Parameter sensing equipment and method for oil gas well

By integrating detection and installation components, and combining multiple measurement methods and modern information technology, the problems of limited sensing range and poor real-time performance of oil, gas and water well parameters have been solved, enabling comprehensive real-time monitoring and optimization of internal and external well parameters.

CN121897323APending Publication Date: 2026-04-21PETROCHINA CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202411456424.9
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CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
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Filing Date
2024-10-18
Publication Date
2026-04-21

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Technical Problem

Existing oil, gas and water well parameter sensing equipment mainly relies on manual and mechanical sensors, which have limited sensing range and poor real-time performance, making it difficult to obtain detailed parameters inside and outside the well in real time.

Method used

The system employs a parameter sensing device body, detection components, installation components, and warning components, combined with static measurement methods, dynamic measurement methods, acoustic logging, geothermal logging, and smart well technologies, and utilizes IoT, cloud computing, and big data technologies to achieve comprehensive sensing and real-time monitoring.

Benefits of technology

It improves the real-time performance and safety of oil, gas and water well production, enables timely detection of anomalies and optimization of production conditions, provides accurate data support, and enhances measurement accuracy and reliability.

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Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of parameter sensing equipment for oil-gas water wells, in particular to parameter sensing equipment and method for oil-gas water wells. The technical problems that when parameter sensing equipment of the oil gas well is used, manual and mechanical sensors are mainly depended on, the sensing range is limited, the real-time performance is poor, and detailed parameters of the interior and the surrounding environment of the oil gas well are difficult to obtain in real time are solved; according to the technical scheme, the parameter sensing equipment for the oil gas well comprises a parameter sensing equipment body, a detection assembly, a mounting assembly and a warning assembly; compared with a traditional oil-gas well parameter sensing method which has the problems of limited sensing range, poor real-time performance and difficulty in real-time acquisition of detailed parameters of the interior and the surrounding environment of the oil-gas well, the oil-gas well parameter sensing method can comprehensively sense the production working condition of the oil-gas well based on technologies such as the Internet of Things and big data, and the real-time performance of the oil-gas well is improved. Problems in the production process can be found and solved in time, and production efficiency and safety are improved.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of parameter sensing equipment technology for oil, gas and water wells, and particularly to parameter sensing equipment and methods for oil, gas and water wells. Background Technology

[0002] Parameter sensing equipment for oil, gas, and water wells mainly refers to instruments or systems used in the exploration, development, and production of oil, gas, and water wells to monitor, measure, and record various downhole physical and engineering parameters in real time. These devices, by integrating multiple sensors, data acquisition modules, and communication technologies, can accurately sense and transmit various parameter information of oil, gas, and water wells, providing important data for oilfield production management and decision support. However, when using parameter sensing equipment for oil, gas, and water wells, the reliance on manual and mechanical sensors is the main factor, which results in limited sensing range and poor real-time performance, making it difficult to obtain detailed parameters of the internal and surrounding environment of oil, gas, and water wells in real time. Summary of the Invention

[0003] To overcome the problems of limited sensing range and poor real-time performance when using parameter sensing equipment for oil, gas and water wells, which mainly relies on manual and mechanical sensors, making it difficult to obtain detailed parameters of the inside and surrounding environment of oil, gas and water wells in real time.

[0004] The technical solution of the present invention is: a parameter sensing device and method for oil, gas and water wells, comprising a parameter sensing device body, a detection component, an installation component and a warning component. The detection component is provided on the bottom surface of the parameter sensing device body, the installation component is provided on one side of the parameter sensing device body, and the warning component is provided on the top surface of the installation component.

[0005] Preferably, multiple parameters in oil, gas and water wells are detected by a detection component, the parameter sensing device is installed by an installation component, and the warning component alerts the staff.

[0006] Preferably, the detection component includes an electric telescopic rod and a multi-parameter multiphase flow sensor. The electric telescopic rod is installed at the bottom of the main body of the parameter sensing device, and the multi-parameter multiphase flow sensor is installed at the bottom of the electric telescopic rod. In use, the electric telescopic rod drives the multi-parameter multiphase flow sensor to move up and down, and the multi-parameter multiphase flow sensor is detected.

