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Production optimization methodology for multilayer commingled reservoirs using commingled reservoir production performance data and production logging information

US7062420B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 28, 2001
Grant dateJun 13, 2006
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Expiry dateJul 7, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B43/00
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

An overall petroleum reservoir production optimization methodology permits the identification and remediation of unstimulated, under-stimulated, or simply poorly performing reservoir completed intervals in a multilayer commingled reservoir that can be recompleted using any of various recompletion methods (including but not limited to hydraulic fracturing, acidization, re-perforation, or drilling of one or more lateral drain holes) to improve the productivity of the well. This provides an excellent reservoir management tool and includes the overall analysis and remediation methodology that has been developed for commingled reservoirs. The specialized recompletion techniques can be used to improve the productivity of previously completed individual reservoir intervals in a commingled reservoir.

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