18 July 2017

Riser joint

A riser joint consists of a section of pipe, with couplings on each end. It may have provision for supporting integral and non-integral auxiliary lines (flowlines, […]
18 July 2017

Riser recoil system

A system that slows the rapid stroke acceleration of the riser tension rods due to the sudden reduction in the load caused by a riser connector […]
18 July 2017

Rock pressure

A term used for the initial pressure of gas in a well.
18 July 2017

Roller cone bit

A drilling bit made of two, three, or four cones, or cutters, that are mounted on extremely rugged bearings. The surface of each cone is made […]