Xiaohua Xiao
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Total Citations
33
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About
Xiaohua Xiao is a leading researcher in the field of downhole robotics for coiled-tubing drilling (CTD), with a focus on solving critical challenges in oil and gas horizontal well operations. His primary research areas include the combined control of weight on bit (WOB) and rate of penetration (ROP), axial-torsional dynamics, and friction characteristics of drilling robot support mechanisms. Xiao’s most notable contribution is the development of a downhole robot that integrates both axial traction and torque control, addressing the dual challenges of tool transport and drill bit reaction torque in CTD. His 2021 paper on combined WOB and ROP control, with 16 citations, is a foundational work that proposes an electrical control method to enhance drilling efficiency. Subsequent studies, such as his 2023 work on fluid-structure interaction models (7 citations) and friction block tooth profiles (3 citations), have advanced the mechanical understanding of these robots. Xiao’s research has significant practical impact, offering solutions to prevent buckling and locking in extended-reach wells. His work is essential for students and researchers interested in robotics, drilling engineering, and downhole automation.
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- 5Research status and development trend of traction robot of coiled tubing1 citations · 2023
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