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This document discusses whether a "hard" or "soft" shut-in procedure is preferable when detecting a kick during drilling operations. A hard shut-in involves immediately closing the blowout preventer (BOP) and choke valve, while a soft shut-in leaves the choke valve open initially. The author describes tests on a full-scale rig comparing the two methods. Results from downhole pressure measurements showed that a hard shut-in generates minimal additional pressure compared to theoretical predictions, indicating

Author

Luis Gonzalez

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EN