Unconventional Reservoir Geomechanics: Shale Gas, Tight Oil, and Induced Seismicity by Mark D. Zoback, Arjun H. Kohli

Unconventional Reservoir Geomechanics: Shale Gas, Tight Oil, and Induced Seismicity
Mark D. Zoback, Arjun H. Kohli
Page: 400
Format: pdf, ePub, mobi, fb2
ISBN: 9781107087071
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Unconventional Reservoir Geomechanics: Shale Gas, Tight Oil, and Induced Seismicity

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Since the beginning of the US shale gas revolution in 2005, the development of unconventional oil and gas resources has gathered tremendous pace around the world. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the key geologic, geophysical, and engineering principles that govern the development of unconventional reservoirs. The book begins with a detailed characterization of unconventional reservoir rocks: their composition and microstructure, mechanical properties, and the processes controlling fault slip and fluid flow. A discussion of geomechanical principles follows, including the state of stress, pore pressure, and the importance of fractures and faults. After reviewing the fundamentals of horizontal drilling, multi-stage hydraulic fracturing, and stimulation of slip on pre-existing faults, the key factors impacting hydrocarbon production are explored. The final chapters cover environmental impacts and how to mitigate hazards associated with induced seismicity. This text provides an essential overview for students, researchers, and industry professionals interested in unconventional reservoirs.

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