Interactive 3D Wellbore Model Simulation System
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current three-dimensional wellbore models do not allow simultaneous viewing and analysis of wellbore tubing, casing, and perforation information, and require processor-intensive software, limiting accessibility due to compatibility and device requirements.
Innovation Solution
A system and method to generate a wellbore file directory and simulate three-dimensional interactive wellbore models using geographic information system (GIS) analytical functions, enabling the creation of virtual tubing and casing paths, and generating X3D files for remote display on compatible devices.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Loss of information
If processor-intensive simulation software is used to create three-dimensional wellbore models, then the model can include detailed wellbore trajectory and completion information, but the software requires high processing power and specific compatibility, limiting accessibility across devices
Solution Approach 1:
The patent uses web browser-based 3D visualization to create a simplified copy of the wellbore model that can be viewed on any device with a web browser, eliminating the need for processor-intensive specialized software while preserving the essential wellbore trajectory and completion information
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements a universal web-based platform that can run on any device with a web browser (desktop, laptop, tablet, smartphone), making the wellbore visualization system accessible across multiple device types without requiring device-specific software installations
2Ease of manufacture
If current three-dimensional models focus on innermost layer (wellbore path) only, then the model can be simpler to generate, but important wellbore information such as tubing, casing, and perforation details are lost
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a nested structure where multiple wellbore components (casing, tubing, perforations) are visualized as concentric layers within the wellbore trajectory, allowing all components to be displayed simultaneously in a single integrated 3D model without excessive complexity
Solution Approach 2:
The patent transitions from 2D tabular data to 3D interactive visualization, adding spatial dimensionality to display wellbore trajectory, casing, tubing, and perforation locations simultaneously, providing intuitive spatial understanding while maintaining information completeness
3Loss of information
If processor-intensive software is required to view simulations, then the simulation can provide detailed wellbore information, but field engineers without compatible devices or software cannot access the simulations, creating burdens and costs
Solution Approach 1:
The patent creates a web-based copy of the wellbore simulation that can be accessed through standard web browsers on any device, eliminating the need for field engineers to have specialized processor-intensive software installed while preserving access to detailed wellbore information
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements a self-service web-based system where engineers can access wellbore simulations directly through their existing devices without requiring organization-provided specialized software or hardware, reducing the burden and cost of ensuring device compatibility across the workforce
Data Source
AI summary
Provided in some embodiments are systems and methods for simulating a well. Embodiments include, for each lateral of a well, obtaining wellbore directional survey data identifying a path of the lateral, generating (using the wellbore directional survey data) a geographic information system (GIS) virtual wellbore path, obtaining wellbore tubing, perforation and casing data for the lateral. Generating (using the wellbore tubing and perforation data) a tubing extensible three dimensional (X3D) file including data corresponding to X3D virtual tubing path. Generating (using the wellbore casing data) a casing X3D file including data corresponding to an X3D virtual casing path for the lateral. Generating a well X3D file for the well (including links to the tubing and casing X3D files) that can be provided to an X3D application of a remote computing device for generating a 3D simulation of the well.