RTD TOPICS/ OBJECTIVES	                                                                                           Category


1.	To improve prediction and rating of elastomer performance.                                          TE 

2.	To enhance capability of metal-to-metal seal technology.                                               TE 

         (Performance of elastomeric materials is generally acceptable up to about 175-
         200°C. Temperature limitations on use of metals unlikely to be an issue up to
         350-400°C) 

3.	To investigate the benefits/feasibility of using ceramics and novel	                             TE + E
         metal/composite materials for HP/HT service.

4.	To develop more effective, environmentally benign corrosion inhibitors for                     TE + CR
         "sour" ( H2S) service.

 	 (In addition to the requirement for benign production chemicals, there is a 
         wider interest in reducing the chemical inventory offshore. Design of multi-
         functional chemicals is also therefore 	an area of industry interest.) 

5.	To develop improved performance/improved stability water-based/polymer                      TE
         drilling fluids for HP/HT service.

	(Asset focus of the above topics: HP/HT field developments)
	
TE- technology enhancement.  CR- cost reduction.  E- enabling.