Boring or penetrating the earth – Bit or bit element – Bit with leading portion forming smaller diameter initial bore
Reexamination Certificate
2005-07-05
2005-07-05
Thompson, Kenneth (Department: 3672)
Boring or penetrating the earth
Bit or bit element
Bit with leading portion forming smaller diameter initial bore
C175S398000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06913098
ABSTRACT:
An improved bi-center with improved directional stability and wear resistance is disclosed, said bit optimally utilizing a plurality of shaped PDC cutting elements selectively situated about the cutting surfaces of the pilot and the reamer to produce a minimal force imbalance, where further said pilot bit and the reamer are force balanced to further reduce imbalance in the operation of the tool.
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Fielder Coy M.
Silva Rogerio H.
Luck Gregory M.
ReedEycalog, L.P.
Thompson Kenneth
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