18 July 2017

Bed

A specific layer of earth or rock that presents a contrast to other layers of different material lying above, below, or adjacent to it.
18 July 2017

Bell nipple

A short piece of pipe, expanded, or belled, at the top to guide tools into the hole. Usually has side connections for the fill-up and mud […]
18 July 2017

Belt

A flexible band or cord connecting and wrapping around each of two or more pulleys to transmit power or impart motion.
25 July 2017

Bentonite

A finely powdered gray material used in preparing drilling mud. Usually referred to on the rig as “gel”.