Force prediction in blow-out preventer shearing of drill ...
2017-4-1 · 1. Introduction. Cutting action, or shearing, is an important failure process in blow-out preventers (BOPs) .The BOP is an essential element of offshore drilling equipment, sitting just above the well head to prevent a serious disaster at the time of emergency , .A shearing BOP has internal rams with blades that can shear drill pipes, and subsequently overlap to seal off the well.
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