Ultralow Permeability Reservoir Stress Field Simulation

Abstract:

The simulation method of reservoir tectonic and present stress field was recommended, and in-situ stress distribution of C8₂ ultralow permeability reservoir formation in Changqing oilfied Z19 well block was computed. The method is based on finite element analysis, of which the contents and procedures include geological model establishment, calculation model establishment and results analysis. The simulation precision depends on the reliability of models. Inversion criteria need to be set to determine whether the ultimate simulating result is reasonable. Main inversion criteria include absolute inversion, principle stress criteria, deformation criteria, etc. The maximum principle stress value of C8₂ formation in Z19 well block is between 35.7 and 45.2MPa, whose direction is NE 72o-80o, and the dominant direction is NE 75o. The differential stress value is between 0.4 and 9.8MPa. The relationship between stress, reservoir parameters and production data was discussed. The simulation results can be taken as reference for well pattern design, optimization and overall fracturing design.

• Periodical: Advanced Materials Research (Volumes 816-817)
• Pages: 728-733
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/AMR.816-817.728
• Online since: September 2013
• Authors: Guang Feng Liu, Yang Lu, Ling Lu, Jun Tao Wang
• Keywords: Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Simulation Method, Stress Field, Ultralow Permeability Reservoir, Z19 Well Block

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