Method for optimizing the location of a secondary cutting structure component in a drill string
A method of drilling a well includes at least one drill bit and at least one secondary cutting structure. The method includes determining a neutral point of a drill string, positioning at least one secondary cutting structure based on the neutral point of the drill string, and drilling an earth formation.
1. A method of drilling a well using at least one drill bit and at least one secondary cutting structure, comprising:
determining a neutral point of a drill string;
positioning at least one secondary cutting structure based on the neutral point of the drill string; and
drilling an earth formation.
2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the positioning comprises placing the at least one secondary cutting structure within 60 feet of the neutral point.
3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the positioning comprises placing the at least one secondary cutting structure within 30 feet of the neutral point.
4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the positioning comprises placing the at least one secondary cutting structure within 10 feet of the neutral point.