IODP Introduces Technology to Support Deepwater Crustal Drilling

The Integrated Ocean Drilling Program (IODP), with industry partner AGR Drilling Services, has engineered an ultra-deepwater drilling technology for use by IODP drilling vessels in scientific research. Originally developed for shallow-water oil and gas exploration, the "riserless mud recovery" technology (RMR) holds great promise for scientists striving to reach the Earth's mantle.

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