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A study on numerical simulation method of Cs2LiYCl6:Ce3+ detection response in neutron well logging

Neutron well logging, using instruments equipped with neutron source and detectors (e.g., 3He-tubes, NaI, BGO), plays a key role in lithological differentiation, porosity determination, and fluid property...

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Coaly source rock evaluation using well logs: the Jurassic Kezilenuer Formation in Kuqa Depression, Tarim Basin, China

Coaly source rocks have attracted considerable attention for their significant hydrocarbon generation potential in recent years. However, limited study is performed on utilizing geochemical data and...

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Surface erosion thickness and oxygen isotope of the Early Jurassic lake water in northern Sichuan Basin, evidence from clumped isotopes of shell limestones

Oxygen isotope (δ18O) of paleolake water is a key indicator for reconstructing the formation temperature and diagenetic history of lacustrine carbonate minerals. In this study, we use clumped isotopes...

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Experimental and modeling investigation of zero net liquid flow in hilly terrain pipeline

Hilly terrain pipeline is a common form of pipeline in oil and gas storage and transportation industry. Due to the hilly terrain influence, the liquid at the elbow of the gathering pipeline is easy...

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Control of dual-function amphiphilic biochar-MoO3-x catalysts with abundant oxygen vacancies for efficient extractant-free oxidative desulfurization

The development of an efficient dual-function catalytic-sorption system, which seamlessly integrates reaction and separation into a single step for extractant-free systems, represents a transformative...

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Numerical investigation on 2-D NMR response mechanisms and the frequency conversion of petrophysical parameters in shale oil reservoirs

Characterizing the petrophysical properties holds significant importance in shale oil reservoirs. Two-dimensional (2-D) nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), a nondestructive and noninvasive technique,...

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Effects of multiphase transport in multiscale pore network on carbon storage and enhanced shale oil recovery: An experimental and numerical study

CO2 injection in shale oil reservoirs has emerged as a promising technique for simultaneously achieving CO2 geological storage and enhancing shale oil recovery. This study investigates the potential...

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Correlating the carbonic acid reaction with tight sand and pure minerals during geological carbon storage

CO2 injection into geological formations has been proven to be an effective approach for carbon storage. When dissolved in formation water, CO2 forms carbonic acid that induces mineral dissolution at...

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The geochemical, pore development and water-bearing characteristics of deep and ultra-deep marine shales and their effects on gas content: New implications from the shales of the first Lower Cambrian high-yield gas well (Z201) in China

The Lower Cambrian shales in the Sichuan Basin are considered one of the most promising shale gas resources in China. However, large-scale commercial development has not been achieved due to the relatively...

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Pore network modeling of gas–water two-phase flow in deformed multi-scale fracture-porous media

Two actual rocks drilled from a typical ultra-deep hydrocarbon reservoir in the Tarim Basin are selected to conduct in-situ stress-loading micro-focus CT scanning experiments. The gray images of rock...

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Hydrocarbon generation reaction kinetics study on supercritical water conversion of centimeter sized medium and low maturity organic-rich shale

Accurate prediction of the composition of pyrolysis products is the prerequisite for achieving directional regulation of organic-rich shale pyrolysis and conversion products. In this paper, the classical...

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Evolution of multi-cluster fracturing in high-density layered shale considering the effect of injection scheme

Shale oil reservoir is generally characterized by well-developed bedding planes, and multi-cluster fracturing is the most effective technique to achieve stable shale oil production. In this paper, a...

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Numerical simulation of vortex-induced vibration of deepwater drilling riser based on discrete vortex method

Deepwater drilling riser is the key equipment connecting the subsea wellhead and floating drilling platform. Due to complex marine environment, vortex-induced vibration (VIV) will be generated on riser,...

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Dynamic characteristics of anisotropic shale and rock-breaking efficiency of the axe-shaped tooth under different impact load-bedding angles

Percussion drilling technology can be used to increase the rate of penetration in deep shale reservoirs, but the interaction mechanism among impact loads, drilling teeth and rock has not been sufficiently...

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An EDCC-EMD analysis-based network for DAS VSP data denoising in frequency domain

Distributed acoustic sensing (DAS) has rapidly emerged as a transformative technology in seismic exploration, particularly in vertical seismic profiles (VSP). However, the acquired VSP data suffer from...

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Study on the performance variation and failure mechanism of natural gas pipeline under the action of water failure

Water-induced disasters in long-distance pipelines are prevalent geological hazards, characterized by their frequency and widespread distribution. The complexity of factors contributing to pipeline...

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Molecular dynamics insights into wax formation—How polymeric inhibitors shape crude oil flow

Molecular-level interactions between polymeric inhibitors and wax crystals are essential for mitigating wax deposition in crude oils, a major operational and environmental challenge. This study investigates...

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Hydrothermal carbon nanospheres as environmentally friendly, sustainable and versatile additives for water-based drilling fluids

In this study, hydrothermal carbon nanospheres (HCNs) were prepared by hydrothermal carbonization using glucose as the precursor, and introduced to improve the properties of water-based drilling fluid...

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Sequence stratigraphy and sedimentary evolution from Late Cretaceous to Quaternary in the Romney 3D seismic area, deep-water Taranaki Basin (New Zealand)

The study of sequence stratigraphy often focuses on shallow marine and shelf-edge regions, while research on deep-sea stratigraphic sequences remains relatively weak. This study, based on high-resolution...

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A novel logging method for detecting highly resistive formations in oil-based mud using high-frequency electrodes

The oil-based mud (OBM) borehole measurement environment presents significant limitations on the application of existing electrical logging instruments in high-resistance formations. In this paper,...

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Investigating petrophysical properties of gas hydrate-bearing sediments using digital rock technology: A microscopic perspective

Natural gas hydrates are crystalline solid complexes with different morphologies found in marine sediments and permafrost zones. The petrophysical properties of gas hydrate-bearing sediments (GHBS)...

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Response characteristics of shear waves scattered by fractures with borehole observation system

Fractures play a crucial role in various fields such as hydrocarbon exploration, groundwater resources management, and earthquake research. The determination of fracture location and the estimation...

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Advanced development of chemical inhibitors in water-based drilling fluids to improve shale stability: A review

Wellbore instability is a critical challenge in drilling operations, especially in shale formations where interaction with water-based drilling fluids can result in significant operational risks and...

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