by 20% on average, and optimizes well placement for increased production rates. Clients can choose between different service levels offering increased well supervision and deliverables. Remote geosteering provides significant savings over on-site supervision, especially for multiple rig fleets.
George King: Things to Do Before You Frac that Old WellDaniel Matranga
1. This document discusses factors to consider before fracturing an old well, including evaluating the well's integrity and cement quality, understanding the original well design and changes in use, selecting optimal fracture initiation points, and designing fractures based on formation characteristics.
2. Key aspects of well integrity to examine are the condition of cement barriers, potential for corrosion or channeling behind the casing, and how the well may respond to fracturing. Understanding the era and methods used for original well construction is important context.
3. When designing fractures, considerations include injection rates, pressures, proppant selection and volume, as well as analyzing flowback to understand fracture geometry and reservoir interactions. The goal is an economic refrac that improves
The document summarizes the results of drilling a horizontal well in Kingfisher County, Oklahoma that was drilled from spud to total depth (TD) in only 8.43 days, averaging 1449 ft/day. The well consisted of 4 runs and drilled a total of 12,215 feet over 126.83 hours with an average rate of penetration of 93.07' per hour. The well objectives of drilling from spud to TD in under 10.5 days while maintaining tight geological targets and minimizing sliding and dog legs were achieved, providing value to the client through reduced costs and non-productive time.
Khalid Zerrouki is a well test supervisor and petroleum engineer with over 10 years of experience in well testing operations. He has a degree in petroleum engineering and has worked for companies such as Weatherford, SPETCO Kuwait, and Tetra Technologies. Zerrouki has extensive experience leading well testing teams and performing various well testing jobs, including high pressure and H2S gas wells. He is skilled in well testing equipment and has supervised jobs involving drilling, logging, drill stem tests, and surface well testing equipment.
The document summarizes a project to modify Dike 5 at Folsom Lake through partial removal of the downstream face and construction of new sand and gravel drains to control internal erosion. Key aspects of the project included excavating 40,000 cubic yards of the existing downstream face, installing 1,500 feet of 15-inch toe drain pipe, and placing 18,000 cubic yards of fine sand filter and 2,500 cubic yards of coarse gravel filter. The work was performed between September 2008 and February 2009 using conventional earthmoving equipment as well as a specialized material delivery system to precisely place construction materials.
This document discusses pile foundations. Piles are structural members made of materials like steel, concrete, or timber that are driven into the ground to support buildings on weak soils. There are two main types of piles: end bearing piles that extend to bedrock, and friction piles that gain support through friction in the soil when no bedrock is present. Pile caps are used to distribute loads from the structure to multiple piles. Reinforcement in the pile cap resists tensile and shear forces. The document provides schematics and comparisons of different pile foundation construction methods.
The pile foundation uses piles to support walls, piers, and other structures. Piles can be placed individually or in clusters. Piles are used when loose soil extends to great depths, and transfer structural loads to harder soils below through end bearing and side friction. Common pile materials include timber, steel, and concrete. Piles can be load bearing, transmitting loads through end bearing and side friction, or non-load bearing, used as retaining walls or sheeting. Pile capacity is assessed through field load tests or theoretical calculations based on soil properties.
Impact driving of large piles/monopiles - contributions from pile driving mon...Cathie Associates
Presentation by Rui Silvano, Senior Project Engineer, Cathie Associates
at Future Foundations Forum in Bremen, Germany - 5 Nov 2015
Is the energy transmitted to the monopile as high as we believe?
Soil resistance increases with time after driving in sand: What is dynamic pile testing telling us? How does it compare with recently published trends?
An insight into noise generation through numerical modeling. Can we reduce the noise at the source?
This document provides information about pile foundations. Pile foundations are used when the soil cannot support building loads and piles are driven deep into the ground until they reach a bearing stratum. Piles can be made of timber, concrete, or steel. They transfer loads from the building to the stronger subsurface layer. The document discusses different types of piles including end bearing and friction piles and explains how pile caps are reinforced to resist tensile and shear forces from heavy loads. Diagrams show how pile foundations are arranged and how piles transmit loads into the ground.
