In this era of resource exploration, China is bravely challenging mankind's thirst for the unknown, launching a fierce impact on the depths of the earthThe target is an unprecedented depth of 11,100 meters
The project located in the Tarim Basin of Xinjiang is quietly rolling out a grand prelude. This work has not only attracted the attention of the country, but also made the world cast doubts and expectationsWhat secrets does China search for deep underground?
Super drilling program in China
While humanity has stepped into the vastness of space, the mysteries of the Earth's interior remain a mysterious realm. At one time, the ultra-deep drilling hole in Kola in the Soviet Union recorded 12,262 meters, marking the highest achievement of human exploration into the depths of the earth.
However, not to be outdone, China is taking bold steps to "".Deep Taco 1 wellIn the name of it, a grand challenge was launched. Located in the wind-swept Taklamakan Desert, the well is planned to penetrate 11,100 meters into the earth's crust in an attempt to push the limits of human exploration.
Breathtakingly, the feat is expected to be completed in just 457 days, demonstrating a huge leap forward in China's ability to explore deep earth compared to the 20-year drilling process of the Soviet Union.
When the "Deep Taco 1" achieves its mission, it will not only be the world's second-deepest vertical drilling on land, but will also set a new world record for the time it takes to drill a 10,000-meter-deep well
The quest for great meaning
But there's more to this borehole than that.
Resources are the first to bear the brunt。The adjacent Tarim Basin contains a large amount of itUltra-deep oil and gas resourcesThis drilling will undoubtedly provide valuable experience for future mining.
In addition to that,The potential of geothermal resources is equally impressive。As a stable and reliable green energy, the development and utilization of geothermal energy is of great significance to mitigating climate change and realizing energy transition.
However, to exploit geothermal energy, it is necessary to reach deeper into the earth's crust, and this is where the vision of China's drilling program lies.
Not to mention the depths of the earth's crust that may be hiddenRare metal iridium and other mineral resourcesTheir value to our country and the world's strategic importance is simply immeasurable.
These precious mineral resources are like bright pearls in the depths of the earth's crust, waiting for human exploration and exploration. Their existence will not only greatly promote China's scientific and technological and economic development, but also occupy a pivotal position in the global resource strategy.
The challenge of going beyond the limits
However, the technical challenges to achieving this ambitious goal are unprecedented.
With the increase of drilling depth, the ground temperature and ground pressure rise sharply, which puts forward strict requirements for the materials and design of drilling equipment.
In addition, more than 1,000 drill pipes are connected to cope with the failure of electronic components and rubber parts in ultra-high temperature environments. Every step tests the wisdom and courage of Chinese scientists and engineers.
In particular, the self-developed 12,000-meter ultra-deep automatic drilling rig used this time provides a solid guarantee for the successful drilling of 10,000-meter ultra-deep wells with its amazing load lifting capacity and advanced technical equipment.
The road ahead, the sea of stars
This is despite a number of impressive achievementsBut relative to the Earth's average radius of 6,371 km, human exploration is still in its infancy
Like exploring the universe, exploring the depths of the earth is full of unknowns and challenges, but that's the beauty of exploration.
China's attempt is not only a demonstration of its own strength, but also a tribute to the spirit of human exploration. On the road of pursuing the deep mysteries of the earth, China is forging ahead bravely, and the future is promising.
After all, on this parallel path of infrastructure and exploration, no country is more qualified to be called an "infrastructure madman" than China.
Let us all hope that the "Deep Taco 1 Well" will uncover more secrets in the depths of the earth and open a new chapter of exploration for mankind. January Creation Incentive Program