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Reservoir performance prediction methods based on fractal geostatistics

Journal Article · · SPE (Society of Petroleum Engineers) Reservoir Engineering; (USA)
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2118/16971-PA· OSTI ID:5629440
This paper describes a method for blending fractal statistics, detailed geologic data, finite-difference simulation, and streamtube models into a systematic approach for prediction of reservoir performance. The objectives to make accurate predictions for large-scale projects by detailed accounting of reservoir heterogeneity with reduced history-matching effort at a low overall cost. The method has been tested for waterflood and miscible gas injection projects with balance injection/production volumes. Example applications are shown for four field cases.
OSTI ID:
5629440
Journal Information:
SPE (Society of Petroleum Engineers) Reservoir Engineering; (USA), Journal Name: SPE (Society of Petroleum Engineers) Reservoir Engineering; (USA) Vol. 4:3; ISSN SREEE; ISSN 0885-9248
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English