An Investigation of Nanoparticles Properties on Water Based Drilling Fluid Characteristics: A Review

An Investigation of Nanoparticles Properties on Water Based Drilling Fluid Characteristics: A Review

The effectiveness of a drilling fluid is essential for the success of drilling operations. Traditional additives used to enhance the properties of drilling fluids can be unreliable and may not be suitable for high-pressure, high-temperature (HP-HT) or unconventional environments. This study examines the impact of nanoparticles (NPs) on various parameters of drilling fluids, including rheological behavior, filtration volume, lubricity, thickness of mud cakes, wellbore stability, thermal effects, and the stability of emulsion muds. The concentration, type, size, and shape of NPs, as well as the pH, temperature, and other additives used in the formulation of muds, can all affect the efficiency of NPs. Through this research, we have analyzed the effects of these factors on the characteristics of water-based muds. The findings suggest that NPs are more effective in improving drilling fluid characteristics and addressing drilling operation challenges compared to traditional additives.