Petroleum Rock Design offers a clear and rigorous exposition of the theory and applications of rock design from the point of view of the drilling engineer. This book is a brilliant blend of cutting-edge science, engineering, and real-world applications. The role of rock design in drilling operation and design are highlighted throughout the book. Details of practical in-situ stress changes and how they impact on wellbore and borehole behavior are also included, making this one of most unique books on the subject. With this book in hand, reservoir engineers, drilling engineers and production engineers find a valuable guide which is packed with the necessary tools for immediate field application. 

Key Features :

A guide for understanding the stress, strain, and failure mechanics of rocks and their response to earth stresses

Applies rock mechanics to on and off shore oil and gas drilling

Step-by-step approach to analyzing wellbore instabilities

Provides worked out examples with solutions to everyday problems