Shale gas reservoir geology is complex; choose rig types based on specific conditions.rock core drilling rig
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Surface rock core drilling rig: Fit shallow shale exploration. They’re easy to operate, mobile, get shallow cores fast, with lower costs.
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Deep rock core drilling rigs: Target deep-buried shale. They have strong power, drill deep, withstand high pressure, securing quality cores below 1,000 Metros.
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Continuous coring rigs:
Take cores non-stop,
reduce gaps.
Ideal for analyzing shale continuity,
aiding precise fracturing designs.

Proper rig selection boosts efficiency, cuts costs, laying groundwork for smooth shale gas development.