This document provides an overview of ASCE Utility Standards and subsurface utility engineering (SUE). It discusses:
- The chair and involvement of Jim Anspach in several ASCE committees related to utility standards.
- The large network of underground utilities in the US and challenges with incomplete or inaccurate legacy utility records.
- The evolution of SUE from early practices of relying on limited records to modern techniques like surface geophysics and ground truthing utilities.
- The development and importance of ASCE 38 in standardizing how utilities are depicted and classified by quality level, protecting engineers and allowing stakeholders to manage risks.
- Other initiatives to further standardize utility mapping and "as-built" documentation through
civil enginnering industrial training report KRISHNA MURARI
The document summarizes the industrial training completed at the Vinod Nagar Station Yard project site for the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation. Key activities included construction of the double deck stabling yard and boundary wall. For the stabling yard, bored cast-in-situ pile foundations were used, involving surveying, boring holes with a rig, installing casing pipes, adding bentonite solution, lowering the reinforcement cage, flushing, and filling with concrete. Tests were performed on site and in the lab on materials like concrete and soil. The training provided insights into metro construction processes.
Types of Foundation..Sana may matutunan po tayo !Ricko Guerrero
There are two main types of foundation systems - shallow and deep. Shallow foundations include spread footings and mat/raft foundations. Spread footings are individual slabs under columns and walls that spread the structural load over a broad area. Mat/raft foundations use a continuous slab over the entire loaded area and are often used for structures with high or irregular loads. Deep foundations include piles, piers, caissons and compensated foundations that extend below the building. Piles transfer structural loads to stronger soils at depth using end bearing or friction along the pile. Common pile types include concrete, steel and timber piles.
Presentation by Professor John S. McCartney, PhD, PE, an Associate Professor at UCSD, Department of Structural Engineering, for the Geo Institute of ASCE Orange County Section.
This document discusses deep foundations and pile design. It begins by explaining why deep foundations are needed when near surface soils are inadequate or there are concerns about settlement. It then describes the main types of deep foundations - driven piles, bored concrete piles, and other alternatives like driven cast in situ piles. Specific pile materials and installation methods are outlined for different pile types. The document also covers site investigation considerations, design aspects like geotechnical strength calculations, and factors of safety.
This document provides information on rapid transit systems in India. It discusses that rapid transit consists of bus, metro, monorail and light rail systems which generally operate on exclusive rights-of-way. The first rapid transit system in India was the Kolkata Metro in 1984. Growing populations in Indian cities have led to a shift from private to public transportation with metro rail lines now present in several major cities. Delhi Metro commenced operations in 2002 and now has over 140 stations with a total length of 193 kilometers. Bus Rapid Transit systems have also been implemented in cities like Pune and Delhi to provide fast, reliable public transportation.
The Delhi Metro is a rapid transit system serving Delhi and surrounding areas with a total network length of 183.7 km and 140 stations, including 35 underground stations. It has an average daily ridership of 1.5 million passengers. The network consists of six color-coded lines: Red, Yellow, Blue, Green, Violet, and an Airport Express line, with plans to expand to 413 km by 2021. It is managed by the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation.
Bridge rehabilitation covers many complex engineering problems and economic issues. It involves repairing, strengthening, or replacing existing bridges to improve their structural condition and functional capabilities. The main factors that can lead to bridge deterioration include inner bridge factors like design flaws; traffic load factors from increasing vehicle loads and speeds; weather and environmental factors such as pollution and temperature fluctuations; and inadequate maintenance. Bridge rehabilitation aims to address deterioration from these sources and extend the usable life of bridges.
Pile driving problems and solutions by Dr. Malek Smadi of GEOTILLDr. Malek Smadi
GEOTILL Engineering (www.geotill.com) is Industry leading provider of Specialty Deep Foundations (drilled shafts, augercast piles, driven piling), Ground Improvement (soil-cement columns, vibro stone columns, compaction grouting, etc.), and Earth Retention Systems (cantilever soldier pile retaining walls, secant pile shoring, slurry walls, tie backs, etc.) throughout the United States on Commercial, Industrial, Electrical Transmission, Heavy Highway, and Heavy Civil type construction projects. Value Engineering and Design-Build Turnkey Solutions for any type of soil, loading, or limited access condition. Geotill has six locations Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky and Missouri.
