HYDRAULIC FRACTURING AND HDD: A POWERFUL COMBINATION IN OIL EXTRACTION Hydraulic fracturing (fracking) has revolutionized modern oil and gas recovery by creating fractures in reservoir rocks to release trapped hydrocarbons. When paired with Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD), this technique becomes even more effective, allowing engineers to reach previously inaccessible reserves through precise underground pathways. This integration not only boosts production but also minimizes surface disrup