Method for predicting of hydraulic fracturing and associated risks
US11499406B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 2, 2017 |
| Grant date | Nov 15, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 2, 2037 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F2111/10
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
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Abstract
A method of predicting hydraulic fracturing and associated risks of hydraulic fracturing operation is proposed. The methods use the mathematical simulation which allow to predict the geometry of a hydraulic fracture and location of fluids, propping agents (proppant), fibers and other materials therein. Reconsidering the fracturing design allows to remedy the possible risks (overflush, screen-out, bridging, gel contamination, temperature effects).
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