TerrAdapt adaptive drill bit mitigated stick-slip, increased efficient drilling time by 45% Results • Mitigated vibrations and stick-slip • Protected the bit from impact damage • Drilled 27% faster • Increased efficient drilling time by 45% • Reduced average torque by 35%, and torque variations by 90% Challenges • Improve ROP and mitigate downhole tool failure through stick-slip-prone formations • Maintain stable drilling through interbedded formations with stringers BHGE solution Deployed a TerrAdapt adaptive drill bit to mitigate vibrations and stick-slip An operator in Reeves County, Texas was experiencing erratic drilling performance in 121/4 in. intermediate sections running through interbedded shale, limestone, and salt. Extremely high torque fluctuations and s

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