This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Nabors Drilling Technologies USA, Inc.. Active years: 2026.
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Years Active: 2026
Title: Sachitananda Maddikunta: Automated Directional Drilling Innovation
Introduction
Sachitananda Maddikunta is an inventor based in Houston, Texas. His patent work concerns automated directional drilling control and the adjustment of drilling parameters to support operational performance.
Latest Patents
Maddikunta is associated with 1 patent, titled “Automated Directional Drilling Control System.” The invention describes a programmable logic computer configured to apply constraints, calculate performance metrics, and automatically adjust drilling parameter setpoints.
During the first portion of a slide drill segment, the system seeks to maximize the rate of penetration while maintaining a desired slide score. After specified conditions are met, it enters a second portion, controlling either the rate-of-penetration setpoint or the weight-on-bit setpoint while allowing the other parameter’s setpoint to float above its current average. The controlling parameter can be switched manually or automatically.
Career Highlights
Maddikunta is associated with Nabors Drilling Technologies USA, Inc. His patent reflects work on applying automated control methods to directional drilling operations.
Collaborations
Maddikunta’s listed coworkers include Adam Lacroix and Trey Welch. The available information identifies them as coworkers but does not specify their roles in the patent.
Conclusion
Sachitananda Maddikunta’s patented drilling control system combines programmable logic and adjustable operating parameters to automate aspects of directional drilling performance.
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