The document provides information about drilling and production wells. It discusses how a production well is drilled using a drilling rig located on an offshore production platform. It then describes the multi-stage drilling process where casing pipes are installed and cemented as drilling progresses to greater depths. Different components of the drilling system like the drill bit, drill pipes, and casing are also explained. The document concludes with discussing the typical sequence of drilling operations.
The document discusses different types of pile foundations. It begins by explaining that pile foundations transfer structural loads through weak soil layers to stronger layers below. It then describes different types of piles based on their function (load bearing, sheet), material (wood, concrete, steel), and installation method (driven, precast). Key points covered include how end bearing, friction, and composite piles transmit loads differently. The document also lists situations where pile foundations are necessary and advantages/disadvantages of different pile materials.
Foundation systems can be either shallow or deep. Shallow foundations include spread footings and slab-on-grade foundations that are embedded a meter or less into the soil. Deep foundations such as piles extend further underground through weak topsoil to reach stronger subsoil layers. Pile drivers are mechanical devices that use raised weights, hydraulics, or diesel hammers to drive piles into the ground to provide deep foundation support. Modern foundation installation equipment includes vibratory hammers, hydraulic presses, and piling rigs of varying sizes suited for different pile diameters and depths.
Shallow foundation(by indrajit mitra)01Indrajit Ind
Shallow foundations transmit structural loads to near-surface soils and are used when the upper soil layer is sufficiently strong. They include spread, combined, strap, and raft foundations. Design considers factors like bearing capacity, settlement, and water table effects. Plate load tests determine ultimate capacity and settlement by measuring pressure-displacement curves. Terzaghi's theory and IS codes provide design guidance.
The document discusses the design of staircases. It begins by defining key components of staircases like treads, risers, stringers, etc. It then describes different types of staircases such as straight, doglegged, and spiral. The document outlines considerations for designing staircases like dimensions, loads, and structural behavior. It provides steps for geometric design, load calculations, structural analysis, reinforcement design, and detailing of staircases. Numerical examples are also included to illustrate the design process.
This technical presentation provides an overview of horizontal directional drilling (HDD) technology and how it can help develop secure pipeline infrastructure in Nigeria. HDD involves drilling a pilot hole underground at a slight angle and enlarging the hole to pull pipelines through, allowing for land/water/road crossings with minimal environmental impact. The presentation outlines factors affecting pipeline development in Nigeria, HDD applications, procedures like site preparation and pullback, required equipment, and benefits like protection from damage. HDD can help address challenges like vandalization through deep burial of pipelines.
Foundations transfer structural loads from buildings and bridges to the ground below. There are two main types: shallow foundations, such as spread or strip footings placed on compacted soil below the frost line; and deep foundations like piles that transfer loads through friction or end bearing. Pile foundations include driven piles made of timber, concrete or steel that are installed using pile driving equipment like hammers, leads and compressors. Pile capacity is evaluated through dynamic testing with Pile Driving Analyzers and static pile load tests. Driving records document the installation of each pile.
This document discusses pile foundations. Piles are structural members made of materials like steel, concrete, or timber that are driven into the ground to support buildings on weak soils. There are two main types of piles: end bearing piles that extend to bedrock, and friction piles that gain support through friction in the soil when no bedrock is present. Pile caps are used to distribute loads from the structure to multiple piles. Reinforcement in the pile cap resists tensile and shear forces. The document provides schematics and comparisons of different pile foundation construction methods.
The pile foundation uses piles to support walls, piers, and other structures. Piles can be placed individually or in clusters. Piles are used when loose soil extends to great depths, and transfer structural loads to harder soils below through end bearing and side friction. Common pile materials include timber, steel, and concrete. Piles can be load bearing, transmitting loads through end bearing and side friction, or non-load bearing, used as retaining walls or sheeting. Pile capacity is assessed through field load tests or theoretical calculations based on soil properties.
