New analytical solutions of wellbore fluid temperature profiles during drilling, circulating, and cementing operations

We compared the performance of our models with those presented in the literature. Thereafter, we sought to validate the models with diverse set of field data. Given the ability of all three models to handle changes in the geothermal gradient due to the characteristics of the sediments, salt domes, and gas hydrates, we explored their performance in situations where there is significant heat transfer. The holistic approach pursued here provided the necessary insights into various temperature profiles in a given situation.