Development of the U.S. deep coring ice drill

Title Development of the U.S. deep coring ice drill
Publication Type
Journal Article
Year
1994
Author(s) Mark A Wumkes
Journal/ Publication
Memoirs of National Institute of Polar Research. Special issue 49
Pagination
41-51
ISSN
03860744
Abstract

The United States has developed a deep coring ice drill capable of retrieving 13.2cm diameter cores 6m long. A comprehensive discussion of the developmental factors surrounding the design, fabrication and refinement of the United States 13.2cm deep coring ice drill is presented. Included in this paper are the various design param which defined the final configuration and approach. Technical theories and their affect on drill design are discussed. New drilling fluids for use in deep bore holes have been developed for increased safety and health benefits which impart additional problems on the synthesis of deep coring drill designs. Drill handling design problems as well as safety and environmental concerns are presented. Design evolution and modifications are discussed in detail.

File
URL
Special Collections International Workshop on Ice Drilling Technology Series, 4th International Workshop on Ice Drilling Technology
Categories Deep Drilling
Equipment PICO 132 mm Drill
Citation Mark A Wumkes ( 1994 ) Development of the U.S. deep coring ice drill. Memoirs of National Institute of Polar Research. Special issue 49 , 41-51 .
Lead Author
Mark A Wumkes