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Geomechanical and Petrophysical Properties of Mudrocks
Geomechanical and Petrophysical Properties of Mudrocks
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Author(s)
J. Mecklenburgh;
J. Mecklenburgh
University of Manchester, UK
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The Geological Society of London
Volume
454
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Gold Open Access: This article is published under the terms of the CC-BY 3.0 license.
ISBN electronic:
978-1-78620-335-9
Publication date:
January 01, 2017
A surge of interest in the geomechanical and petrophysical properties of mudrocks (shales) has taken place in recent years following the development of a shale gas industry in the United States and elsewhere, and with the prospect of similar developments in the UK. Also, these rocks are of particular importance in excavation and construction geotechnics and other rock engineering applications, such as underground natural gas storage, carbon dioxide disposal and radioactive waste storage. They may greatly influence the stability of natural and engineered slopes. Mudrocks, which make up almost three-quarters of all the sedimentary rocks on Earth, therefore impact on many areas of applied geoscience.
This volume focuses on the mechanical behaviour and various physical properties of mudrocks. The 15 chapters are grouped into three themes: (i) physical properties such as porosity, permeability, fluid flow through cracks, strength and geotechnical behaviour; (ii) mineralogy and microstructure, which control geomechanical behaviour; and (iii) fracture, both in laboratory studies and in the field.
Geomechanical and Petrophysical Properties of Mudrocks
Author(s): E. H. Rutter, J. Mecklenburgh, K. Taylor
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1144/SP454
ISBN (print): 978-1-78620-316-8
ISBN (electronic): 978-1-78620-335-9
Publisher: The Geological Society of London
Published: 2017
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Table of Contents
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Introduction
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Geomechanical and petrophysical properties of mudrocks: introductionAuthor(s)Ernest Rutter;Ernest RutterSchool of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Manchester Manchester M13 9PL, UK*Correspondence: e.rutter@manchester.ac.ukSearch for other works by this author on:Julian Mecklenburgh;Julian MecklenburghSchool of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Manchester Manchester M13 9PL, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Kevin TaylorKevin TaylorSchool of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Manchester Manchester M13 9PL, UKSearch for other works by this author on:
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Petrophysical properties
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Determining the porosity of mudrocks using methodological pluralismAuthor(s)Andreas Busch;Andreas Busch1Shell Global Solutions International, Kessler Park 1, 2288GS Rijswijk, The Netherlands6Heriot-Watt University, Lyell Centre, Research Avenue S, Edinburgh EH14 4AS, UK*Correspondence: a.busch@hw.ac.ukSearch for other works by this author on:Kevin Schweinar;Kevin Schweinar1Shell Global Solutions International, Kessler Park 1, 2288GS Rijswijk, The Netherlands2Clay and Interface Mineralogy, RWTH Aachen University, Bunsenstrasse 8, 52072 Aachen, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:Niko Kampman;Niko Kampman1Shell Global Solutions International, Kessler Park 1, 2288GS Rijswijk, The NetherlandsSearch for other works by this author on:Ab Coorn;Ab Coorn1Shell Global Solutions International, Kessler Park 1, 2288GS Rijswijk, The NetherlandsSearch for other works by this author on:Vitaliy Pipich;Vitaliy Pipich3Jülich Centre for Neutron Science (JCNS) at Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Zentrum (MLZ), Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH, Lichtenbergstrasse 1, 85748 Garching, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:Artem Feoktystov;Artem Feoktystov3Jülich Centre for Neutron Science (JCNS) at Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Zentrum (MLZ), Forschungszentrum Jülich GmbH, Lichtenbergstrasse 1, 85748 Garching, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:Leon Leu;Leon Leu1Shell Global Solutions International, Kessler Park 1, 2288GS Rijswijk, The Netherlands4Department of Earth Science and Engineering, Imperial College London, London SW7 2AZ, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Alexandra Amann-Hildenbrand;Alexandra Amann-Hildenbrand5Institute of Geology and Geochemistry of Petroleum and Coal, Energy and Mineral Resources Group (EMR), RWTH Aachen University, Lochnerstrasse 4-20, D-52056 Aachen, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:Pieter BertierPieter Bertier2Clay and Interface Mineralogy, RWTH Aachen University, Bunsenstrasse 8, 52072 Aachen, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:
