The Effect of Wellbore Curvature on Tubular Buckling and Lockup

1995 ◽  
Vol 117 (3) ◽  
pp. 214-218 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Wu ◽  
H. C. Juvkam-Wold
Keyword(s):  
Laboratory Experiments ◽  
Horizontal Wells ◽  
Buckling Load ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Buckling Loads ◽  
Compressive Loads ◽  
Helical Buckling ◽  
Outer Curve

This paper studies tubular buckling in curved wellbores (such as the build section of horizontal wells) and its effect on tubular “lockup” in horizontal or extended-reach wells. New buckling load equations are derived to properly predict tubular sinusoidal and helical buckling in such wellbores. The results show that the buckling loads to initiate sinusoidal and helical buckling of tubulars in curved wellbores are usually much larger than those in straight wellbores. This is because the curved wellbore tends to hold the axially compressed tubular against the outer-curve side of the wellbore. The tubular becomes less easy to buckle until higher axial compressive loads are applied. Less tubular lockup risk is then predicted for tubulars in horizontal or extended-reach wells by using the new buckling load equations. The new buckling loads in curved wellbores agree with those in straight wellbores when wellbore curvature approaches zero. Small-scale laboratory experiments also confirmed these theoretically derived buckling loads.

Helical Buckling of Pipes in Extended Reach and Horizontal Wells—Part 1: Preventing Helical Buckling

1993 ◽  
Vol 115 (3) ◽  
pp. 190-195 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Wu ◽  
H. C. Juvkam-Wold ◽  
R. Lu
Keyword(s):  
Theoretical Analysis ◽  
Current Literature ◽  
Laboratory Experiments ◽  
Development Process ◽  
Theoretical Study ◽  
Horizontal Wells ◽  
Buckling Load ◽  
New Equation ◽  
Sinusoidal Buckling ◽  
Helical Buckling

This paper studies the helical buckling of pipes (drillstring and tubing) in extended reach and horizontal wells, theoretically and experimentally, resulting in new equations to correctly predict and effectively prevent the helical buckling of pipes in such wells. The theoretical study shows that the so-called helical buckling load that appears in the current literature is only the average axial load in the helical buckling development process. The laboratory experiments confirm the theoretical analysis. The new helical buckling load equations are formulated by combining the theoretical analysis and the experimental results, thereby resolving the existing assumption-and result inconsistency in the current literature. The new equation predicts the true helical buckling load to be about 1.3 times the so-called helical buckling load in the current literature, and about 1.8 times the critical buckling load that predicts the onset of sinusoidal buckling. Consequently, larger bit weights or packer setting loads can be applied to increase the drilling rate or to ensure a proper seal, before the helical buckling of the pipes can occur.

Critical Buckling Load of Triple-Walled Carbon Nanotube Based on Nonlocal Elasticity Theory

2020 ◽  
Vol 62 ◽  
pp. 108-119
Author(s):  
Tayeb Bensattalah ◽  
Ahmed Hamidi ◽  
Khaled Bouakkaz ◽  
Mohamed Zidour ◽  
Tahar Hassaine Daouadji
Keyword(s):  
Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Carbon Nanotube ◽  
Axial Compression ◽  
Buckling Load ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Beam Model ◽  
Buckling Loads ◽  
Critical Buckling Load ◽  
Nonlocal Continuum Theory ◽  
Walled Carbon Nanotubes

The present paper investigates the nonlocal buckling of Zigzag Triple-walled carbon nanotubes (TWCNTs) under axial compression with both chirality and small scale effects. Based on the nonlocal continuum theory and the Timoshenko beam model, the governing equations are derived and the critical buckling loads under axial compression are obtained. The TWCNTs are considered as three nanotube shells coupled through the van der Waals interaction between them. The results show that the critical buckling load can be overestimated by the local beam model if the small-scale effect is overlooked for long nanotubes. In addition, a significant dependence of the critical buckling loads on the chirality of zigzag carbon nanotube is confirmed, and these are then compared with: A single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs); and Double-walled carbon nanotubes (DWCNTs). These findings are important in mechanical design considerations and reinforcement of devices that use carbon nanotubes.

