Electric generators powered by large diesel engines (the prime movers) generate electricity that move the heavy rig equipment such as the rotary table (or top drive), mud pumps and drawworks. Electric drill rigs are more expensive than mechanical rigs, but offer some nice advantages in return.
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[pdf] A down-the-hole drill, usually called DTH Drilling Rig, is basically a mini jackhammer screwed on the bottom of a drill string. The speedy hammer activity breaks hard stone into little flakes and dust and can be dismissed evident by the air exhaust in the DTH hammer.
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