Distinguished Lecture:
Perforating With Lasers: Are You Ready for the Power of Light?
New breakthroughs in laser technology have addressed efficiency, portability, and reliability issues required for successful commercial field applications. The latest multimode configuration of fiber lasers are now capable of delivering multiple kilowatts of power from an efficient, compact laser source with excellent beam quality, reliability, and long life. They represent an enabling technology that opens the door for near-term subsurface laser applications at remote sites.
Brian C.
Gahan is President of Laser Rock Technologies. He earned a BS degree in
petroleum engineering from Marietta College, an MS degree in chemical
engineering from Illinois Institute of Technology, and an MBA degree in finance
from the University of Pittsburgh. Gahan is a registered professional engineer
and has authored and coauthored several papers and technical publications.
