| Priority: |
Primary: Chikyu Expedition 348 (riser) |
| Position: |
33°18.507′N, 136°38.2029′E |
| Water depth (m): |
1968 |
| Target drilling depth (mbsf): |
3600 |
| Approved maximum penetration (mbsf): |
7000 |
| Survey coverage: (track map; seismic profile): |
Extensive data from 3-D seismic data:
• In-line 2553
• Cross Line 6228
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| Objective(s): |
• Drill and case hole
• Take cuttings and core samples to define lithostratigraphy, physical properties, and composition
• Constrain in situ stress and pore pressure
• Prepare hole for future expedition |
| Drilling, coring, and downhole measurement program: |
Chikyu Expedition 348:
• RCB coring (2300–2400 mbsf)
• LWD/MWD
• Cuttings analysis
• Mud gas analysis |
| Anticipated lithology: |
Hemipelagic mud, mudstone, and siltstone/sandstone |
