Abstract：The problem of wellbore collapse in porous media is studied. Based on solid mechanics，the special stress-strain relationship for porous media is determined. Porous fluid pressure is also presented by using permeable mechanics method. The finite element model and stress analysis program are developed for the given problem. The drilling fluid density for wellbore stability can be calculated by this method.
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