Reports from the front lines; Global revolution in geophysical interpretation

Journal Article · Sun Oct 01 04:00:00 EDT 1989 · Oil and Gas Journal; (USA)

OSTI ID:5240111

Valusek, J E ^[1]

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1. Landmark Graphics Corp., Houston, TX (US)

This article presents five applications of CAEX systems. Interactive workstations are changing the look and feel of petroleum exploration and development. More sophisticated than a PC, less intimidating than a mainframe, the workstation offers interpreters instant access to vast volumes of seismic data, and vivid new ways to visualize elusive reservoirs. Computer-aided exploration and development (CAEX) systems let geophysicists slice a 3-D data cube like a piece of fruit, alter its appearance with color graphics and seismic displays. This system provides better pictures of the subsurface.

• OSTI ID: 5240111
• Journal Information: Oil and Gas Journal; (USA), Journal Name: Oil and Gas Journal; (USA) Vol. 87:44; ISSN OIGJA; ISSN 0030-1388
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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