surface location
[ˈsɜːrfɪs loʊˈkeɪʃən]
nounpl: surface locations
localização da superfície
1. The geographical or physical point on the Earth's surface where a well, borehole, or drilling operation is situated
The surface location of the oil well was marked with GPS coordinates for future reference.
A localização da superfície do poço de petróleo foi marcada com coordenadas de GPS para referência futura.
2. In oil and gas industry, the specific spot on land or seafloor where drilling equipment is positioned
Engineers surveyed the surface location before beginning the drilling operation.
Os engenheiros inspecionaram a localização da superfície antes de iniciar a operação de perfuração.
3. The visible or accessible point from which subsurface resources are accessed or monitored
The surface location must be accessible for maintenance and monitoring equipment.
A localização da superfície deve ser acessível para equipamento de manutenção e monitoramento.
This term is predominantly used in technical and industrial contexts, particularly in Brazil's oil and gas sector which is significant in the economy. The term gained importance with Brazil's offshore drilling development in the Campos Basin and pre-sal reserves. It is rarely used in everyday conversation and is specialized jargon within petroleum engineering and geology communities.
Related Idioms & Phrases
locate the surface location
mark the surface location
survey the surface location
abandon the surface location
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