[0007] Preferably, the mounting assembly includes a mounting plate, a mounting block, fixing bolts, mounting rings, and mounting bolts. A mounting plate is provided on one side of the parameter sensing device body, and a mounting block is provided on one side of the mounting plate. Fixing bolts are provided inside the mounting block, and mounting rings are provided at both ends of the mounting block. Mounting bolts are provided inside the mounting rings. In use, the mounting block is installed using the mounting plate, the mounting block is fixed using the fixing bolts, the mounting rings are installed using the mounting block, the parameter sensing device body is fixed using the mounting rings, and the mounting rings are secured using the mounting bolts.

[0008] Preferably, the warning component includes a mounting base and a buzzer. The mounting base is located at the top of the mounting plate, and the buzzer is located at the top of the mounting base. The buzzer is connected to the main body of the parameter sensing device. In use, the buzzer is installed through the mounting base, and the buzzer is used to warn the staff.

[0009] Parameter sensing methods for oil, gas and water wells include the following aspects: A11: Static measurement method, used to detect data in a static state within the wellbore using logging instruments; A12: Dynamic measurement method, used to analyze the flow characteristics of drilling fluids in underground environments; A13: Ground acoustic logging, used to measure the propagation and reflection of sound waves by underground rocks; A14: Geothermal logging, used to measure the temperature in drilling fluid and inside the wellbore; A15: Smart well technology, used for real-time monitoring and intelligent analysis of downhole parameters.

[0010] Preferably, when using the static measurement method, the following steps are included: S11: Select appropriate logging instruments and perform calibration and inspection; S12: Lower the logging instrument downhole and operate it according to the set measurement depth; S13: After the logging instrument reaches the predetermined depth, data acquisition is performed; S14: Process and analyze the collected data to extract useful information; S15: Based on the processed data results, interpret and evaluate the formation characteristics.

[0011] Preferably, the static measurement method can eliminate many dynamic interference factors, thus achieving high measurement accuracy. Since the static measurement method is relatively simple to operate and the parameters change little during the measurement process, the measurement results have high reliability, which helps to provide accurate data support for the development and production of oil and gas fields.

[0012] Preferably, when using the dynamic measurement method, the following steps are included: S21: By opening the production well tubing, fluid flow is initiated; S22: During fluid flow, parameters such as wellhead production, oil and gas composition, pressure, and temperature are collected in real time; S23: Analyze the collected data to assess the well's productivity and reserves, as well as parameters such as bottom hole flowing pressure; S24: Adjust production parameters based on data analysis results.

[0013] Preferably, dynamic measurement methods can monitor the production conditions of oil, gas and water wells in real time, which helps to detect abnormalities in the production process in a timely manner and take corresponding measures to adjust and optimize. Through technologies such as the Internet of Things, cloud computing and big data, the production conditions of oil, gas and water wells and their surrounding environment can be fully perceived.

[0014] Preferably, when using geoacoustic logging, the following steps are included: S31: Use a sound wave transmitter to transmit sound wave signals underground; S32: Receives sound wave signals reflected back from underground rocks via a sound wave receiver; S33: Process and analyze the received acoustic signal to extract parameters such as the density and wave velocity of the formation; S34: Based on the processed data results, interpret and evaluate the formation characteristics.

[0015] Preferably, geothermal logging includes the following steps: S41: During drilling or production, temperature sensors are used to measure the temperature of the drilling fluid and the wellbore. S42: Compare and analyze the measured temperature data with the temperature of the underground strata to assess the temperature distribution and heat flow characteristics of the strata; S43: Based on the results of geothermal logging, assess the reserves and development potential of geothermal resources.

[0016] Preferably, the use of smart well technology includes the following steps: S51: Integrates multiple sensors and data processing devices into the smart well system; S52: Utilizes intelligent well systems to monitor downhole parameters such as pressure, temperature, and flow rate in real time; S53: Process and analyze the real-time monitored data to extract useful information; S54: Based on the data analysis results, the intelligent well system can automatically adjust production parameters or issue early warning signals.

