ABSTRACT
Information in other chapters has great relevance to this chapter, and is not repeated here. For most applications in this chapter we will refer to previous chapters: • Chapter 2 covers most of the mathematics and
mechanics relevant to drilling. • Chapter 3 discusses the drilling methods used in a
range of applications. • Chapter 4 discusses the drills, pipes, and equipment
used for different methods and applications. • Chapter 7 discusses tests and measurements used. • Chapter 10 discusses the geology of the ground likely
to be drilled.
