Mechanism of Overpressure Formation in Deeply Burial Sandstone

Abstract:

Overpressure is often encountered in the Jurassic tight and the overpressure is closely associated with gas generation. The pressure transfer from the over-pressurized mudstones to adjacent tight sandstones might occur through overpressure induced-fractures. The fine-grained coal containing Jurassic sandstone is sensitive to compaction, and the porosity decreases dramatically with the increase of overlying load. As gas migrates into the tight sandstones, it must overcome the capillary pressure which is greater than the hydrostatic pressure. The gas charging pressure in the tight sandstone must be higher than the capillary pressure, resulting in an overpressure buildup within the tight sandstones. Gas shows, low permeability and strong diagenesis in the overpressure of the tight sandstone system have been observed. Additionally, capillary seals are identified as playing an important role in the mechanism of the overpressure formation in tight sandstone reservoirs. Overpressure might be a driving force to create induced fractures in the interval, which has applications for crossing-formation migration and gas accumulation.

• Periodical: Applied Mechanics and Materials (Volumes 295-298)
• Pages: 2736-2739
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMM.295-298.2736
• Online since: February 2013
• Authors: Hai Yan Hu
• Keywords: Capillary Seal, Overpressure, Overpressure Transfer

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