Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an underreamer. In one aspect, the underreamer comprises a body, the body comprising at least one pocket therein, the underreamer further comprising at least one cutter secured with respect to the body, at least one actuating mechanism for moving the cutter between a retracted position in the pocket, and an extended position in which only the cutter projects from the body. In one aspect, the or each actuating mechanism comprises a piston for driving extension of the cutter, and a linkage to a cutter arm with respect to which the cutter is mounted, and a return spring for biasing the cutter to the retracted position.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to an underreamer. In one aspect, the underreamer comprises a body, the body comprising at least one pocket therein, the underreamer further comprising at least one cutter secured with respect to the body, at least one actuating mechanism for moving the cutter between a retracted position in the pocket, and an extended position in which only the cutter projects from the body. In one aspect, the or each actuating mechanism comprises a piston for driving extension of the cutter, and a linkage to a cutter arm with respect to which the cutter is mounted, and a return spring for biasing the cutter to the retracted position.

Abstract: The present invention addresses this need in the art by providing a cutter insert comprising a plug section and a cutter pedestal. The cutter insert in preferably formed of tungsten carbide, except for two exterior surfaces covered with PDC. The plug section may be circular or oval in cross section perpendicular to the axis of the insert. The plug section and the pedestal each defines a shoulder which is coated with a PDC layer. In this way, two cutting surfaces are applied to the formation, enhancing the cutting ability of the insert.

Abstract: A directable nozzle assembly 100 for a rotary drill bit 10 is disclosed, having a nozzle 110 comprising a generally spherical body 112, and having an extension 114 extending from the body 112. A passage 116 extends through the body 112 and extension 114 portions. A seal 130 is provided for sealing the nozzle 110 to the nozzle boss area 14 of the rotary drill bit 10. A removable retainer 140 is provided having a hollow interior, an angle limiter surface 146, and an interior compression surface 150. In another embodiment is a wear resistant sleeve 160, having a collar 162 with a nozzle seat 164 and a body 170, inserted into a flow port 12 of rotary drill bit 10.

Abstract: The present invention addresses this need in the art by providing a cutter insert comprising a plug section and a cutter pedestal. The cutter insert is preferably formed of tungsten carbide, except for two exterior surfaces covered with PDC. The plug section may be circular or oval in cross section perpendicular to the axis of the insert. The plug section and the pedestal each defines a shoulder which is coated with a PDC layer. In this way, two cutting surfaces are applied to the formation, enhancing the cutting ability of the insert.

Abstract: A modular kerfing rock drilling bit (10) is presented. Drill bit (10) comprises a bit body (12) having a connection (14) for attachment to a drill string member. A base portion (16) below the connection (14) has an outer portion (18) and a bottom (20). Slots (22) are formed in the base portion (16). A cutter assembly (100) comprises a leg (110) insertable into the slot (22) of the bit body (16). A journal (126) extends angularly downward and inward from the leg (110) for bearing support of a cone (180) rotatably mounted on the journal (126). A plurality of cutters (182) extend outward from the surface of the cone (180). A kerfing segment (140) extends downward from the leg (110) beyond the cone (180). A plurality of kerf cutters (142) are attached to the bottom of the kerfing segment (140).

Abstract: The present invention addresses this need in the art by providing a cutter insert comprising a plug section and a cutter pedestal. The cutter insert is preferably formed of tungsten carbide, except for two exterior surfaces covered with PDC. The plug section may be circular or oval in cross section perpendicular to the axis of the insert. The plug section and the pedestal each defines a shoulder which is coated with a PDC layer. In this way, two cutting surfaces are applied to the formation, enhancing the cutting ability of the insert.

Abstract: An automatic downspout drain extension that automatically deploys into a downward position upon the weight of an entrained column of fluid. The automatic downspout drain extension includes a downspout member that depends from a gutter and is secured to a wall of a structure to which the gutter is mounted. The terminal end of the downspout is connected to a flexible elbow having a first end and a second end. The flexible elbow is secured between the downspout and the extension member. The extension member is an elongated conduit that includes an energy dissipater carried by the distal end of the extension member. The energy dissipater includes a liquid absorbing insert. A spring member biases the extension member in the upright position.

Abstract: A design for a gage tooth of the milled tooth variety is provided. The gage facing surface of each tooth is shaped so that only a narrow surface of each tooth contacts the borehole wall. Adjacent areas on each tooth slope away from the wall. The narrow gage facing surfaces, the sloping areas, and other areas are all covered with a suitable hard metal facing material.