[0017] The beneficial effects of this invention are: 1. Compared with traditional oil, gas and water well parameter sensing methods, which mainly rely on manual and mechanical sensors, there are problems such as limited sensing range and poor real-time performance, making it difficult to obtain detailed parameters of the inside and surrounding environment of oil, gas and water wells in real time. This oil, gas and water well parameter sensing method, based on technologies such as the Internet of Things, cloud computing, and big data, can comprehensively sense the production conditions of oil, gas and water wells, promptly discover and solve problems in the production process, and improve production efficiency and safety. 2. Dynamic measurement methods can monitor the production conditions of oil, gas and water wells in real time, which helps to detect abnormalities in the production process in a timely manner and take corresponding measures to adjust and optimize. Through technologies such as the Internet of Things, cloud computing and big data, the production conditions of oil, gas and water wells and the surrounding environment can be fully perceived. 3. Static measurement methods can eliminate many dynamic interference factors, thus achieving high measurement accuracy. Because static measurement methods are relatively simple to operate and the parameters change little during the measurement process, the measurement results have high reliability, which helps to provide accurate data support for the development and production of oil and gas fields. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 The diagram shown is a first three-dimensional structural schematic of the parameter sensing device for oil, gas and water wells according to the present invention. Figure 2 The diagram shown is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the bottom surface of the parameter sensing device for oil, gas and water wells according to the present invention. Figure 3 The diagram shown is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the back of the parameter sensing device for oil, gas and water wells according to the present invention. Figure 4 The diagram shown illustrates the workflow of the dynamic measurement method of this invention. Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Main body of parameter sensing device; 2. Detection component; 3. Installation component; 4. Warning component; 201. Electric telescopic rod; 202. Multi-parameter multiphase flow sensor; 301. Mounting plate; 302. Mounting block; 303. Fixing bolt; 304. Mounting ring; 305. Mounting bolt; 401. Mounting base; 402. Buzzer. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0020] Please see Figure 1 The present invention provides an embodiment of a parameter sensing device and method for oil, gas and water wells, comprising a parameter sensing device body 1, a detection component 2, an installation component 3 and a warning component 4. The detection component 2 is provided on the bottom surface of the parameter sensing device body 1, the installation component 3 is provided on one side of the parameter sensing device body 1, and the warning component 4 is provided on the top surface of the installation component 3.

[0021] Please see Figure 2-3 In this embodiment, the detection component 2 includes an electric telescopic rod 201 and a multi-parameter multiphase flow sensor 202. The electric telescopic rod 201 is provided at the bottom of the parameter sensing device body 1, and the multi-parameter multiphase flow sensor 202 is provided at the bottom of the electric telescopic rod 201. In use, the electric telescopic rod 201 drives the multi-parameter multiphase flow sensor 202 to rise and fall. The mounting component 3 includes a mounting plate 301, a mounting block 302, fixing bolts 303, mounting rings 304, and mounting bolts 305. The mounting plate 301 is provided on one side of the parameter sensing device body 1, and the mounting block 302 is provided on one side of the mounting plate 301. The fixing bolts 303 are provided inside the mounting block 302, and mounting rings 304 are provided at both ends of the mounting block 302. The mounting ring 304 has mounting bolts 305 inside. In use, the mounting block 302 is installed by the mounting plate 301, and the mounting block 302 is fixed by the fixing bolts 303. The mounting ring 304 is installed by the mounting block 302, and the parameter sensing device body 1 is fixed by the mounting ring 304. The mounting ring 304 is fixed by the mounting bolts 305. The warning component 4 includes a mounting base 401 and a buzzer 402. The mounting base 401 is provided at the top of the mounting plate 301, and the buzzer 402 is provided at the top of the mounting base 401. The buzzer 402 is connected to the parameter sensing device body 1. In use, the buzzer 402 is installed by the mounting base 401, and the buzzer 402 is used to warn the staff.

[0022] Please see Figure 4 In this embodiment, the parameter sensing method for oil, gas and water wells includes the following aspects: A11: Static measurement method, used to detect data in a static state within the wellbore using logging instruments; A12: Dynamic measurement method, used to analyze the flow characteristics of drilling fluids in underground environments; A13: Ground acoustic logging, used to measure the propagation and reflection of sound waves by underground rocks; A14: Geothermal logging, used to measure the temperature in drilling fluid and inside the wellbore; A15: Smart well technology, used for real-time monitoring and intelligent analysis of downhole parameters.

[0023] Preferably, when using the static measurement method, the following steps are included: S11: Select appropriate logging instruments and perform calibration and inspection; S12: Lower the logging instrument downhole and operate it according to the set measurement depth; S13: After the logging instrument reaches the predetermined depth, data acquisition is performed; S14: Process and analyze the collected data to extract useful information; S15: Based on the processed data results, interpret and evaluate the formation characteristics.

[0024] Preferably, the static measurement method can eliminate many dynamic interference factors, thus achieving high measurement accuracy. Since the static measurement method is relatively simple to operate and the parameters change little during the measurement process, the measurement results have high reliability, which helps to provide accurate data support for the development and production of oil and gas fields.

