Advances in the Study of Fractured Reservoirs

Naturally fractured reservoirs constitute a substantial percentage of remaining hydrocarbon resources; they create exploration targets in otherwise impermeable rocks, including under-explored crystalline basement; and they can be used as geological stores for anthropogenic carbon dioxide. Their complex behaviour during production has traditionally proved difficult to predict, causing a large degree of uncertainty in reservoir development. The applied study of naturally fractured reservoirs seeks to constrain this uncertainty by developing new understanding, and is necessarily a broad, integrated, interdisciplinary topic. This book addresses some of the challenges and advances in knowledge, approaches, concepts, and methods used to characterize the interplay of rock matrix and fracture networks, relevant to fluid flow and hydrocarbon recovery. Topics include: describing, characterizing and identifying controls on fracture networks from outcrops, cores, geophysical data, digital and numerical models; geomechanical influences on reservoir behaviour; numerical modelling and simulation of fluid flow; and case studies of the exploration and development of carbonate, siliciclastic and metamorphic naturally fractured reservoirs.
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Advances in the study of naturally fractured hydrocarbon reservoirs: a broad integrated interdisciplinary applied topicAuthor(s)Guy H. Spence;Guy H. Spence1School of Earth Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences, University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9PL, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Gary D. Couples;Gary D. Couples2Institute of Petroleum Engineering, Heriot-Watt University, EdinburghEH14 4AS, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Tim G. Bevan;Tim G. Bevan3BP Exploration, BP International Centre for Business & Technology, Chertsey Road, Sunbury-on-Thames, Middlesex TW16 7LN, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Roberto Aguilera;Roberto Aguilera4Schulich School of Engineering, University of Calgary, Room CCIT 220, 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta T2N 1N4, CanadaSearch for other works by this author on:John W. Cosgrove;John W. Cosgrove5Department of Earth Sciences and Engineering, Imperial College London, South Kensington Campus, London SW7 2AZ, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Jean-Marc Daniel;Jean-Marc Daniel6IFP Energies Nouvelles, 1 & 4 avenue de Bois-Préau, 92852 Rueil-Malmaison Cedex, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:Jonathan RedfernJonathan Redfern1School of Earth Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences, University of Manchester, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9PL, UKSearch for other works by this author on:
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Investigating fracture networks using outcrop, core and geophysical data
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Sedimentological controls on the fracture distribution and network development in Mesaverde Group sandstone lithofacies, Uinta Basin, Utah, USAAuthor(s)Ryan Sonntag;Ryan Sonntag1The Department of Geology, Utah State University, 4505 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322, USA3Chesapeake Energy Corporation, P.O. Box 18496, Oklahoma City, OK 73154, USASearch for other works by this author on:James P. Evans;James P. Evans1The Department of Geology, Utah State University, 4505 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322, USASearch for other works by this author on:Paul La Pointe;Paul La Pointe2Golder Associates Inc. 18300 NE Union Hill Road, Suite 200, Redmond, WA 98052, USASearch for other works by this author on:Meagan Deraps;Meagan Deraps1The Department of Geology, Utah State University, 4505 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322, USASearch for other works by this author on:Hope Sisley;Hope Sisley2Golder Associates Inc. 18300 NE Union Hill Road, Suite 200, Redmond, WA 98052, USASearch for other works by this author on:David RicheyDavid Richey1The Department of Geology, Utah State University, 4505 Old Main Hill, Logan, UT 84322, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Fault linkage and damage zone architecture in tight carbonate rocks in the Suez Rift (Egypt): implications for permeability structure along segmented normal faultsAuthor(s)A. Rotevatn;A. Rotevatn1Department of Earth Science, University of Bergen, Allégaten 41, 5007 Bergen, Norway2Uni CIPR, University of Bergen, Allégaten 41, 5007 Bergen, NorwaySearch for other works by this author on:E. BastesenE. Bastesen2Uni CIPR, University of Bergen, Allégaten 41, 5007 Bergen, NorwaySearch for other works by this author on:
