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MXDRILL Drilling Optimization

MXDRILL integrates real-time drilling data, engineering algorithms and local drilling expertise to monitor operations, prevent dysfunction and improve drilling performance.

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Overview

Application engineered performance

This product line is positioned as part of Hybrit Energy’s integrated performance drilling workflow: pre-job engineering, field execution, real-time monitoring and post-run optimization.

MXDRILL drilling optimization software screen
MXDRILL Platform

From Planning to Real-Time Execution

MXDRILL
01 / Engineering Desktop
DET

Drilling Engineering Toolbox

Office-based engineering suite for offset analysis, root-cause investigation, well planning and technical program preparation.

PlanningEngineering reviewPost-well learning
02 / Rigsite Edge
ECS

Edge-Computing Server

Rigsite deployment connected to WITS / WITSML data streams for single-rig optimization, local decision support and low-latency monitoring.

RigsiteLow latencyLocal advisory
03 / Enterprise RTOC
RTE

Real-Time Enterprise Platform

Enterprise platform for RTOC operations, multi-rig surveillance, standardized workflows and large-scale drilling performance management.

RTOCMulti-rigEnterprise workflow
Software Modules

Parallel engineering modules from planning to monitoring alerts

MXDRILL organizes drilling engineering, real-time analytics and operational surveillance into modular workflows that can be deployed independently or as an integrated performance drilling system.

MEM

Mechanical Earth Model

Geomechanics modeling for mud window definition, ECD planning and wellbore stability management.

MXDRILL MEM

Build the accurate geomechanics model for drilling mud window

Offset well wireline logs and drilling events, along with local geology experience are used to build an accurate mechanical earth model to support the trajectory design, mud weight windows, ECD management. Within MXDRILL, the mechanical earth model is updated live along the drilling progress as new formations are drilled and new trajectory being updated.

Mechanical earth model workflow graphic
Key Benefits
  • Enhanced Wellbore Stability Predicts potential instability issues such as hole collapse, stuck pipe, and lost circulation, enabling proactive mitigation strategies.
  • Mitigated Risks & Cost Savings Helps prevent costly wellbore failures, reducing tool damage, sidetracks, and downtime, leading to significant cost savings.
  • Accurate Fracture Gradient Prediction Essential for managed pressure drilling (MPD), well control, and casing seat selection, ensuring well integrity throughout the drilling process.
T&D

Real-Time Torque & Drag

String stress, friction factor and wellbore condition surveillance during drilling, tripping and sliding operations.

MXDRILL T&D

Accurately predict the string stress and friction factor for wellbore condition

Real-time torque and drag (T&D) analysis is a critical tool for monitoring wellbore conditions, optimizing drilling performance, and preventing costly downhole issues. By continuously analyzing torque, drag forces, and friction factors during drilling and tripping operations, this technology provides instant feedback, enabling operators to make data-driven decisions that enhance wellbore stability and operational efficiency.

Torque and drag analysis graphic
Key Benefits
  • Early Detection of Wellbore Issues Identifies excessive drag, differential sticking, and hole instability in real-time, allowing for immediate corrective actions.
  • Reduced Equipment Wear & Failures Prevents excessive stress on BHA, drill pipe, and rig components, extending equipment lifespan and reducing non-productive time (NPT).
  • Improved Hole Cleaning & Cuttings Transport Ensures efficient cuttings removal, reducing the risk of pack-offs and poor hole conditions.
HYD

HPHT Hydraulics & Hole Cleaning

ECD, pressure loss, temperature effects and cuttings transport analysis for demanding wellbore environments.

MXDRILL HYD

Precision fluid and wellbore pressure management in extreme conditions

In high-pressure, high-temperature (HPHT) wells, precise hydraulics management is critical to maintaining well control, optimizing drilling efficiency, and preventing costly downhole issues. Real-time HPHT hydraulics calculation enables continuous monitoring of mud flow, equivalent circulating density (ECD), pressure losses, and temperature effects, ensuring that drilling operations remain safe, stable, and efficient in extreme environments.

HPHT hydraulics and ECD analysis graphic
Key Benefits
  • Accurate ECD Management Prevents formation fracturing, lost circulation, and wellbore instability by continuously optimizing mud weight and flow rates.
  • Mitigation of Pressure Spikes & Swab/Surge Effects Real-time calculations allow for immediate adjustments in pump rates and tripping speeds to prevent wellbore collapse or kick events.
  • Improved BHA & Bit Hydraulics Efficiency Enhances bit cleaning and cooling, reducing bit wear and maximizing ROP in challenging HPHT formations.
  • Enhanced Well Control & Safety Real-time data provides instant visibility into pressure fluctuations, allowing for proactive well control measures and reducing the risk of blowouts and differential sticking.
BIT

Bit Selection & Performance

Formation drillability, bit feature matching and operating parameter recommendations for ROP and durability.

