Origin and prediction of abnormal formation pressures:
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Main Author: Chilingar, George V. (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Amsterdam Elsevier 2002
Edition:1st ed
Series:Developments in petroleum science 50
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Online Access:Volltext
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references and index
Knowledge of the presence of abnormally-high pressure zones (AHFP) prior to drilling into them can prevent considerable economic losses and, possibly, save human lives. The various origins (undercompaction, tectonics, etc.) of AHFPs are discussed, followed by the description of predictive techniques in clastic, carbonate and salt-bearing formations. In addition to the well-logging predictive techniques, the authors discuss smectite-illite transformation and the chemistry of interstitial solutions. Other topics covered include (a) abnormally low formation pressures and subsidence, and (b) mathematical modelling. Loss of potential production may result if AHFPs are not properly identified and evaluated. Many hydrocarbon-bearing formations with AHFPs are erroneously "condemned". This book is of interest to engineers and geologists involved in the (a) evaluation, (b) drilling in, (c) completing, and (d) producing from hydrocarbon reservoirs with AHFPs
Physical Description:1 Online-Ressource (xvi, 373 pages)
ISBN:044451001X
9780444510013
9780080538211
0080538215

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