2296 results about "Geomorphology" patented technology

A method and apparatus is disclosed for heating of formations using fired heaters. The method includes the steps of: providing a wellbore within the formation to be heated, the wellbore comprising a casing within the formation to be heated, a tubular defining, in the inside of the tubular, a flowpath for hot gases from the surface to a point in the wellbore near the bottom of the formation to be heated, and a volume between the tubular and the casing providing a flowpath for hot gases from near the bottom of the formation to be heated to the top of the formation to be heated, wherein the flowpaths are in communication with each other near the bottom of the formation to be heated and the volume between the casing and the tubular at the top of the formation to be heated is in communication with a point above the surface, and insulation for a portion of the length of the wellbore within the formation to be heated between the flowpath for hot gases from the surface to the point in the wellbore near the bottom of the formation to be heated and the flowpath for hot gases from near the bottom of the formation to be heated to the surface; and supplying a flow of hot gases to the flowpath for hot gases from the surface to a point in the wellbore near the bottom of the formation to be heated.

A method of hydraulically fracturing a hydrocarbon-bearing subterranean formation ensures that the conductivity of water inflow below the productive zone of the subterranean formation is reduced. The method consists of two principal steps. In the first step, a fracture in and below the productive zone of the formation is initiated by introducing into the subterranean formation a fluid, free of a proppant, such as salt water, fresh water, brine, liquid hydrocarbon, and/or nitrogen or other gases. The proppant-free fluid may further be weighted. In the second step, a proppant laden slurry is introduced into the subterranean formation which contains a relatively lightweight density proppant. Either the fluid density of the proppant-free fluid is greater than the fluid density of the proppant laden slurry or the viscosity of the proppant-free fluid is greater than the viscosity of the proppant laden slurry. The method limits undesirable fracture height growth in the hydrocarbon-bearing subterranean formation during the fracturing.

The invention relates to an oil-gas well hydraulically-created-fracture expansion visualization experiment method and an oil-gas well hydraulically-created-fracture expansion visualization experiment device. The device is composed of a rock sample chamber, a crustal loading unit, a simulation fracturing string, a high-speed camera, a high-pressure pumping unit, a data measuring and collecting unit and the like, and four transparent observation ports are formed on a top cover of the rock sample chamber. The method includes firstly, preparing a flat-plate-type rock sample, performing high-pressure-water cutting to preform a natural fracture, and filling the natural fracture with epoxy resin to form a filled-type fracture; secondly, performing water saturation on the rock sample for 3-5 days, and using epoxy resin to wrap the rock sample after water saturation; thirdly, loading three-axis stress on the rock sample, drilling a borehole under the condition that the three-axis stress is applied on the rock sample, and mounting the simulation fracturing string; finally, connecting a high-pressure pipeline with a constant-flux pump, pumping fracturing liquid, recording a fracture expansion path by the high-speed camera, and measuring pumping pressure changes by a pressure transmitter. By the method and the device, the hydraulically-created-fracture expansion path can be visualized on a plane, and a novel experiment method is provided for studying on a hydraulically-created-fracture expansion mechanism.

Methods and systems for characterizing hydraulic fracturing of a subterranean formation based upon inputs from sensors measuring field data in conjunction with a fracture model. Such characterization can be generated in real-time to automatically manipulate surface and/or down-hole physical components supplying hydraulic fluids to the subterranean formation to adjust the hydraulic fracturing process as desired. The hydraulic fracture model as described herein can also be used as part of forward calculations to help in the design and planning stage of a hydraulic fracturing treatment. In a preferred embodiment, the fracture model constrains geometric and geomechanical properties of the hydraulic fractures of the subterranean formation using the field data in a manner that significantly reduce the complexity of the fracture model and thus significantly reduces the processing resources and time required to provide accurate characterization of the hydraulic fractures of the subterranean formation.

The invention belongs to the petroleum exploration field, and concretely relates to a compact sandstone reservoir complex netted fracture prediction method. The method comprises the steps of: building a geological structure model and a fracture growth model; testing magnitudes and directions of ancient and modern crustal stresses; completing a rock mechanic parameter experiment; testing rock mechanic parameters and fracture stress sensitivities; developing a fracture rock multistage composite rupture criterion; performing a rock deformation physical test to obtain a peak value intensity; building a relation model between single axle state stress-strain and fracture bulk density; building a relation model between triaxial state stress-strain and fracture bulk density and occurrence; building a relation model between single axle state stress-strain and fracture bulk density; calculating and stimulating fracture parameters under modern conditions; and verifying the reliability of a fracture quantitative prediction result. The method can accurately obtain compact sandstone reservoir complex netted fracture parameters, and perform quantitative characterization, is suitable for quantitative prediction of any fracture mainly with a brittle reservoir, and reduces exploitation risks and costs.

