Status-quo of proved oil/gas initially-in-place in China as of 2020 and its variation trend in the past decade
October 2022
This study analyzes the status-quo of the proved oil/gas initially-in-place and its variation trend, the proved undeveloped oil/gas initially-in-place, and the remaining proved technically recoverable...
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Physical properties of sandstone reservoirs: Implication for fluid mobility
October 2022
Core samples representing depths of hydrocarbon-bearing zones are not readily accessible for reservoir evaluations. On the other hand, wireline logs with incorporated seismic data, which can be archived...
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Reconnaissance investigation of geothermal resources in parts of the Middle Benue Trough, Nigeria using remote sensing and geophysical methods
October 2022
In Nigeria, the basement complex and the sedimentary basins house many thermal springs which are physical manifestations of geothermal energy. However, there are difficulties in accessing the sustainability...
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A new understanding of Jurassic provenance and sedimentary framework in northwestern Sikeshu Sag, Junggar Basin, China
October 2022
For a basin or sag with low exploration maturity, the understanding of its provenance system and clastic distribution system is the key to the analysis of its sedimentary framework and further influence...
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Exploration progress of the Paleogene in Jiyang Depression, Bohai Bay Basin
Available online 7 August 2022
With increased exploration in the faulted basins of eastern China, petroleum exploration in this region has been challenged by unclear remaining petroleum resources distribution, complex reservoir and...
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Field and numerical modelling on the stability of underground strata in longwall workings
Available online 5 August 2022
The longwall method is one of the feasible and efficient underground mining methods for greater depth of workings. Recently, Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL), the largest coal-producing government...
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Production data-based facies analysis for well placement in thin-layered reservoir
July 2022
The exploitation of a thin-layered reservoir with thickness less than 5 m (16 ft) needs to rely upon sedimentary facies analysis, due to the low resolution of seismic data and sparse well data. However,...
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Toxicological effects of mining hazard elements
July 2022
Mining plays a prominent role in the economy worldwide since human efforts have been more concentrated in extraction than recycling of natural resources. Ores composed of various minerals vary according...
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Bowland Shale well placement strategy – Part 2: Fracture simulations using a 3D geomechanical model and implications for stratigraphic and spatial horizontal well locations
July 2022
Hydraulic fracture modelling is a key component of a shale reservoir well placement strategy as it provides an indication of the typical lengths and heights of stimulated fractures and of the changes...
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A review of commercial development of continental shale oil in China
July 2022
Continental shale oil is an important strategic supplement to the sustainable development of petroleum industry in China. Based on the thermal maturity of organic matter, most shale oil in China is...
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Estimating the expected value of multiple prospects in bidding blocks
July 2022
In recent years, China has accelerated the reform of its oil and gas management system, especially in competitive transfer of mining rights. Evaluating the expected value (EV) of lease blocks is crucial...
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Types and genesis of sweet spots in the tight sandstone gas reservoirs: Insights from the Xujiahe Formation, northern Sichuan Basin, China
July 2022
Through comprehensively applying geological and geophysical data, as well as core and thin section observation, the characteristics of reservoirs and fractures in the second member of the Xujiahe Formation...
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Prediction of pore volume compressibility by a new non-linear equation in carbonate reservoirs
July 2022
Pore volume compressibility is an essential parameter in reservoir studies, as it plays a major role in recovery mechanisms. Over the past decades, many attempts have been made to establish a link between...
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Geochemical, mineralogical, and petrological characteristics of the Cretaceous coal from the middle Benue Trough Basin, Nigeria: Implication for coal depositional environments
July 2022
The Benue Trough Basin (BTB) of Nigeria is geologically and geo-morphologically subdivided into upper, middle, and lower segments. The BTB is the subject of geological research due to its rich coal...
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The impact of salinity, alkalinity and nanoparticle concentration on zeta-potential of sand minerals and their implication on sand production
July 2022
The effect of brine salinity, cation type, pH, and produced sand on zeta potential (ZP) measurements with and without the presence of silica nanoparticles is investigated through pH measurement, static...
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Sedimentary facies and textural characteristics of Cretaceous sandstones in the southern Bida Basin, Nigeria: Implication for reservoir potential and depositional environment
July 2022
A study of sedimentary facies, mineral and textural characteristics of sections of conglomerates/pebbles and sandstone facies found within the Lokoja and Patti Formations in southern Bida Basin, Nigeria,...
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Recent advances in petrophysical and geophysical characterization of unconventional resources: Introduction
Available online 19 July 2022
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Characteristics of water alternating CO2 injection in low-permeability beach-bar sand reservoirs
Available online 6 July 2022
Water flooding can be ineffective in highly heterogeneous low-permeability beach-bar sand reservoirs. The introduction of CO2 flooding helps boost the oil production of the reservoirs but only in an...
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Adaptability analysis and optimization of log suite for uncased wellbores of shale gas reservoirs: A case study of Sichuan Basin, China
Available online 18 June 2022
Significant progress has been made in the exploration and development of unconventional gas resources in China since the beginning of the 21st century. With a rapid increase in yield, the exploration...
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Remaining oil distribution characteristics in an oil reservoir with ultra-high water-cut
Available online 15 June 2022
An accurate mapping and understanding of remaining oil distribution is very important for water control and stabilize oil production of mature oilfields in ultra-high water-cut stage. Currently, the...
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Displacement characteristics of CO2 flooding in extra-high water-cut reservoirs
Available online 15 June 2022
Carbon dioxide (CO2) flooding is a widely applied recovery method during the tertiary recovery of oil and gas. A high water saturation condition in reservoirs could induce a ‘water shielding’ phenomenon...
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IBIS-FM radar as a tool for monitoring hill slopes during excavations in hydropower projects: A case study from Bhutan Himalayas
April 2022
Excavation is common in the construction of hydropower projects. Monitoring for both stable and unstable slopes is a pressing requirement during progressive excavations with or without cut-slope support...
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Environmental degradation through mining for energy resources: The case of the shrinking Laguna Santa Rosa wetland in the Atacama Region of Chile
April 2022
As the world strives to replace fossil fuels with clean energy – reflected by global surge in the number of electric vehicles – the environmental impact of mining all the lithium (Li) needed to enable...
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Mapping of oil-source faults in reservoir–cap rock combinations without a source rock
April 2022
Oil and gas exploration near faults in shallow strata is investigated in this study based on an analysis of oil-source faults in reservoir–cap rock combinations without a source rock. The oil-source...
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Spectroscopy framework and review of characterization of energy resource sites
April 2022
Site characterization and rapid reliable identification of energy resources play a key role for future efficient energy production. Over the last several decades, many laboratory and in-situ techniques...
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