Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2025
Title: Innovations by Mark Vaughan in Drilling Technology
Introduction
Mark Vaughan is an accomplished inventor based in Sugar Land, TX (US), known for his contributions to drilling technology. With a total of 2 patents, Vaughan has developed innovative methodologies that enhance the efficiency of drilling operations.
Latest Patents
Vaughan's latest patents include a "Methodology and system for utilizing rig power and mud pump assembly." This technique facilitates a drilling operation by significantly reducing the number of equipment components required. The invention provides a mud pump assembly with at least one mud pump located on a rig positioned at a wellsite. Electric power is supplied to the rig, enabling the operation of the rig and the mud pumps when pumping mud downhole. This innovation not only aids in drilling a borehole but also allows the rig's electric power to operate a cement mixer for mixing cementing fluid. The same mud pumps are utilized during a cementing operation, eliminating the need for separate cement pumps and their associated motive units.
Another patent by Vaughan is the "Methodology and system for utilizing rig mud pump assembly." This invention also focuses on reducing equipment components in land-based drilling operations. The mud pumps perform a mud pumping operation by pumping mud downhole during drilling. When the mud pumping operation is halted, the same pumps are employed to pump cementing fluid downhole for casing cementing. This dual functionality streamlines the drilling process and reduces operational costs.
Career Highlights
Mark Vaughan is associated with Schlumberger Technology Corporation, a leading company in the oil and gas industry. His work has significantly impacted drilling operations, making them more efficient and cost-effective.
Collaborations
Vaughan has collaborated with notable coworkers, including Bartley Patton and William Troy Huey, contributing to advancements in drilling technology.
Conclusion
Mark Vaughan's innovative patents and contributions to drilling technology demonstrate his commitment to improving operational efficiency in the industry. His work continues to influence the future of drilling operations.