Impact driving of large piles/monopiles - contributions from pile driving mon...Cathie Associates
Presentation by Rui Silvano, Senior Project Engineer, Cathie Associates
at Future Foundations Forum in Bremen, Germany - 5 Nov 2015
Is the energy transmitted to the monopile as high as we believe?
Soil resistance increases with time after driving in sand: What is dynamic pile testing telling us? How does it compare with recently published trends?
An insight into noise generation through numerical modeling. Can we reduce the noise at the source?
This document provides information about pile foundations. Pile foundations are used when the soil cannot support building loads and piles are driven deep into the ground until they reach a bearing stratum. Piles can be made of timber, concrete, or steel. They transfer loads from the building to the stronger subsurface layer. The document discusses different types of piles including end bearing and friction piles and explains how pile caps are reinforced to resist tensile and shear forces from heavy loads. Diagrams show how pile foundations are arranged and how piles transmit loads into the ground.
This document provides an overview of ASCE Utility Standards and subsurface utility engineering (SUE). It discusses:
- The chair and involvement of Jim Anspach in several ASCE committees related to utility standards.
- The large network of underground utilities in the US and challenges with incomplete or inaccurate legacy utility records.
- The evolution of SUE from early practices of relying on limited records to modern techniques like surface geophysics and ground truthing utilities.
- The development and importance of ASCE 38 in standardizing how utilities are depicted and classified by quality level, protecting engineers and allowing stakeholders to manage risks.
- Other initiatives to further standardize utility mapping and "as-built" documentation through
civil enginnering industrial training report KRISHNA MURARI
The document summarizes the industrial training completed at the Vinod Nagar Station Yard project site for the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation. Key activities included construction of the double deck stabling yard and boundary wall. For the stabling yard, bored cast-in-situ pile foundations were used, involving surveying, boring holes with a rig, installing casing pipes, adding bentonite solution, lowering the reinforcement cage, flushing, and filling with concrete. Tests were performed on site and in the lab on materials like concrete and soil. The training provided insights into metro construction processes.
Types of Foundation..Sana may matutunan po tayo !Ricko Guerrero
There are two main types of foundation systems - shallow and deep. Shallow foundations include spread footings and mat/raft foundations. Spread footings are individual slabs under columns and walls that spread the structural load over a broad area. Mat/raft foundations use a continuous slab over the entire loaded area and are often used for structures with high or irregular loads. Deep foundations include piles, piers, caissons and compensated foundations that extend below the building. Piles transfer structural loads to stronger soils at depth using end bearing or friction along the pile. Common pile types include concrete, steel and timber piles.
Presentation by Professor John S. McCartney, PhD, PE, an Associate Professor at UCSD, Department of Structural Engineering, for the Geo Institute of ASCE Orange County Section.
This document discusses deep foundations and pile design. It begins by explaining why deep foundations are needed when near surface soils are inadequate or there are concerns about settlement. It then describes the main types of deep foundations - driven piles, bored concrete piles, and other alternatives like driven cast in situ piles. Specific pile materials and installation methods are outlined for different pile types. The document also covers site investigation considerations, design aspects like geotechnical strength calculations, and factors of safety.
This document provides information on rapid transit systems in India. It discusses that rapid transit consists of bus, metro, monorail and light rail systems which generally operate on exclusive rights-of-way. The first rapid transit system in India was the Kolkata Metro in 1984. Growing populations in Indian cities have led to a shift from private to public transportation with metro rail lines now present in several major cities. Delhi Metro commenced operations in 2002 and now has over 140 stations with a total length of 193 kilometers. Bus Rapid Transit systems have also been implemented in cities like Pune and Delhi to provide fast, reliable public transportation.
The Delhi Metro is a rapid transit system serving Delhi and surrounding areas with a total network length of 183.7 km and 140 stations, including 35 underground stations. It has an average daily ridership of 1.5 million passengers. The network consists of six color-coded lines: Red, Yellow, Blue, Green, Violet, and an Airport Express line, with plans to expand to 413 km by 2021. It is managed by the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation.
