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Method for quantifying reservoir connectivity using fluid travel times

US8776895B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 30, 2007
Grant dateJul 15, 2014
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Expiry dateOct 12, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F30/28
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

The present application describes a method and system associated with the production of hydrocarbons. In the method, fluid travel time models are constructed from a reservoir model. Then, reservoir connectivity measures are calculated from the fluid travel time models and analyzed to determine a location for at least one well. Based on the analysis, one or more wells may be drilled and hydrocarbons produced.

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