Figure F9.
Consecutive stages in the installation of the Advanced CORKs (ACORKs) at Nankai
Trough during Leg 196. A. Installing reentry cone and 20-in
casing. B. Logging-while-drilling (LWD) operations. C.
Opening LWD hole with pilot bit and 17-in
hole opener. D. ACORK drill-in assembly with underreamer. E.
Packers inflated after ACORK drilled into place. F. ACORK
running tool released with drill-in assembly partially withdrawn. G.
ACORK fully installed.