Table 1 Comparison of rheology with or without LCM.

From: Design and experimental study of a new hydraulic tool for lost-circulation materials (LCM) plugging while drilling

Mud type

γ

g/cm3

AV

mPa s

PV

mPa s

YP

Pa

FLAPI

mL

SBM

With LCM

1.30

30

22

8

8.4

Without LCM

1.32

34

25

9

8.6