We’re getting the inside scoop on a revolutionary drill bit design from Vasili Borissov, CEO of Cool Edge Bits. Inspired by his father—a rocket scientist, no less—Vasili is using aerospace engineering principles to tackle one of the toughest problems in drilling: heat. Traditional drill bits just can’t handle the temps, but Cool Edge Bits has cracked the code by cutting down the heat by 33% with smartly placed ports, doubling drilling speed in the process. Vasili, a former tennis pro with an eye for innovation, shares his journey into oil and gas, the challenges of bringing new tech to a legacy industry, and the value of fresh perspectives. Get ready for a fascinating look at how Cool Edge is changing the game in drilling!

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00:00 - Intro
00:20 - What Makes Cool Edge Bits Special
05:18 - Growing Up in Russia
07:00 - Your Dad Sounds Like a Badass
11:40 - Transition from Tennis to Business
17:30 - Cool Edge Bits Technology
18:00 - Cool Edge Bits Business Model
21:50 - Outro
22:55 - Final Thoughts
25:50 - How to Get in Touch with Ali

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