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Quantifying fracture density and connectivity of fractured chalk reservoirs from core samples: implications for fluid flowAuthor(s)D. A. Sagi;D. A. Sagi1Earth Sciences Department, Durham University, South Road, Durham DH1 3LE, UK2Getech, Kitson House, Elmete Hall, Elmete Lane, Leeds LS8 2LJ, UKSearch for other works by this author on:M. Arnhild;M. Arnhild3MAERSK Oil, Esplanaden 50, 1263 Copenhagen K, DenmarkSearch for other works by this author on:J. F. KarloJ. F. Karlo3MAERSK Oil, Esplanaden 50, 1263 Copenhagen K, DenmarkSearch for other works by this author on:
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Characterizing discontinuities in naturally fractured outcrop analogues and rock core: the need to consider fracture development over geological timeAuthor(s)S. R. HencherS. R. Hencher1Halcrow Group, Elms House, 43 Brook Green, London W6 7EF, UK2School of Earth and Environment, University of Leeds, Leeds LS2 9JT, UK (e-mail: [email protected])Search for other works by this author on:
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Numerical and statistical simulations and models
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What can we learn from high-resolution numerical simulations of single- and multi-phase fluid flow in fractured outcrop analogues?Author(s)Sebastian Geiger;Sebastian Geiger1Institute of Petroleum Engineering, Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh EH14 4AS, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Stephan MatthäiStephan Matthäi2School of Petroleum Engineering, Montan University of Leoben, Max-Tendler-Strasse 4, 8700 Leoben, AustriaSearch for other works by this author on:
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Fluid flow through porous sandstone with overprinting and intersecting geological structures of various typesAuthor(s)Xiaoxian Zhou;Xiaoxian Zhou1Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305-2115, USASearch for other works by this author on:Mohammad Karimi-Fard;Mohammad Karimi-Fard2Department of Energy Resources Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305-2220, USASearch for other works by this author on:Louis J. Durlofsky;Louis J. Durlofsky2Department of Energy Resources Engineering, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305-2220, USASearch for other works by this author on:Atilla AydinAtilla Aydin1Department of Geological and Environmental Sciences, Stanford University, Stanford, CA 94305-2115, USASearch for other works by this author on:
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Influences of nodular chert rhythmites on natural fracture networks in carbonates: an outcrop and two-dimensional discrete element modelling studyAuthor(s)Guy H. Spence;Guy H. Spence1NARG, Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences, Manchester University, Manchester M13 9PL, UK2Basin Studies and Petroleum Geoscience, Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences, Manchester University, Manchester M13 9PL, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Emma FinchEmma Finch2Basin Studies and Petroleum Geoscience, Department of Earth, Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences, Manchester University, Manchester M13 9PL, UKSearch for other works by this author on:
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Sills as fractured hydrocarbon reservoirs: examples and modelsAuthor(s)Agust Gudmundsson;Agust Gudmundsson1Department of Earth Sciences, Royal Holloway University of London, Egham, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Ingrid F. LøtveitIngrid F. Løtveit2Tectonor AS, P.O. Box 8034, NO-4068 Stavanger, NorwaySearch for other works by this author on:
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A methodology to characterize fractured reservoirs constrained by statistical geological analysis and production: a real field case studyAuthor(s)Matthieu Delorme;Matthieu Delorme1IFP Energies nouvelles, 1 et 4 avenue de Bois-Préau, 92852 Rueil-Malmaison, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:Rosane Oliveira Mota;Rosane Oliveira Mota2Petrobras, UO-RIO/ATP-BRC/RES, Av Presidente Vargas 3131/1401, Rio de Janeiro, BrazilSearch for other works by this author on:Nina Khvoenkova;Nina Khvoenkova1IFP Energies nouvelles, 1 et 4 avenue de Bois-Préau, 92852 Rueil-Malmaison, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:André Fourno;André Fourno1IFP Energies nouvelles, 1 et 4 avenue de Bois-Préau, 92852 Rueil-Malmaison, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:Benoit NœtingerBenoit Nœtinger1IFP Energies nouvelles, 1 et 4 avenue de Bois-Préau, 92852 Rueil-Malmaison, FranceSearch for other works by this author on:
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Case studies
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Characterization of highly fractured basement, Say’un Masila Basin, YemenAuthor(s)Ann Murray;Ann Murray1Wildcat Geoscience Limited, Dryburgh Grange, Fintray, Aberdeenshire AB21 0YT, UKSearch for other works by this author on:David W. MontgomeryDavid W. Montgomery2Dove Energy, Yemen Limited, 8th Floor Salvesen Tower, Blaikies Quay, Aberdeen AB11 5PW, UKSearch for other works by this author on:
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Integration of outcrop and subsurface data during the development of a naturally fractured Eocene carbonate reservoir at the East Ras Budran concession, Gulf of Suez, EgyptAuthor(s)William Bosworth;William Bosworth1Apache Egypt Companies, 11 Street 281, New Maadi, Cairo, EgyptSearch for other works by this author on:Samir Khalil;Samir Khalil2Department of Geological and Biological Sciences, Suez Canal University, El Arish Branch, EgyptSearch for other works by this author on:Alan Clare;Alan Clare3Qarun Petroleum Company, Cairo, EgyptSearch for other works by this author on:Joe Comisky;Joe Comisky4Apache Corporation, 2000 Post Oak Boulevard, Suite 100, Houston, Texas 77056, USASearch for other works by this author on:Hany Abdelal;Hany Abdelal1Apache Egypt Companies, 11 Street 281, New Maadi, Cairo, EgyptSearch for other works by this author on:George KokkorosGeorge Kokkoros3Qarun Petroleum Company, Cairo, EgyptSearch for other works by this author on:
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The Machar Oil Field, UK Central North Sea: impact of seismic reprocessing on the development of a complex fractured chalk fieldAuthor(s)M. V. Ward;M. V. Ward1BP Exploration and Operating Company, 1 Wellheads Terrace, Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 7PB, UKSearch for other works by this author on:C. Pearse;C. Pearse1BP Exploration and Operating Company, 1 Wellheads Terrace, Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 7PB, UK2BP Exploration and Operating Company, Sunbury Business Park, Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex TW16 7LN, UKSearch for other works by this author on:Y. Jehanno;Y. Jehanno1BP Exploration and Operating Company, 1 Wellheads Terrace, Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 7PB, UK3Conoco Philips UK Ltd, Rubislaw House, Anderson Drive, Aberdeen AB15 6FZ, UKSearch for other works by this author on:M. O’Hanlon;M. O’Hanlon1BP Exploration and Operating Company, 1 Wellheads Terrace, Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 7PB, UKSearch for other works by this author on:A. Zett;A. Zett1BP Exploration and Operating Company, 1 Wellheads Terrace, Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 7PB, UKSearch for other works by this author on:D. HoulistonD. Houliston1BP Exploration and Operating Company, 1 Wellheads Terrace, Dyce, Aberdeen AB21 7PB, UKSearch for other works by this author on:
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Dual-porosity fractured Miocene syn-rift dolomite reservoir in the Issaran Field (Gulf of Suez, Egypt): a case history of the zonal isolation of highly fractured water carrier bedAuthor(s)Ati Saoudi;Ati Saoudi1Exploration Department, Scimitar Egypt Limited, Cairo, EgyptSearch for other works by this author on:Adel R. Moustafa;Adel R. Moustafa2Faculty of Science, Ain Shams University, Cairo 11566, EgyptSearch for other works by this author on:Ramadan I. Farag;Ramadan I. Farag1Exploration Department, Scimitar Egypt Limited, Cairo, EgyptSearch for other works by this author on:Maher M. Omara;Maher M. Omara1Exploration Department, Scimitar Egypt Limited, Cairo, EgyptSearch for other works by this author on:Hossam Wally;Hossam Wally1Exploration Department, Scimitar Egypt Limited, Cairo, EgyptSearch for other works by this author on:Ahmed Fouad;Ahmed Fouad1Exploration Department, Scimitar Egypt Limited, Cairo, EgyptSearch for other works by this author on:Amr Tag;Amr Tag1Exploration Department, Scimitar Egypt Limited, Cairo, EgyptSearch for other works by this author on:Ramy Z. RagabRamy Z. Ragab1Exploration Department, Scimitar Egypt Limited, Cairo, EgyptSearch for other works by this author on:
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The importance of natural fractures in a tight reservoir for potential CO2 storage: a case study of the upper Triassic–middle Jurassic Kapp Toscana Group (Spitsbergen, Arctic Norway)Author(s)K. Ogata;K. Ogata1University Centre in Svalbard (UNIS), PO Box 56, 9171 Longyearbyen, NorwaySearch for other works by this author on:K. Senger;K. Senger1University Centre in Svalbard (UNIS), PO Box 56, 9171 Longyearbyen, Norway2Centre for Integrated Petroleum Research (CIPR), Uni Research, Allégaten 41, 5020 Bergen, Norway3Department of Earth Science, University of Bergen, Allégaten 41, 5020 Bergen, NorwaySearch for other works by this author on:A. Braathen;A. Braathen1University Centre in Svalbard (UNIS), PO Box 56, 9171 Longyearbyen, NorwaySearch for other works by this author on:J. Tveranger;J. Tveranger2Centre for Integrated Petroleum Research (CIPR), Uni Research, Allégaten 41, 5020 Bergen, NorwaySearch for other works by this author on:S. OlaussenS. Olaussen1University Centre in Svalbard (UNIS), PO Box 56, 9171 Longyearbyen, NorwaySearch for other works by this author on:
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