Helical Buckling of Pipes in Extended Reach and Horizontal Wells—Part 2: Frictional Drag Analysis

1993 ◽  
Vol 115 (3) ◽  
pp. 196-201 ◽  
Author(s):  
J. Wu ◽  
H. C. Juvkam-Wold
Keyword(s):  
Differential Equation ◽  
Analytical Solution ◽  
Laboratory Experiments ◽  
Horizontal Wells ◽  
Force Balance ◽  
Axial Loads ◽  
Frictional Drag ◽  
Well Completion ◽  
Helical Buckling ◽  
Drag Analysis

This paper studies the frictional drag of helically buckled pipes (drillstring and tubing) in extended reach and horizontal wells to correctly predict the actual bit weight or packer load, in cases where helical buckling of pipes may have occurred. Helical buckling of pipes in such wells may occur, since large axial loads are often required. The differential equation of axial force balance with consideration of the axial friction for helically buckled pipes is resolved, and the solution shows that when the pipes are helically buckled, the frictional drag will become very large. The actual bit weight for drilling or packer load for well completion may therefore become much smaller than estimated under the unbuckled pipe conditions. The analytical solution is also shown to agree with the results from laboratory experiments, which simulate the real wellbore-pipe conditions. An example is provided to show the calculation procedure and the importance of the results.

An Experimental Study of Buckling and Post-Buckling of Laterally Constrained Rods

1995 ◽  
Vol 117 (2) ◽  
pp. 115-124 ◽  
Author(s):  
P. V. R. Suryanarayana ◽  
R. C. McCann
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Study ◽  
Horizontal Wells ◽  
Current Theory ◽  
Buckling Loads ◽  
Buckling Behavior ◽  
Experimental Apparatus ◽  
Compressive Loads ◽  
Weight On Bit ◽  
Post Buckling ◽  
Safe Load

The effects of friction and curvature on buckling, post-buckling, and unbuckling behavior of rods laterally constrained within an enclosure are studied experimentally. The experimental apparatus, measurement procedures, and uncertainty analysis are described. Results indicate that friction significantly delays the onset of buckling, and causes noticeable hysteresis in the post-buckling behavior. As a result, the unbuckling loads are always less than the corresponding buckling loads. The drag-related loss, which eventually leads to lock-up, is also measured and reported in this work. Friction is also a cause of post-buckling snapping and reversals in the direction of wrap of the helix. As expected, the effects of friction become less significant as the inclination decreases. It is shown that predictions of current theory agree with experimentally measured unbuckling rather than buckling loads. When friction is significant, current theory underestimates the compressive loads at which buckling occurs in straight or curved wellbores. Ignoring friction or curvature limits the estimated weight on bit well below the safe load that can be used in many drilling and completion operations in extended reach or horizontal wells. Moreover, the hysteresis effect of friction means that once buckling has occurred, the compressive loads must be reduced to values much below the buckling initiation loads to fully straighten the buckled pipe.

scholarly journals Notched Hollow Square Section Steel Column Buckling

2019 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 81-84
Author(s):  
Zia Razzaq ◽  
Solomon Tecleab
Keyword(s):  
Carrying Capacity ◽  
Laboratory Experiments ◽  
Theoretical Study ◽  
Buckling Load ◽  
Load Carrying Capacity ◽  
Column Buckling ◽  
Buckling Loads ◽  
Steel Columns ◽  
Load Carrying ◽  
Steel Column

Presented in this paper is an outcome of a study to assess the effect of section loss in the form of longitudinal notches on the buckling load of hollow square section steel columns. The theoretical study includes buckling load estimates based on both an iterative equilibrium as well as a non-iterative energy approach. Buckling loads based on sample laboratory experiments are also presented. The study shows that the presence of a notch can significantly reduce the axial load-carrying capacity of a steel column.   

Flexural-Torsional Buckling of Pultruded Fiber-Reinforced Polymer Angle Beams under Eccentric Loading

2020 ◽  
Vol 982 ◽  
pp. 201-206
Author(s):  
Jaksada Thumrongvut ◽  
Natthawat Pakwan ◽  
Samaporn Krathumklang
Keyword(s):  
Buckling Load ◽  
Fiber Reinforced Polymer ◽  
Width Ratio ◽  
Fiber Reinforced ◽  
Torsional Buckling ◽  
Eccentric Load ◽  
Buckling Loads ◽  
Reinforced Polymer ◽  
Cross Sectional Dimension ◽  
Flexural Torsional Buckling

In this paper, the experimental study on the pultruded fiber-reinforced polymer (pultruded FRP) angle beams subjected to transversely eccentric load are presented. A summary of critical buckling load and buckling behavior for full-scale flexure tests with various span-to-width ratios (L/b) and eccentricities are investigated, and typical failure mode are identified. Three-point flexure tests of 50 pultruded FRP angle beams are performed. The E-glass fibre/polyester resin angle specimens are tested to examine the effect of span-to-width ratio of the beams on the buckling responses and critical buckling loads. The angle specimens have the cross-sectional dimension of 76x6.4 mm with span-to-width ratios, ranging from 20 to 40. Also, four different eccentricities are investigated, ranging from 0 to ±2e. Eccentric loads are applied below the horizontal flange in increments until beam buckling occurred. Based upon the results of this study, it is found that the load and mid-span vertical deflection relationships of the angle beams are linear up to the failure. In contrast, the load and mid-span lateral deflection relationships are geometrically nonlinear. The general mode of failure is the flexural-torsional buckling. The eccentrically loaded specimens are failed at critical buckling loads lower than their concentric counterparts. Also, the quantity of eccentricity increases as buckling load decreases. In addition, it is noticed that span-to-width ratio increases, the buckling load is decreased. The eccentric location proved to have considerable influence over the buckling load of the pultruded FRP angle beams.