[0025] Preferably, when using the dynamic measurement method, the following steps are included: S21: By opening the production well tubing, fluid flow is initiated; S22: During fluid flow, parameters such as wellhead production, oil and gas composition, pressure, and temperature are collected in real time; S23: Analyze the collected data to assess the well's productivity and reserves, as well as parameters such as bottom hole flowing pressure; S24: Adjust production parameters based on data analysis results.

[0026] Preferably, dynamic measurement methods can monitor the production conditions of oil, gas and water wells in real time, which helps to detect abnormalities in the production process in a timely manner and take corresponding measures to adjust and optimize. Through technologies such as the Internet of Things, cloud computing and big data, the production conditions of oil, gas and water wells and their surrounding environment can be fully perceived.

[0027] Preferably, when using geoacoustic logging, the following steps are included: S31: Use a sound wave transmitter to transmit sound wave signals underground; S32: Receives sound wave signals reflected back from underground rocks via a sound wave receiver; S33: Process and analyze the received acoustic signal to extract parameters such as the density and wave velocity of the formation; S34: Based on the processed data results, interpret and evaluate the formation characteristics.

[0028] Preferably, geothermal logging includes the following steps: S41: During drilling or production, temperature sensors are used to measure the temperature of the drilling fluid and the wellbore. S42: Compare and analyze the measured temperature data with the temperature of the underground strata to assess the temperature distribution and heat flow characteristics of the strata; S43: Based on the results of geothermal logging, assess the reserves and development potential of geothermal resources.

[0029] Preferably, the use of smart well technology includes the following steps: S51: Integrates multiple sensors and data processing devices into the smart well system; S52: Utilizes intelligent well systems to monitor downhole parameters such as pressure, temperature, and flow rate in real time; S53: Process and analyze the real-time monitored data to extract useful information; S54: Based on the data analysis results, the intelligent well system can automatically adjust production parameters or issue early warning signals.

[0030] During operation, the multi-parameter multiphase flow sensor 202 is raised and lowered by the electric telescopic rod 201. The multi-parameter multiphase flow sensor 202 is used to install the mounting block 302 via the mounting plate 301. The mounting block 302 is fixed in place by the fixing bolts 303. The mounting ring 304 is installed via the mounting block 302. The parameter sensing device body 1 is fixed in place via the mounting ring 304. The mounting ring 304 is fixed in place by the mounting bolts 305. The buzzer 402 is installed via the mounting base 401. The buzzer 402 is used to warn the staff.

[0031] Example 1 Optionally, when conducting static measurement, first select appropriate logging instruments, such as electronic pressure gauges, temperature sensors, density meters, resistivity logging tools, and sonic logging tools. Send the logging instruments down into the well using equipment such as logging winches and logging cables, and perform the downhole operation according to the predetermined measurement depth. Then, after the logging instruments reach the predetermined depth, start the instruments to collect data, record various physical and chemical parameters of the formation, and finally transmit the collected data to the surface data acquisition system for processing and analysis to extract useful information.

[0032] Example 2 Optionally, in the dynamic measurement method, dynamic monitoring equipment, such as multiphase flow meters, pressure sensors, and temperature sensors, is first installed during the production process of oil, gas, and water wells. Then, parameters such as fluid flow characteristics, pressure changes, and temperature changes downhole are monitored in real time. The monitored data is transmitted to the ground data processing center for real-time analysis and early warning. Finally, the production plan is adjusted in a timely manner based on the analysis results to ensure efficient and safe production of oil, gas, and water wells.

[0033] Example 3 Optionally, in the case of smart well technology, a smart well system is first installed in the oil, gas and water well. This system includes various sensors such as pressure sensors, temperature sensors, flow sensors, and vibration sensors. The sensors collect various parameters downhole in real time and transmit the data to a surface data processing center. The data processing center then processes and analyzes the received data, using intelligent algorithms for data mining and pattern recognition. Based on the analysis results, the smart well system can automatically adjust production parameters, predict production trends, and issue early warning signals.

[0034] Example 4 Optionally, when using other technologies, the formation properties can be assessed by measuring the propagation and reflection characteristics of sound waves in underground rocks, or the geothermal resource potential and geothermal reservoir characteristics can be assessed by measuring the underground temperature distribution. At the same time, chemical tracers can be added to the injected fluid, and the formation connectivity and fluid flow characteristics can be assessed by monitoring the migration of the tracers in the underground fluid.

[0035] The embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the present invention.