The invention stimulates the production of an oil reservoir by carrying out a sequence of steps of constructing a flow simulator from physical data measured in the oil reservoir; determining a first analytical model relating the production of the reservoir as a function of time by taking account of parameters having an influence on the production of the reservoir, the first model best adjusting to a finite number of production values obtained by the reservoir simulator; selecting at least one new production value, this new value being obtained by the reservoir simulator; and determining a second model by adjusting the first model so that the second model interpolates the new production value.

The invention discloses a non-planar network fracturing construction control method for a fractured reservoir, which includes the step: firstly, performing pre-fracturing evaluation by (1) obtaining the intrinsic fracture development degree and directions according to FMI (formation micro-scanner image) logging and conventional logging data, (2) determining man-made fracture directions, (3) judging the angle relation between man-made fractures and intrinsic fractures, and (4) judging the non-planar network fracturing formation adequacy; secondly, establishing a stress field inversion constrained optimization model by utilizing a numerical value inversion method combining multi-well constrained optimization and finite elements so as to obtain numerical simulation of three-dimensional geostress states and rock mechanical parameters of a fractured reservoir area; thirdly, selecting corresponding construction parameters, and fracturing strata so as to force the intrinsic fractures and holes to open as large as possible; and fourthly, according to the opened equivalent number and openness of the intrinsic fractures explained by test fracturing, selecting grain sizes and use amount of propping agents matched with the intrinsic fractures or the holes, and leading fracturing fluid carrying the propping agents to enter the intrinsic fractures or the holes.

A system and method of modeling a geological body in a contemporary formation is presented that includes constructing a geological object based on an original depositional paleo-space associated with the contemporary formation, and copying the geological object, transforming the copy of the geological object based on a deformation model of the contemporary formation using acquired data, the transforming allowing modeling of the deformed formation geological body and a lateral extent spanning a plurality of fault blocks.

A method for forming a prograde kinematic model allowing reproduction in 3D intermediate geometries of geologic objects of an underground zone such as a sedimentary basin, from an initial state to a current state. A representation of the current geometry of the geologic objects of the zone is formed by interpretation of acquired data obtained by seismic exploration, by in-situ measurements and by observations, then each geologic object is subdivided into layers separated by deformation interfaces. Each one of the layers is defined by means of a grid pattern into a series of hexahedral volume elements. Tectonic deformations are then applied separately and successively to each series of volume elements of a layer in relation to an underlying layer while conserving the thickness and the surface area of an intermediate neutral surface in each volume element. Then the tectonic deformations are iteratively modified until a geologic representation substantially in accordance with the known final state of the underground zone is obtained.

The invention discloses an advanced geological prediction method for underground engineering. With geology as pivot, the advanced geological prediction method for underground engineering comprises four stages of long-term advanced geological prediction, middle-term advanced geological prediction, short-term advanced geological prediction and impending advanced geological prediction. The advanced geological prediction method comprises the following steps of: (1) making advanced geological prediction tasks for underground engineering for the underground engineering clear; (2) collecting data; (3) carrying out field geological review; (4) perfecting the modification of a longitudinal section drawing of the underground engineering; and (5) adopting combined geological method, geophysical prospecting method and horizontal drilling method to obtain advanced geological prediction. The invention provides the advanced geological prediction method for underground engineering; with geology as pivot, comprehensive geological analysis is carried out in the whole process of advanced geological prediction for underground engineering and the long-term, middle-term, short-term and impending advanced geological predictions are closely combined together to implement combination of geological method, geophysical prospecting method and horizontal drilling method; the comprehensive application of the geophysical prospecting method is optimized; and the advanced geological prediction method for underground engineering, provided by the invention, has the advantages of improving the predication accuracy, reducing predication cost and obtaining wide application range, etc.

A method for mapping a complex sedimentary basin is disclosed. A grid representative of the current architecture of the basin is constructed. A mechanical structural restoration is applied in three dimensions so as to reconstruct the past architectures of the basin from the current time up to a geological time t. A simulation of the geological and geochemical processes that govern the formation of a petroleum reservoir is then carried out, directly in the grids obtained from the restoration, from the geological time t to the current one. This simulation is thereafter used for mapping the sedimentary basin so as to identify zones of the basin where hydrocarbons may have accumulated.

A method for stimulating production of a first wellbore associated with a reservoir. The method includes determining a textural complexity of a formation in which the reservoir is located, determining an induced fracture complexity of the formation using the textural complexity, determining a first operation to perform within the formation to maintain conductivity of the formation based on the induced fracture complexity and the textural complexity, performing the first operation within the formation, and fracturing the formation to create a first plurality of fractures.

