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Matting - ANSWER-Supports the sub structure of the rig. Substructure - ANSWER-Supports the weight of the derrick and provides a working area for the rig crew known as the rig floor. The purpose of the substructure is to? - ANSWER-Support the weight of the derrick, drill string, and rotary system. Monkey Board - ANSWER-is used by the derrick man to rack pipe while tripping. Traveling Block - ANSWER-This enclosed set of sheaves and pulleys travels up and down inside the derrick. Crown Block - ANSWER-This stationary set of sheaves and pulleys serves as the upper fulcrum for moving the traveling block. Drawworks - ANSWER-This machine is used to reel in and reel out drilling line. Swivel - ANSWER-This component transfers high volumes of drilling mud to the drill string while allowing it to rotate. Kelly - ANSWER-This component is used to transmit rotary motion to the drill string while allowing the drill string to be lowered or raised during rotation. A top drive rotates the drill string from the top with a motor that moves with the traveling block - ANSWER-True Flow Loop - ANSWER-Mud Tanks > Mud Pumps > Shock Hose > Mud Line > Stand Pipe > Swivel > Drill String > Bit > Annulus > Flow Line > Shaker > Mud Tanks The three primary functions of drilling mud are - ANSWER-Control subsurface pressure Transport cuttings Stabilize and lubricate the wellbore. Where is mud stored on surface? - ANSWER-Mud Tanks While it can vary from rig to rig, pulsation dampeners are typically set to 40-60% of standpipe pressure? true or false - ANSWER-False