Using in-situ strain measurements to evaluate the accuracy of stress estimation procedures from fracture injection/shut-in tests

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“…The world stress map (Zoback and Zoback, 1980) or even regional-scale measurements (Bauer et al, 2016) are not capable of capturing the heterogeneity on spatial scale of hundreds of meters that is essential for a particular injection site. The transient variation of pressure during the fracture injection/shut tests are commonly used to evaluate the state of stress, still yielding results with higher uncertainty than those obtained from in-situ strain measurements (Cornet, manuscript submitted to Journal of Geophysical Research: Solid Earth 2017; Guglielmi et al, 2023). Analyses of breakout data from deep borehole geophysical logs are capable of providing insights on the orientation and magnitude of the principal stresses acting in the subsurface, but still allow large variations in the potential stress states (Wang et al, 2023).…”

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Stratigraphy-Induced Localization of Microseismicity During CO2 Injection in Illinois Basin

Bondarenko,

Podladchikov,

Williams-Stroud

et al. 2024

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Subsurface fluid injection stimulates complex hydromechanical interaction, necessitating the integration of geomechanical data across spatial and temporal scales to consider the sophisticated behavior. The induced seismic response is usually associated with reservoir architecture and pre-existing features that are three-dimensional, such as local stratigraphy, fractures, faults, and discontinuities. This study encompasses laboratory characterization of coupled hydromechanical response of rock cores extracted from reservoir - Mt. Simon sandstone, basal seal - Argenta sandstone, and crystalline basement - Precambrian rhyolite - formations in the Illinois Basin. High-resolution numerical modeling allows to consider the three-dimensional complexity of the injection site for Illinois Basin Decatur Project with spatial resolution comparable to one of the active seismic surveys. The laboratory-based porosity-permeability relation is combined with a three-dimensional porosity distribution developed from an inversion of active seismic data resulting in a detailed reconstruction of the evolution of the state of stress in formations where stress measurements are not performed. It appears that the microseismic clusters, mainly observed in the crystalline basement during the injection, are linked to zones experiencing more critically stressed conditions prior to injection. These zones have a potential for reactivation during the injection and are attributed to the specific local stratigraphy of the injection site, as well as transfer of triggering perturbations during the injection.

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Stratigraphy-Induced Localization of Microseismicity During CO2 Injection in Illinois Basin

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Podladchikov,

Williams-Stroud

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“…McClure et al [51,52] identified issued with the holistic approach [50] and suggested a new interpretation scheme called the compliance method. McClure et al [52] approach is specifically designed for low permeability formations and have been tested using field experiments and statistical approaches to outperform the holistic approach [53][54][55][56].…”

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Advancement in Hydraulic Fracturing for Improved Oil Recovery

Merzoug,

Ouadi,

Tomomewo

2023

Innovations in Enhanced and Improved Oil Recovery - New Advances

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This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of advancements in hydraulic fracturing in unconventional plays. The narrative starts with an introduction to hydraulic fracturing and its transformative potential in the U.S., showcasing innovations in fracturing volumes, proppant masses, and well laterals. A detailed examination of fracturing fluids follows, emphasizing the dominance of slickwater treatments in unconventional plays. The chapter then delves into the crucial role of proppants, highlighting their surge in usage over a decade and the consequential shifts in material choice. The intricacies of perforation design are explored, particularly the revolutionary Xtreme Limited Entry approach and its subsequent impacts on production efficiency. In the realm of diagnostic technologies, the chapter presents a range, from traditional methods to emerging ones like Microseismic Depletion Delineation and time-lapse geochemical fingerprinting. The topic of refracturing is also addressed, spotlighting its merits in combating rapid production declines and the associated challenges. Finally, the chapter elucidates the phenomenon of fracture-driven interaction, offering insights into its historical context, influential factors, and proposed strategies to manage its repercussions. Through its breadth and depth, this chapter underscores the multifaceted nature of hydraulic fracturing advancements and their significance in the oil industry.

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Feasibility study of geothermal assisted energy storage using hydraulic fracturing

Hu,

Wang

2024

Geoenergy Science and Engineering

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Using in-situ strain measurements to evaluate the accuracy of stress estimation procedures from fracture injection/shut-in tests

Cited by 5 publications

References 23 publications

Stratigraphy-Induced Localization of Microseismicity During CO2 Injection in Illinois Basin

Stratigraphy-Induced Localization of Microseismicity During CO2 Injection in Illinois Basin

Advancement in Hydraulic Fracturing for Improved Oil Recovery

Feasibility study of geothermal assisted energy storage using hydraulic fracturing

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