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Microstructural controls on the pressure-dependent permeability of Whitby mudstoneAuthor(s)Rosanne McKernan;Rosanne McKernan1Present address: Shell International Ltd. 40 Bank Street, London E14 5NR, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Julian Mecklenburgh;Julian MecklenburghSchool of Earth and Environmental Sciences, The University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9PL, UK*Correspondence: mecklenburgh@manchester.ac.ukSearch for other works by this author on:Ernie Rutter;Ernie RutterSchool of Earth and Environmental Sciences, The University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9PL, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Kevin TaylorKevin TaylorSchool of Earth and Environmental Sciences, The University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9PL, UKSearch for other works by this author on:
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Hydraulic conductivity of bedding-parallel cracks in shale as a function of shear and normal stressAuthor(s)Ernest H. Rutter;Ernest H. RutterRock Deformation Laboratory, School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PL, UK*Correspondence: e.rutter@manchester.ac.ukSearch for other works by this author on:Julian MecklenburghJulian MecklenburghRock Deformation Laboratory, School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PL, UKSearch for other works by this author on:
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The effect of microstructural heterogeneity on pore size distribution and permeability in Opalinus Clay (Mont Terri, Switzerland): insights from an integrated study of laboratory fluid flow and pore morphology from BIB-SEM imagesAuthor(s)T. Philipp;T. Philipp1Structural Geology, Tectonics and Geomechanics, Energy and Mineral Resources Group (EMR), RWTH Aachen University, Lochnerstrasse 4-20, 52056 Aachen, Germany2Institute of Geology and Geochemistry of Petroleum and Coal, Energy and Mineral Resources Group (EMR), RWTH Aachen University, Lochnerstrasse 4-20, 52056 Aachen, Germany3Present address: Helmholtz-Zentrum Dresden-Rossendorf, Institute of Resource Ecology, Surface Processes Division, Bautzener Landstrasse 400, 01328 Dresden, Germany*Correspondence: t.philipp@hzdr.deSearch for other works by this author on:A. Amann-Hildenbrand;A. Amann-Hildenbrand2Institute of Geology and Geochemistry of Petroleum and Coal, Energy and Mineral Resources Group (EMR), RWTH Aachen University, Lochnerstrasse 4-20, 52056 Aachen, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:B. Laurich;B. Laurich1Structural Geology, Tectonics and Geomechanics, Energy and Mineral Resources Group (EMR), RWTH Aachen University, Lochnerstrasse 4-20, 52056 Aachen, Germany4Present address: Federal Institute for Geosciences and Natural Resources (BGR), Stilleweg 2, D-30655 Hannover, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:G. Desbois;G. Desbois1Structural Geology, Tectonics and Geomechanics, Energy and Mineral Resources Group (EMR), RWTH Aachen University, Lochnerstrasse 4-20, 52056 Aachen, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:R. Littke;R. Littke2Institute of Geology and Geochemistry of Petroleum and Coal, Energy and Mineral Resources Group (EMR), RWTH Aachen University, Lochnerstrasse 4-20, 52056 Aachen, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:J. L. UraiJ. L. Urai1Structural Geology, Tectonics and Geomechanics, Energy and Mineral Resources Group (EMR), RWTH Aachen University, Lochnerstrasse 4-20, 52056 Aachen, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:
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Stress-dependence of porosity and permeability of the Upper Jurassic Bossier shale: an experimental studyAuthor(s)R. Fink;R. FinkInstitute of Geology and Geochemistry of Petroleum and Coal, Energy and Mineral Resources Group (EMR), RWTH Aachen University, Lochnerstrasse 4-20, D-52056 Aachen, Germany*Correspondence: Reinhard.fink@emr.rwth-aachen.deSearch for other works by this author on:B. M. Krooss;B. M. KroossInstitute of Geology and Geochemistry of Petroleum and Coal, Energy and Mineral Resources Group (EMR), RWTH Aachen University, Lochnerstrasse 4-20, D-52056 Aachen, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:A. Amann-HildenbrandA. Amann-HildenbrandInstitute of Geology and Geochemistry of Petroleum and Coal, Energy and Mineral Resources Group (EMR), RWTH Aachen University, Lochnerstrasse 4-20, D-52056 Aachen, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:
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Gas transport properties through intact and fractured Callovo-Oxfordian mudstonesAuthor(s)Jon F. Harrington;Jon F. Harrington1British Geological Survey, Keyworth, Nottingham, UK*Correspondence: jfha@bgs.ac.ukSearch for other works by this author on:Robert J. Cuss;Robert J. Cuss1British Geological Survey, Keyworth, Nottingham, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Jean TalandierJean Talandier2Agence Nationale pour la Gestion des Déchets Radioactifs (Andra), 1/7, rue Jean Monnet, Parc de la Croix-Blanche, 92298 Châtenay-Malabry cedex, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:
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Modelling of CO2 diffusion and related poro-elastic effects in a smectite-rich cap rock above a reservoir used for CO2 storageAuthor(s)Hendrik M. Wentinck;Hendrik M. Wentinck1Shell Global Solutions International B.V., Kessler Park 1, 2288GS Rijswijk, The Netherlands*Correspondence: rick.wentinck@shell.comSearch for other works by this author on:Andreas BuschAndreas Busch2Heriot-Watt University, Lyell Centre, Research Avenue S, Edinburgh EH14 4AS, UKSearch for other works by this author on:
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Microstructure and mineralogy
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Correlative multi-scale imaging of shales: a review and future perspectivesAuthor(s)Lin Ma;Lin Ma1Manchester X-ray Imaging Facility, School of Materials, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PJ, UK2School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9WJ, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Anne-Laure Fauchille;Anne-Laure Fauchille1Manchester X-ray Imaging Facility, School of Materials, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PJ, UK3Research Complex at Harwell, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell, Oxfordshire OX11 0FA, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Patrick J. Dowey;Patrick J. Dowey2School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9WJ, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Fernando Figueroa Pilz;Fernando Figueroa Pilz1Manchester X-ray Imaging Facility, School of Materials, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PJ, UK3Research Complex at Harwell, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell, Oxfordshire OX11 0FA, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Loic Courtois;Loic Courtois1Manchester X-ray Imaging Facility, School of Materials, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PJ, UK3Research Complex at Harwell, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell, Oxfordshire OX11 0FA, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Kevin G. Taylor;Kevin G. Taylor2School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9WJ, UK*Correspondence: kevin.taylor@manchester.ac.ukSearch for other works by this author on:Peter D. LeePeter D. Lee1Manchester X-ray Imaging Facility, School of Materials, University of Manchester, Manchester M13 9PJ, UK3Research Complex at Harwell, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell, Oxfordshire OX11 0FA, UKSearch for other works by this author on:
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Water vapour sorption on mudrocksAuthor(s)Timo Seemann;Timo Seemann1Clay and Interface Mineralogy, RWTH Aachen University, Bunsenstrasse 8, 52072 Aachen, Germany*Correspondence: timo.seemann@sckcen.beSearch for other works by this author on:Pieter Bertier;Pieter Bertier1Clay and Interface Mineralogy, RWTH Aachen University, Bunsenstrasse 8, 52072 Aachen, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:Bernhard M. Krooss;Bernhard M. Krooss2Institute of Geology and Geochemistry of Petroleum and Coal, RWTH Aachen University, Lochnerstrasse 4-20, D-52056 Aachen, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:Helge StanjekHelge Stanjek1Clay and Interface Mineralogy, RWTH Aachen University, Bunsenstrasse 8, 52072 Aachen, GermanySearch for other works by this author on:
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Mineralogical characterization of coal samples relevant to coal bed methane porosity and permeability concernsAuthor(s)C. Cuff;C. Cuff1C&R Consulting Pty Ltd, PO Box 1777, Thuringowa Central, Queensland 4817, Australia*Correspondence: chris@candrconsulting.com.auSearch for other works by this author on:M. Corkeron;M. Corkeron1C&R Consulting Pty Ltd, PO Box 1777, Thuringowa Central, Queensland 4817, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:C. E. Rasmussen;C. E. Rasmussen1C&R Consulting Pty Ltd, PO Box 1777, Thuringowa Central, Queensland 4817, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:A. Bush;A. Bush1C&R Consulting Pty Ltd, PO Box 1777, Thuringowa Central, Queensland 4817, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:K. CamutiK. Camuti2Lantana Exploration Pty Ltd, PO Box 5026, Townsville, Queensland 4810, AustraliaSearch for other works by this author on:
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The importance of illitic minerals in shale instability and in unconventional hydrocarbon reservoirsAuthor(s)M. J. Wilson;M. J. Wilson1James Hutton Institute, Craigiebuckler, Aberdeen AB15 8QH, UK2Department of Geology and Minerals Prospecting, Geology & Petroleum Engineering Institute, Tomsk Polytechnic University, Tomsk 634050, Russia*Correspondence: jeff.wilson@hutton.ac.ukSearch for other works by this author on:L. Wilson;L. Wilson1James Hutton Institute, Craigiebuckler, Aberdeen AB15 8QH, UKSearch for other works by this author on:M. V. ShaldybinM. V. Shaldybin2Department of Geology and Minerals Prospecting, Geology & Petroleum Engineering Institute, Tomsk Polytechnic University, Tomsk 634050, RussiaSearch for other works by this author on:
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The influence of diagenetic and mineralogical factors on the breakdown and geotechnical properties of mudrocksAuthor(s)John C. Cripps;John C. Cripps1Department of Civil and Structural Engineering, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, S1 3JD, UK*Correspondence: j.c.cripps@sheffield.ac.ukSearch for other works by this author on:Mourice A. CzerewkoMourice A. Czerewko2Associate Engineering Geologist, AECOM, Chesterfield, S41 7SL, UKSearch for other works by this author on:
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Fracture
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Effect of temperature on the fracture toughness of anisotropic shale and other rocksAuthor(s)Michael R. Chandler;Michael R. Chandler1Rock and Ice Physics Laboratory, Department of Earth Sciences, University College London, UK2Present address: School of Earth, Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences, The University of Manchester, UK*Correspondence: mike.chandler@manchester.ac.ukSearch for other works by this author on:Philip G. Meredith;Philip G. Meredith1Rock and Ice Physics Laboratory, Department of Earth Sciences, University College London, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Nicolas Brantut;Nicolas Brantut1Rock and Ice Physics Laboratory, Department of Earth Sciences, University College London, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Brian R. CrawfordBrian R. Crawford3ExxonMobil URC, Houston, TX, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Strain superposition and fault stability during sequential hydraulic fracturingAuthor(s)T. R. HarperT. R. Harper1Geosphere Limited, Netherton Farm, Sheepwash, Beaworthy, Devon EX21 5PL, UK2College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences, University of Exeter, North Park Road, Exeter EX4 4QF, UK*Correspondence: timharper@geosphere.uk.comSearch for other works by this author on:
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Integrating induced seismicity with rock mechanics: a conceptual model for the 2011 Preese Hall fracture development and induced seismicityAuthor(s)Rob WestawayRob WestawaySchool of Engineering, University of Glasgow, James Watt (South) Building, Glasgow G12 8QQ, UK robert.westaway@glasgow.ac.ukSearch for other works by this author on:
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