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The diesel fuel consumption rate (in United States gallons) for a drilling depth of
1,200 ft is
q = 123 8 . = 18 2 . gal/hr
f
(. )( .
0 8156 8 33)
Using similar calculations as those given above, the diesel fuel consumption
rate for other drilling times (or drilling depth) can be obtained. Figure 5-22 shows
the diesel fuel consumption rate as a function of drilling time for the drill rig prime
mover.
Figure 5-22: Fuel consumption rate as a function of drilling time for rotary compressor
of Illustrative Example 5.6c.
