Platform Without People: When Will Drilling Rigs Become Fully Autonomous?
In recent years, the oil and gas industry has been moving aggressively toward full automation of drilling rigs. Advances in…
Author: Ernest Willis
Digital Oilman: How IoT is Changing the Industry
Of course, the application of AI can also be safely attributed to the digitalization of industry – that would not…
Innovations in Anti-Corrosion Materials for Subsea Installations
Subsea structures such as oil and gas platforms, pipelines and hydraulic structures are exposed to the aggressive effects of the…
Cyber Threats at Sea: How to Protect an Oil Platform from Hackers
In the age of digitalization, offshore oil and gas infrastructure is increasingly vulnerable to cyber threats. From autonomous drilling rigs…
3D Printing on a Platform: Spare Parts Without Shipping from Shore
With remote locations and limited access to traditional supply chains, offshore platforms face significant challenges in replacing worn or obsolete…
VR Simulators for Personnel: Exercises Without Going to Sea
With the rapid development of technology and increasing safety requirements, the oil and gas industry is actively introducing virtual reality…
Robots Under the Sea: How Autonomous Drones are Changing Offshore Production
Modern technology has significantly changed the approach to the extraction of natural resources, especially in such challenging and dangerous environments…