The specification discloses a downhole tool that determines hydraulic permeability of a downhole formation taking into account one or both of the dip angle of the borehole relative to the formation, and damage to the borehole wall and invasion of borehole fluid-collectively referred to as skin.

A method of completing an unconsolidated formation by first injecting a curable resin into diametrically-opposed zones within the formation and then allowing the resin to set to form a consolidated mass in these zones. Once the resin has set, the consolidated zones are hydraulically fractured to establish fluid communication between the untreated area of the formation outside these zones and the wellbore. Preferably, the fracturing fluid carries resin-coated proppants which, when set, form a permeable mass within the fractures to thereby allow flow of fluids through the fracture while preventing flow of sand.

The invention discloses a natural fractured reservoir fracturing reformation method. The method includes the steps that 1, linear glue liquid is adopted to conduct stepwise discharge construction on a fractured reservoir to be reformed, and the fractured reservoir natural fracture development degree is obtained in combination with a pumping termination test in the construction process; 2, according to the fractured reservoir natural fracture development degree, smooth ice and propping agents of the first specification are injected into the fractured reservoir to be reformed to conduct first plugging, and a first kind of manual fracture is formed; 3, according to the fractured reservoir natural fracture development degree, particle temporary plugging agents and propping agents of the second specification are injected to the first kind of manual fracture in a slug mode to conduct second sealing, and a second kind of manual fracture is formed; 4, according to the fractured reservoir natural fracture development degree, propping agents of the third specification are injected into the second kind of manual fracture to conduct filling, a third kind of fracture is formed, and natural fractured reservoir fracturing reformation is finished.

The invention discloses a tunnel construction method in a fault fracture zone, which comprises the following steps: a. adopting the method of combining geophysical prospecting and drilling and combining long-distance and short-distance to ascertain the geological situation in front, and carry out advanced geological prediction; b. adopting advanced Anchor construction, pre-grouting construction of the surrounding walls of small conduits in advance, and advance support construction of grouting pipe shed and steel frame, and advance pre-support; c. Tunnel excavation and support. It provides a theoretical basis for detecting the specific location, range and water inflow of the fault fracture zone; ensures the safety of tunnel construction; on the basis of analyzing the specific location and scope of the fault fracture zone and adopting a reasonable advanced pre-support method, comprehensive and specific According to the geological conditions, choose a reasonable tunnel excavation method. It has strong applicability for the construction of expressway tunnels crossing fault fracture zones; at the same time, it has reference and reference significance for the construction of railway, municipal and water conservancy tunnels (holes) with similar geological conditions.

The invention discloses a comprehensive geological prediction method for karst tunnel construction, which includes the following steps: (1) long-distance detection; (2) geological radar detection: on the basis of the long-distance detection, adopting a geological radar to review a long-distance prediction result within a short-distance detection range; (3) adopting a horizontal protruded drill hole to carry out direct detection according to a review result; and (4) supplementary protruded blasthole detection: when a direct detection result is that a geologically abnormal body exists in the current tunneling construction area, a protruded blasthole needs to be adopted to carry out supplementary detection, and a supplementary detection result is used as supplementary detection data for the direct horizontal protruded drill hole detection result. The design of the comprehensive geological prediction method is rational, the comprehensive geological prediction method is easy and convenient to operate, and is highly operable, moreover, the mutual relation among a variety of chosen prediction methods is clear, the comprehensive detection effect is good, and the invention provides a systematic, rational and standard comprehensive prediction method for karst tunnel construction.

The invention relates to a non-excavation tube pulling construction method which comprises the following steps: (1) preparation work: understanding stratum and underground condition, calculating the number of chambering and the size of a return compandor, and formulating the control data of a pipeline midline and elevation and correction measures; (2) measuring plane surface, controlling payingoff, and measuring the elevation of each pile; (3) setting an active well, and receiving and setting a drilling machine; (4) preparing drilling fluid; (5) drilling pilot holes,; (6) adopting the compandor to chambering, cleaning the hole at the same time, and protecting walls with slurry; (7) welding the pipeline; (8) pulling the tube, and simultaneously pulling a steel tube with the same length as that of the tube; (9) casting slip and fixing; (10) mounting tubes; (11) testing pressure and flushing. The invention can effectively increases economical benefit and social benefit, and has the advantages of environmental protection and energy saving.

