Field/reservoir optimization utilizing neural networks
US6901391B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 18, 2002 |
| Grant date | May 31, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 11, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T70/424
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A method of optimizing performance of a well system utilizes a neural network. In a described embodiment, the method includes the step of accumulating data indicative of the performance of the well system in response to variable influencing parameters. The data is used to train a neural network to model an output of the well system in response to the influencing parameters. An output of the neural network may then be input to a valuing model, e.g., to permit optimization of a value of the well system. The optimization process yields a set of prospective influencing parameters which may be incorporated into the well system to maximize its value.
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