A Novel Analytical Technique for Evaluating Fractured and Non-Fractured Reservoirs

A Novel Analytical Technique for Evaluating Fractured and Non-Fractured Reservoirs
Author: Zohreh Movahed
Publisher: Cambridge Scholars Publishing
Total Pages: 205
Release: 2024-08-09
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1036410005

In the complex field of carbonate reservoir evaluation, the intricate structural features present significant obstacles. This study tackles the essential task of structural delineation, with a particular focus on fractured reservoirs, and highlights the crucial influence of permeability on the performance of wells and reservoirs. The Oil Based Mud Micro-Imager - resistivity of invading zone (OBMI-Rxo) offers a high-resolution curve that is sensitive to fluid mobility near the borehole wall, although it is often underexploited by oil companies. Maintaining borehole stability after drilling is critical for ensuring the longevity of wells. This research introduces a holistic workflow that combines borehole imagery, petrophysical logs, the Modular Formation Dynamics Tester (MDT), Xpress Pressure Tool (XPT), and core samples for sophisticated formation evaluation in both carbonate fractured and clastic reservoirs. The study reveals new insights into reservoir structure, fracture detection, visualization of rock texture, and permeability distribution, thereby improving our understanding of well conditions in these challenging geological environments.

Geologic Analysis of Naturally Fractured Reservoirs

Geologic Analysis of Naturally Fractured Reservoirs
Author: Ronald Nelson
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 353
Release: 2001-08-24
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0080507298

Geologists, engineers, and petrophysicists concerned with hydrocarbon production from naturally fractured reservoirs will find this book a valuable tool for obtaining pertinent rock data to evaluate reserves and optimize well location and performance. Nelson emphasizes geological, petrophysical, and rock mechanics to complement other studies of the subject that use well logging and classical engineering approaches. This well organized, updated edition contains a wealth of field and laboratory data, case histories, and practical advice. - A great how-to-guide for anyone working with fractured or highly anisotropic reservoirs - Provides real-life illustrations through case histories and field and laboratory data

Naturally Fractured Reservoirs

Naturally Fractured Reservoirs
Author: Roberto Aguilera
Publisher: PennWell Books
Total Pages: 730
Release: 1980
Genre: Science
ISBN:

This book deals exclusively with naturally fractured reservoirs and includes many subjects usually treated in separate volumes. A highly practical edition, Naturally Fractured Reservoirs is written for students, reservoir geologists, log analysts and petroleum engineers.

Multiphase Fluid Flow in Porous and Fractured Reservoirs

Multiphase Fluid Flow in Porous and Fractured Reservoirs
Author: Yu-Shu Wu
Publisher: Gulf Professional Publishing
Total Pages: 420
Release: 2015-09-23
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0128039116

Multiphase Fluid Flow in Porous and Fractured Reservoirs discusses the process of modeling fluid flow in petroleum and natural gas reservoirs, a practice that has become increasingly complex thanks to multiple fractures in horizontal drilling and the discovery of more unconventional reservoirs and resources. The book updates the reservoir engineer of today with the latest developments in reservoir simulation by combining a powerhouse of theory, analytical, and numerical methods to create stronger verification and validation modeling methods, ultimately improving recovery in stagnant and complex reservoirs. Going beyond the standard topics in past literature, coverage includes well treatment, Non-Newtonian fluids and rheological models, multiphase fluid coupled with geomechanics in reservoirs, and modeling applications for unconventional petroleum resources. The book equips today's reservoir engineer and modeler with the most relevant tools and knowledge to establish and solidify stronger oil and gas recovery. - Delivers updates on recent developments in reservoir simulation such as modeling approaches for multiphase flow simulation of fractured media and unconventional reservoirs - Explains analytical solutions and approaches as well as applications to modeling verification for today's reservoir problems, such as evaluating saturation and pressure profiles and recovery factors or displacement efficiency - Utilize practical codes and programs featured from online companion website

Well Test Analysis

Well Test Analysis
Author: R. Raghavan
Publisher: Prentice Hall
Total Pages: 584
Release: 1993
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN:

An account of responses in wells producing fluids (hydrocarbons, water, steam) from subterranean porous formations. The reference explains the theories forming the basis of procedures for estimating the properties of underground reservoirs, and the underlying assumptions of well test analysis.

Rock Fractures and Fluid Flow

Rock Fractures and Fluid Flow
Author: Committee on Fracture Characterization and Fluid Flow
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 568
Release: 1996-09-10
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0309563488

Scientific understanding of fluid flow in rock fractures--a process underlying contemporary earth science problems from the search for petroleum to the controversy over nuclear waste storage--has grown significantly in the past 20 years. This volume presents a comprehensive report on the state of the field, with an interdisciplinary viewpoint, case studies of fracture sites, illustrations, conclusions, and research recommendations. The book addresses these questions: How can fractures that are significant hydraulic conductors be identified, located, and characterized? How do flow and transport occur in fracture systems? How can changes in fracture systems be predicted and controlled? Among other topics, the committee provides a geomechanical understanding of fracture formation, reviews methods for detecting subsurface fractures, and looks at the use of hydraulic and tracer tests to investigate fluid flow. The volume examines the state of conceptual and mathematical modeling, and it provides a useful framework for understanding the complexity of fracture changes that occur during fluid pumping and other engineering practices. With a practical and multidisciplinary outlook, this volume will be welcomed by geologists, petroleum geologists, geoengineers, geophysicists, hydrologists, researchers, educators and students in these fields, and public officials involved in geological projects.

Shale Oil and Gas Production Processes

Shale Oil and Gas Production Processes
Author: James G. Speight
Publisher: Gulf Professional Publishing
Total Pages: 1048
Release: 2019-11-18
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0128133325

Shale Oil and Gas Production Processes delivers the basics on current production technologies and the processing and refining of shale oil. Starting with the potential of formations and then proceeding to production and completion, this foundational resource also dives into the chemical and physical nature of the precursor of oil shale, kerogen, to help users understand and optimize its properties in shale. Rounding out with reporting, in situ retorting, refining and environmental aspects, this book gives engineers and managers a strong starting point on how to manage the challenges and processes necessary for the further development of these complex resources. - Helps readers grasp current research on production from shale formations, including properties and composition - Fill in the gaps between research and practical application, including discussions of existing literature - Includes a glossary to help readers fully understand key concepts