Everyday, more exciting studies in drilling are happening. This session will share some of this interesting  technical work. From the first paper which is a quantitative drilling fluids treatment advisor and its application to the last paper which captures instabilities observed when heave compensating deep sea risers. Additionally, a Gulf Of Mexico deep open water drilling case is discussed, with focus on salt evolution and a case study of Bit/BHA damages caused by sudden release of trapped torque during drill pipe connection. This session truly does put together a great set of drilling studies that is sure to excite those concerned with technical studies in drilling.