The invention relates to a method for constructing a drilled shaft of a surge chamber in a hydropower station under the condition of weak rock geology; the excavation diameter of the drilled shaft is more than or equal to 20 meters; and the depth of the drilled shaft is more than or equal to 50 meters. The method comprises the following steps: firstly, a safe prestress reinforcing measure is adopted; a prestress anchor rope is arranged in a side slope of the drilled shaft; the deep rock holes in the periphery of the drilled shaft are subjected to consolidation and grouting; the periphery of the drilled shaft is cast with reinforced concrete for locking a mouth, etc; the construction sequence of excavating the drilled shaft comprises that: a raise-boring machine drills a guide hole of phi 216 millimeters from top to bottom; the raise-boring machine enlarges and excavates a small guide well of phi 1, 400 millimeters; a slag slipping guide well of phi 2, 500 millimeters is enlarged and excavated manually from bottom to top; and the slag slipping guide well is enlarged and excavated from top to bottom. The slag slipping guide well is excavated by manual drilling and blasting; slag is naturally slipped and mechanically loaded in the bottom of the well; a large well is enlarged and excavated through drilling and blasting by a manual air drill; and the skimmed slag in a hydraulic backhoe well slips to the bottom of a passage through the slag slipping guide well and is mechanically loaded in the bottom of the well. The construction method has the characteristics of having reasonable construction arrangement, alternately and simultaneously carrying out a plurality of construction types and saving the construction period.

The invention belongs to petroleum geophysical prospecting, and relates to a method for defining effective thickness of a target reservoir bed under complex geological conditions, by which the reservoir thickness is confirmed by using seismic wave information (namely, characteristic points and amplitude information). The method comprises the following steps: selecting comprehensive seism and logging information of a target layer section in a studied work area; obtaining a stack profile section after conducting Hi-definition and high resolution process on seism data; then meticulously explaining the position of the layer; and finally performing thickness prediction on the target reservoir bed. By the adoption of the invention, the effective thickness of the target reservoir bed under complex geological conditions can be estimated; and the method is not only suitable for conditions of each thin layer, and but also suitable for conditions that thickness, net sand ratio, thickness of various single layers and distribution manner of an actual thin alternating layer are all intensely changed, is not limited by tuning thickness of the thin layer, and has stronger adaptability.

The invention provides a synchronous measurement method and apparatus for dynamic and static rock mechanical parameters changing with confining pressure, pore pressure, temperature and fluid. The method comprises the following steps: acquiring static rock mechanical parameters by using a static measuring method and acquiring dynamic rock mechanical parameters by using a dynamic measuring method, wherein the static rock mechanical parameters and the dynamic rock mechanical parameters are obtained through synchronous measurement; calculating a dynamic-static difference ratio of rock mechanical parameters based on the static rock mechanical parameters and the dynamic rock mechanical parameters; and restoring a rock mechanical underground in situ model for an oil and gas reservoir based on the static rock mechanical parameters, the dynamic rock mechanical parameters and the dynamic-static difference ratio of the rock mechanical parameters. With the method and apparatus provided by the invention, effectiveness and accuracy of restoration of the rock mechanical underground in situ model for the oil and gas reservoir can be improved.

A method is disclosed for using a three-dimensional seismic image of a subsurface earth volume to construct a geologic model specifying the spatially-varying grain size distribution, porosity, and permeability throughout the volume. The method applies to earth volumes composed of water-lain clastic sedimentary deposits and involves, in one embodiment, (a) identifying the outline forms of geologic bodies in geologic data; (b) using the outline forms of the geologic bodies to determine the spatially-varying grain size distribution within the bodies, guided by assumptions about the nature and behavior of the paleoflow that deposited the bodies; (c) determining rock properties such as, porosity and permeability within the geologic bodies based on grain-size distribution, mineralogy and burial history information.

The invention discloses a method and a system for monitoring paving thickness of a high-level highway pavement in real time, belonging to the field of road construction quality control. The method comprises the following steps: erecting an automatic tracking total station nearby a paving site, determining the position of an erection point through a resection survey method according to the known point coordinate, positioning and tracking a 360-degree prism according to enough short time interval by utilizing the automatic tracking total station, measuring the inclination angles of a transverse beam and a longitudinal beam of a platform trolley in the device by adopting an inclinometer, and measuring the distance from the transverse beam to the paved pavement by adopting a laser distance measuring sensor arranged on the transverse beam; calculating three-dimensional coordinates (x, y, z) of the position points of the paved pavement measured by each laser distance measuring sensor according to a spatial geometrical relation between each laser distance measuring sensor and the prism; projecting to obtain elevation z0 of the position point on a datum plane before paving; solving the difference between elevations z and elevation z0 to obtain the paving thickness; and judging whether the paving thickness at the position point accords with the control standard, otherwise, transmitting alarm information. The method is mainly applied to road construction quality control.