8.4: The Drilling Rig

8.4: The Drilling Rig section of this lesson will cover the following topics:

• 8.4.1: Cable Tool Rigs
• 8.4.2: Rotary Rigs
  • 8.4.2.1: Conventional Rotary Rig or Rotary Table Rig or Kelly Drive Rig
  • 8.4.2.2: Top-Drive Rig
• 8.4.3: Offshore Drilling Rigs
  • 8.4.3.1: Jack-Up Rig
  • 8.4.3.2: Semi-Submersible Rig
  • 8.4.3.3: Drill Ships
  • 8.4.3.4: Drilling Rigs on Fixed Production Platforms

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