MXDRILL BIT

Determine the most suitable bit features and analysis for bit performance

By integrating advanced drillability models, the software evaluates target formations and intervals, ensuring that every bit is precisely tailored for maximum efficiency. It recommends essential bit design features, hydraulic parameters, and drilling parameters, enabling operators to achieve superior ROP, durability, and cost-effectiveness. With data-driven insights, our software enhances decision-making, reducing trial-and-error in bit selection and improving overall drilling performance.

Bit selection and feature recommendation graphic
Key Benefits
  • Optimized Bit Selection Matches bit designs with formation characteristics for superior performance.
  • Data-Driven Insights Utilizes drillability models to recommend the best drilling parameters.
  • Enhanced ROP & Durability Ensures efficient cutting and extended bit life.
  • Hydraulics Optimization Provides recommendations for fluid flow and cleaning efficiency.
KPI

Rig KPIs & ILT

Connection time, tripping speed, flat time and operational efficiency benchmarking for drilling performance improvement.

MXDRILL KPI

Benchmark the rig performance for continuous improvement of efficiency

The MXDRILL Rig KPIs module is designed to optimize drilling performance by providing real-time analytics and insights into rig crew productivity. By tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) and identifying Invisible Lost Time (ILT), this module enhances operational transparency and supports data-driven decision-making. This solution empowers drilling teams to maximize efficiency, reduce downtime, and improve overall well delivery performance.

Rig KPI and ILT analysis graphic
Key Benefits
  • Real-Time Rig Performance Tracking Continuously monitors rig operations to provide instant feedback on crew and equipment efficiency.
  • Automated KPI Calculation Computes essential rig crew KPIs, including tripping speed, connection times, flat time, and overall operational efficiency.
  • ILT Detection & Analysis Identifies Invisible Lost Time (ILT) events and pinpoints inefficiencies to enhance process optimization.
  • Data Visualization & Reporting Offers intuitive dashboards and customizable reports to highlight performance trends and areas for improvement.
  • Actionable Insights & Benchmarking Provides historical performance comparisons and benchmarks against industry best practices to drive continuous improvement.
ALT

Monitoring & Alerts

Operational monitoring and early-warning workflows for stuck pipe, losses, kicks and cuttings-bed accumulation.

MXDRILL ALT

Ensure the operation for both efficiency and well control safety

In the complex and ever-evolving world of drilling operations, maintaining wellbore stability and mitigating potential risks are critical to efficiency and safety. By detecting early warning signs of stuck pipe, fluid losses, kicks, and cuttings bed accumulation, our system empowers drilling engineers with actionable insights to prevent costly downtime and improve well performance.

Wellbore condition monitoring and drilling risk analysis graphic
Key Benefits
  • Real-Time Wellbore Condition Monitoring Continuously evaluates drilling parameters to detect potential issues before they escalate.
  • Advanced Physics-Based Modeling Uses predictive analytics to simulate wellbore behavior and anticipate drilling risks.
  • Early Risk Detection & Prevention Identifies early warning signs of stuck pipe, losses, kicks, and cuttings bed accumulation.
  • Optimized Drilling Performance Enhances operational efficiency by providing data-driven recommendations for wellbore stability.
  • Improved Safety & Cost Savings Minimizes non-productive time (NPT) and reduces operational risks through proactive monitoring.
RTOC Operations

Backbone of operator RTOC drilling centers

Hybrit Energy leverages enterprise-grade cloud infrastructure, including Amazon AWS and Alibaba Cloud, to help operators establish, scale and manage Remote Technical Optimization Centers for drilling engineering. MXDRILL becomes the digital backbone that connects engineering models, rig surveillance and standardized workflows into one command environment.

Today, Hybrit Energy operates and maintains more than ten RTOC centers for its clients, delivering 24/7 drilling optimization support across ultra-deep well monitoring, extended lateral torque and drag prediction, KPI benchmarking and downhole vibration mitigation. Over the last five years, these workflows have supported more than 4,000 wells and enabled large-scale operations to improve efficiency, safety and cost control.

Hybrit Energy RTOC support center
Actual RTOC support scene
10+
RTOC centers deployed
24/7
Remote drilling support
4000+
Wells supported in 5 years

Mission

Turn distributed drilling data into centralized engineering action, enabling consistent technical decisions across rigs, regions and drilling campaigns.

Value

Standardize optimization workflows, accelerate risk recognition and improve performance delivery through scalable cloud-native drilling intelligence.

Real-time field support

Deliver live engineering surveillance, optimization advice and exception response so field teams can act faster with stronger technical backing.

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