Claims

1. A parameter sensing device for oil, gas, and water wells; characterized in that: It includes a parameter sensing device body (1), a detection component (2), an installation component (3) and a warning component (4). The bottom surface of the parameter sensing device body (1) is provided with the detection component (2), one side of the parameter sensing device body (1) is provided with the installation component (3), and the top surface of the installation component (3) is provided with the warning component (4).

2. The parameter sensing device for oil, gas and water wells according to claim 1, characterized in that: The detection component (2) includes an electric telescopic rod (201) and a multi-parameter multiphase flow sensor (202). The electric telescopic rod (201) is provided at the bottom of the parameter sensing device body (1), and the multi-parameter multiphase flow sensor (202) is provided at the bottom of the electric telescopic rod (201).

3. The parameter sensing device for oil, gas and water wells according to claim 21, characterized in that: The mounting assembly (3) includes a mounting plate (301), a mounting block (302), a fixing bolt (303), a mounting ring (304), and a mounting bolt (305). The mounting plate (301) is provided on one side of the parameter sensing device body (1), and the mounting block (302) is provided on one side of the mounting plate (301). The fixing bolt (303) is provided inside the mounting block (302), and the mounting ring (304) is provided at both ends of the mounting block (302). The mounting bolt (305) is provided inside the mounting ring (304).

4. The parameter sensing device for oil, gas and water wells according to claim 3, characterized in that: The warning component (4) includes a mounting base (401) and a buzzer (402). The mounting base (401) is provided on the top of the mounting plate (301), and the buzzer (402) is provided on the top of the mounting base (401). The buzzer (402) is connected to the parameter sensing device body (1).

5. Parameter sensing methods for oil, gas, and water wells, including the following aspects: A11: Static measurement method, used to detect data in a static state within the wellbore using logging instruments; A12: Dynamic measurement method, used to analyze the flow characteristics of drilling fluids in underground environments; A13: Ground acoustic logging, used to measure the propagation and reflection of sound waves by underground rocks; A14: Geothermal logging, used to measure the temperature in drilling fluid and inside the wellbore; A15: Intelligent technology for real-time monitoring and intelligent analysis of downhole parameters.

6. The parameter sensing method for oil, gas and water wells according to claim 5, characterized in that: When using the static measurement method, the following steps are included: S11: Select appropriate logging instruments and perform calibration and inspection; S12: Lower the logging instrument downhole and operate it according to the set measurement depth; S13: After the logging instrument reaches the predetermined depth, data acquisition is performed; S14: Process and analyze the collected data to extract useful information; S15: Based on the processed data results, interpret and evaluate the formation characteristics.

7. The parameter sensing method for oil, gas and water wells according to claim 6, characterized in that: When using the dynamic measurement method, the following steps are included: S21: By opening the production well tubing, fluid flow is initiated; S22: During fluid flow, parameters such as wellhead production, oil and gas composition, pressure, and temperature are collected in real time; S23: Analyze the collected data to assess the well's productivity and reserves, as well as parameters such as bottom hole flowing pressure; S24: Adjust production parameters based on data analysis results.

8. The parameter sensing method for oil, gas and water wells according to claim 7, characterized in that: When using geoacoustic logging, the following steps are included: S31: Use a sound wave transmitter to transmit sound wave signals underground; S32: Receives sound wave signals reflected back from underground rocks via a sound wave receiver; S33: Process and analyze the received acoustic signals to extract parameters such as the density and wave velocity of the formation; S34: Based on the processed data results, interpret and evaluate the formation characteristics.

9. The parameter sensing method for oil, gas and water wells according to claim 8, characterized in that: The following steps are included when performing geothermal logging: S41: During drilling or production, temperature sensors are used to measure the temperature of the drilling fluid and the wellbore. S42: Compare and analyze the measured temperature data with the temperature of the underground strata to assess the temperature distribution and heat flow characteristics of the strata; S43: Based on the results of geothermal logging, assess the reserves and development potential of geothermal resources.

10. The parameter sensing method for oil, gas and water wells according to claim 9, characterized in that: The following steps are included when using smart well technology: S51: Integrates multiple sensors and data processing devices into the smart well system; S52: Utilizes intelligent well systems to monitor downhole parameters such as pressure, temperature, and flow rate in real time; S53: Process and analyze the real-time monitored data to extract useful information; S54: Based on the data analysis results, the intelligent well system can automatically adjust production parameters or issue early warning signals.