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SLB digital technologies for surface automation, autonomous on-bottom drilling, and directional drilling were combined to enable 99% of a 2.6 km section to be drilled in autonomous control mode. Over a five-well program, a 60% increase in rate of penetration was achieved, resulting in faster well delivery while reducing cost and carbon emissions.
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Robots continue to play a central role in mining, offering several benefits over traditional labor-focused operations. This article will briefly explore the use of robots and autonomous technologies in drilling and blasting.
The Azimuth Aligner is used in mining exploration to automate the drill-rig alignment process and enhance accuracy and efficiency. According to Minnovare, this technology can significantly reduce downtime and costs by up to 90%.