Bridge rehabilitation covers many complex engineering problems and economic issues. It involves repairing, strengthening, or replacing existing bridges to improve their structural condition and functional capabilities. The main factors that can lead to bridge deterioration include inner bridge factors like design flaws; traffic load factors from increasing vehicle loads and speeds; weather and environmental factors such as pollution and temperature fluctuations; and inadequate maintenance. Bridge rehabilitation aims to address deterioration from these sources and extend the usable life of bridges.
Pile driving problems and solutions by Dr. Malek Smadi of GEOTILLDr. Malek Smadi
GEOTILL Engineering (www.geotill.com) is Industry leading provider of Specialty Deep Foundations (drilled shafts, augercast piles, driven piling), Ground Improvement (soil-cement columns, vibro stone columns, compaction grouting, etc.), and Earth Retention Systems (cantilever soldier pile retaining walls, secant pile shoring, slurry walls, tie backs, etc.) throughout the United States on Commercial, Industrial, Electrical Transmission, Heavy Highway, and Heavy Civil type construction projects. Value Engineering and Design-Build Turnkey Solutions for any type of soil, loading, or limited access condition. Geotill has six locations Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky and Missouri.
The document provides information about drilling and production wells. It discusses how a production well is drilled using a drilling rig located on an offshore production platform. It then describes the multi-stage drilling process where casing pipes are installed and cemented as drilling progresses to greater depths. Different components of the drilling system like the drill bit, drill pipes, and casing are also explained. The document concludes with discussing the typical sequence of drilling operations.
The document discusses different types of pile foundations. It begins by explaining that pile foundations transfer structural loads through weak soil layers to stronger layers below. It then describes different types of piles based on their function (load bearing, sheet), material (wood, concrete, steel), and installation method (driven, precast). Key points covered include how end bearing, friction, and composite piles transmit loads differently. The document also lists situations where pile foundations are necessary and advantages/disadvantages of different pile materials.
Foundation systems can be either shallow or deep. Shallow foundations include spread footings and slab-on-grade foundations that are embedded a meter or less into the soil. Deep foundations such as piles extend further underground through weak topsoil to reach stronger subsoil layers. Pile drivers are mechanical devices that use raised weights, hydraulics, or diesel hammers to drive piles into the ground to provide deep foundation support. Modern foundation installation equipment includes vibratory hammers, hydraulic presses, and piling rigs of varying sizes suited for different pile diameters and depths.
Shallow foundation(by indrajit mitra)01Indrajit Ind
Shallow foundations transmit structural loads to near-surface soils and are used when the upper soil layer is sufficiently strong. They include spread, combined, strap, and raft foundations. Design considers factors like bearing capacity, settlement, and water table effects. Plate load tests determine ultimate capacity and settlement by measuring pressure-displacement curves. Terzaghi's theory and IS codes provide design guidance.
The document discusses the design of staircases. It begins by defining key components of staircases like treads, risers, stringers, etc. It then describes different types of staircases such as straight, doglegged, and spiral. The document outlines considerations for designing staircases like dimensions, loads, and structural behavior. It provides steps for geometric design, load calculations, structural analysis, reinforcement design, and detailing of staircases. Numerical examples are also included to illustrate the design process.
This technical presentation provides an overview of horizontal directional drilling (HDD) technology and how it can help develop secure pipeline infrastructure in Nigeria. HDD involves drilling a pilot hole underground at a slight angle and enlarging the hole to pull pipelines through, allowing for land/water/road crossings with minimal environmental impact. The presentation outlines factors affecting pipeline development in Nigeria, HDD applications, procedures like site preparation and pullback, required equipment, and benefits like protection from damage. HDD can help address challenges like vandalization through deep burial of pipelines.
Foundations transfer structural loads from buildings and bridges to the ground below. There are two main types: shallow foundations, such as spread or strip footings placed on compacted soil below the frost line; and deep foundations like piles that transfer loads through friction or end bearing. Pile foundations include driven piles made of timber, concrete or steel that are installed using pile driving equipment like hammers, leads and compressors. Pile capacity is evaluated through dynamic testing with Pile Driving Analyzers and static pile load tests. Driving records document the installation of each pile.
