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TOMAX Featured in JPT Editorial

Combating damaging torsion vibrations downhole

This comprehensive editorial article discusses the new tools for downhole vibration mitigation as they are found commonly used in advanced drilling operations. Technical Editor Blake Wright explores the physics behind the lead products based on interviews with suppliers. The article also provides a listing of the different products tools based on principle, experience and versatility.

The products listed include recent launches like the SLB Suppressor tools and Baker Hughes GuardVibe, which are compared to established tools such as the NOV PosiTrak and the Tomax AST.

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Baker Hughes GuardVibe is amongst technologies featured in this article

Tool Suites Mature to Combat Damaging Torsion Vibrations Downhole

Magazine: Journal of Petroleum Technology (JPT)
Published: Aug 1, 2025
Author: Blake Wright

Includes comparisons with dampener and telescoping solutions.

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Key takeaways

  • HFTO can damage downhole electronics and connections; it often goes unseen without high-rate sensors.
  • AST prevents torque/WOB coupling at the bit-rock interface (regulator vs dampener). 
  • Field reports show up to ~70% HFTO reduction in complex wells; latest AST generation launched in 2023.
  • Early validation (Equinor/Halliburton; later modeling by TU Eindhoven & Univ. of Minnesota) guided patented algorithm improvements.

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