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Area of Science:

  • Geotechnical Engineering
  • Fluid Dynamics
  • Drilling Technology

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  • Efficient cuttings removal is crucial for directional drilling with pneumatic down-the-hole hammers.
  • The flow behavior of cuttings in reverse circulation drill bits is not well understood, hindering optimization.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To establish a validated Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) model for quantifying borehole cleaning efficiency.
  • To optimize reverse circulation performance and cutting transport capacity under various conditions.

Main Methods:

  • Eulerian-Eulerian two-phase flow simulation using CFD.
  • Experimental validation of simulation results.
  • Analysis of structural and operational parameters influencing cutting transport.

Main Results:

  • Cuttings carrying efficiency is mainly affected by suction force and air scouring from nozzles.
  • Reducing flushing or inner suction nozzle diameter improves reverse circulation.
  • Increased air volume flow rate enhances cutting transport, while inclination, penetration rate, particle size, and rotation speed decrease it.

Conclusions:

  • Reverse circulation can be improved by increasing inclination angle and air volume flow.
  • Optimizing drill bit design and operational parameters enhances efficiency and reduces environmental impact.
  • The validated CFD model provides guidance for improving reverse circulation drill bits.