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Drilling Engineering
Class 8
1
Casing
• What is casing?
• Pipe that is API certified for its specific application
• Why is casing set?
• Zonal Isolation when cemented in place
• Casing point selection
• Regulations
• Area Geology
• Formation Pressures
• As the operator, who decides on casing points?
2
Casing
• API casing is available in standard sizes from 4-1/2” to 20” OD
• Usually steel but can be aluminum, fiberglass, stainless steel,
plastic, titanium etc.
• One piece of casing pipe is referred to as a “joint” of casing
• Casing length is dependent on the “range” of pipe
• Range-1: 18-22ft
• Range-2: 27-30ft
• Range-3: 38-45ft
• Casing Threads are defined by the coupling type
• API Threads
• LTC: Long thread coupling
• STC: Short thread coupling
• BTC: Buttress thread coupling
• Semi & Premium Threads
• See VAM Presentation
3
Casing
• Casing Components
• Casing
• Size, Weight, Grade, Threads
• 9-5/8" 53.5# P-110 LTC Rg 3
• See Casing Data Chart
• What is Drift Diameter?
• Pup Joints
• Float Collars
• Float Shoe
• Guide Shoe
• Centralizers
• Baskets
• Scratchers/Scrapers
4
Casing
• Running Casing
• Bales/Elevators
• Power Tongs
• Torque Turn
• Calculate weight and Hookload HL
• Calculate collapse, how often should you fill the pipe?
• Is the pipe taking the proper amount of fluid to fill? CSGcap
• Is the proper amount of fluid coming back to the pits as the
casing is run in the hole? CSGcap & CSGdisp
• Once casing is landed, circulated mud. Calculate B/U
5
Casing
• Centralization
• Vertical Wells
• Never truly vertical, usually spiral
• Typically use bow spring type centralizers
• There are state regulations on centralizer placement
• The shoe is very important to be centralized
• Horizontal Wells
• Balance between too many and not enough centralizers
• Many types: rigid, floating, bow spring, bladed, spiral bladed, etc.
• Centralizer design software can model the well as drilled and suggest
centralizer placement
• High dogleg areas need more frequent centralizers to obtain
sufficient standoff
6
Casing
• Stand-off
• Pipe Stand-off is a major contributor to hole cleaning, mud
removal, and cement quality.
• % 𝑆𝑡𝑎𝑛𝑑𝑜𝑓𝑓 = ൗ𝑊𝑛 𝑅2−𝑅1 ∗ 100%
7
Casing
• Stand-off
• The Stand-off formula results a percentage, where 0% represents
the pipe in contact with the wellbore wall. 100% represents the
pipe is perfectly centered in the well.
• When the pipe is not centered, the wider portions will promote
flow due to less resistance. There can be pockets of cuttings or
mud in the tighter areas causing
This document summarizes a presentation on incorporating pile setup capacity in the design of driven steel pipe piles at Fort Hills. It discusses the mechanisms of pile setup in sand, literature on predicting setup, pile designs and load tests at Fort Hills, interpreting pile driving analyzer test data to estimate setup, and applying setup to pile design. The conclusion recommends considering an average 60% setup over 40 days for similar soil and considering 10% production pile testing to confirm setup before finalizing pile lengths.
The ASCE-Orange County Geo-Institute (GI) hosted a luncheon on August 16, 2016 at the University of California, Irvine (UCI) University Club. The luncheon consisted of a presentation on the geotechnical design aspects of the Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) project. ARTIC is a uniquely designed public transportation facility in Anaheim, California that provides rail, bus, taxi and other services for daily commuters, visitors, and leisure travelers. The presentation was given by Mr. Allen Yourman, PE, GE, who is a Principal Engineer and co-founder of Diaz●Yourman & Associates, Inc. in Santa Ana, California.
Influence of deep foundation installation methods morgan nesmithcfpbolivia
This document discusses different deep foundation installation methods including precast piles, cast-in-place foundations like drilled shafts, augered cast-in-place piles, and drilled displacement piles. It provides details on factors that influence foundation performance like the installation method and material used. Specific pile types and installation considerations for different soil conditions are described.