scholarly journals CFRP Origami Metamaterial with Tunable Buckling Loads: A Numerical Study

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 917
Author(s):  
Houyao Zhu ◽  
Shouyan Chen ◽  
Teng Shen ◽  
Ruikun Wang ◽  
Jie Liu
Keyword(s):  
Numerical Study ◽  
Buckling Load ◽  
Fe Modelling ◽  
Buckling Loads ◽  
Folding Angle ◽  
Mechanical Responses ◽  
Reinforced Plastic ◽  
Rate Of Increase ◽  
Practical Engineering ◽  
Identical Rate

Origami has played an increasingly central role in designing a broad range of novel structures due to its simple concept and its lightweight and extraordinary mechanical properties. Nonetheless, most of the research focuses on mechanical responses by using homogeneous materials and limited studies involving buckling loads. In this study, we have designed a carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) origami metamaterial based on the classical Miura sheet and composite material. The finite element (FE) modelling process’s accuracy is first proved by utilizing a CFRP plate that has an analytical solution of the buckling load. Based on the validated FE modelling process, we then thoroughly study the buckling resistance ability of the proposed CFRP origami metamaterial numerically by varying the folding angle, layer order, and material properties, finding that the buckling loads can be tuned to as large as approximately 2.5 times for mode 5 by altering the folding angle from 10° to 130°. With the identical rate of increase, the shear modulus has a more significant influence on the buckling load than Young’s modulus. Outcomes reported reveal that tunable buckling loads can be achieved in two ways, i.e., origami technique and the CFRP material with fruitful design freedoms. This study provides an easy way of merely adjusting and controlling the buckling load of lightweight structures for practical engineering.

scholarly journals XV. On the electricity of rain and its origin in thunderstroms

1909 ◽  
Vol 209 (441-458) ◽  
pp. 379-413 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Rainy Season ◽  
Laboratory Experiments ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Electrical Discharges ◽  
The Government ◽  
Satisfactory Manner

Since Franklin first showed that thunder and lightning are caused by electrical discharges, there have been numerous theories to account for the production of electricity in thunderstorms, but none has been generally accepted by meteorologists. When attacking the problems of thunderstorm electricity, two methods naturally present themselves: we may either investigate the actual phenomena in the atmosphere, or try to repeat on a small scale in the laboratory the processes which may be supposed to take place during thunderstorms. During 1907-8 an investigation was undertaken on both these lines at the Meteorological Office of the Government of India in Simla. A systematic record was obtained by automatic instruments of the electricity brought down by the rain during practically the whole of one rainy season, and laboratory experiments were made to find the origin of the electricity of thunderstorms. The work has resulted in the formation of a new theory, which appears to account in a satisfactory manner for the electrical effects observed during thunderstorms. The following paper is divided into three parts:—Part I deals with the measurements of the electricity of the rain, Part II with the laboratory experiments, and Part III contains the new theory based on the results detailed in the previous parts.

Thermal buckling analysis of double-walled carbon nanotubes considering the small-scale length effect

2011 ◽  
Vol 225 (1) ◽  
pp. 248-256 ◽  
Author(s):  
A Ghorbanpour Arani ◽  
M Mohammadimehr ◽  
A R Saidi ◽  
S Shogaei ◽  
A Arefmanesh
Keyword(s):  
Temperature Change ◽  
Buckling Analysis ◽  
Buckling Load ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Buckling Mode ◽  
Critical Buckling Load ◽  
Winkler Model ◽  
Non Local ◽  
Double Walled Carbon Nanotubes ◽  
Walled Carbon Nanotubes

In this article, the buckling analysis of a double-walled carbon nanotube (DWCNT) subjected to a uniform internal pressure in a thermal field is investigated. The effects of the temperature change, the surrounding elastic medium based on the Winkler model, and the van der Waals forces between the inner and the outer tubes are considered using the continuum cylindrical shell model. The small-length scale effect is also included in the present formulation. The results show that there is a unique buckling mode corresponding to each critical buckling load. Moreover, it is shown that the non-local critical buckling load is lower than the local critical buckling load. It is concluded that, at low temperatures, the critical buckling load for the infinitesimal buckling of a DWCNT increases as the magnitude of temperature change increases whereas at high temperatures, the critical buckling load decreases with the increasing of the temperature.

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