This document discusses the benefits of Cold In-Place Recycling (CIR) and Full Depth Reclamation (FDR) for road construction and rehabilitation. CIR and FDR involve pulverizing the existing asphalt pavement and a portion of the base materials, mixing them with stabilizing additives, and compacting them to form a new stabilized flexible base that provides increased structural integrity and moisture resistance compared to traditional granular bases. The document emphasizes that CIR and FDR are more cost-effective alternatives to full removal and replacement of roads, and help to create stronger and more sustainable roads for future generations.
Foundations transfer structural loads to the ground and include shallow foundations, such as spread footings, and deep foundations, such as piles. Piles are driven or drilled deep into the ground to gain bearing capacity from end-bearing or skin friction along their length. Pile driving involves using equipment like hammers, leads, and compressors to install piles, and dynamic testing helps evaluate pile capacity and optimize the driving system. Pile load tests provide a direct measurement of a pile's axial capacity. Proper installation and inspection techniques help ensure foundations perform as designed.
This document discusses several project considerations for pipe bursting projects, including:
- What types of pipes can be burst (fracturable like clay vs non-fracturable like steel)
- Factors like soil conditions, depth of existing line, length of burst, new pipe material selection, and current video of the existing line.
- It also addresses common questions around bursting and notes pneumatic, static, impactor and compact are different bursting system options.
This document provides information on directional drilling best practices for planning and installing pipelines. It discusses the trenchless technology process, including drilling a pilot hole, prereaming, and pulling the pipeline back through the reamed hole. Key considerations for directional drilling projects are described, such as drill path design, required work areas, and feasibility factors like pipe diameter, length, and subsurface conditions. Historical uses and evolution of directional drilling technology over the last few decades are also summarized.
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Recent Trends in Pile Foundations Auger Cast Piles for Low Noise / Low Vibration
1. Recent Trends in Pile Foundations
Auger Cast Piles for
Low Noise / Low Vibration
Presenter: Nick Briffa, PE
Group Delta Consultants
Presented to:
ASCE Orange County Geo-Institute
3. Auger Cast – Continuous Flight Auger
(CFA)
• Continuous Hollow
Screw Auger
• Genrates spoils
• Designed like CIDH
• No displacement
• Not common in Calif
4. Need for Auger Cast Piles
• Soft Clay Site
• High Groundwater
• Surcharge improvement not always possible
• Sound restrictions for driven piles
• Environmental restrictions for drilled piles
• Contaminated Groundwater/soil (no cuttings)
5. Auger Displacement Pile (ADP)
• Solid lead with
Displacement Tip
• Generates little spoils
• Designed like Driven
Pile
• Displacement
• Most common in Calif
• Morris-Shea, Condon-
Johnson, Malcolm,
Berkel
7. Goal of Previous Test Programs
by Group Delta
• Test Program for Agency Acceptance
• Replacement for Driven 14” Concrete Piles
• 180-200 Kip Design Loads
• 70-100 Kip Liquefaction Down-drag loads
• 500-600 Kip Ultimate Capacity
• Over 50 Load Tests to date
11. QC - Installation
Record
• Improvement from standard
record
• Real-Time plots of torque, grout
pressure and grout take with
depth (not time)
• Field Verification of embedment
depth into target layer
• Torque in absolute Kip-ft
12. DeWaal Pile
• Open System
• Concrete
Gravity
• Conc Feed
Pressure by
tremmie head
14. Torque as a Target Indicator
• Absolute torque analogous to driving energy
• Dense Sand/Gravel indicated by 60 Ft-Kips
• Good correlation with CPT Qc
• Useful for Installation / End Bearing
Verification
27. ADP Conclusions
• Local Agency Acceptance (DSA, City)
• Torque good indicator of bearing (60 ft-kips) –
independent of auger type
• Electronic Monitoring improved QC and installation
verification – better than Gamma or HighStrain
• Monitored Grout increment should be no more than
2 feet
• Long Term Testing at ultimate load – long term creep
• Pile Exhumation verified monitoring and NDT