Multi-Scale Drill-Core Digitalization Technique and its Applications for Reservoir Characterization: A Case Study of an Unconventional Reservoir in China

H. Sun, X. Liu, L. Luo, T. Ge, W. Shi, D. Li, Y. Zhu, L. Sun, H. Zhang, M. Arif

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    Abstract

    Multi-scale drill-core digitalization has been recognized as an efficient technique in geological survey and geophysical exploration. This technique conducts a comprehensive examination of the internal structure of rocks, and investigates the underlying mechanism of mineral and pore genesis. In this paper, a drill-core interval from an unconventional reservoir in China is selected for digitalization, aiming to address the challenge of multi-scale parameter testing and analysis in reservoir characterization. Various advanced imaging techniques, including medical computed tomography (CT) scan, hyperspectral scan, micro-CT scan, backscattered electron (BSE) image, and quantitative evaluation of minerals by scanning electron microscopy (QEMSCAN) are used to perform the analysis. These findings are necessary parameters for reservoir characterization and this comprehensive analysis resulted in a detailed understanding of favorable reservoir distribution.

    Original languageBritish English
    Title of host publicationSociety of Petroleum Engineers - ADIPEC, ADIP 2023
    ISBN (Electronic)9781959025078
    DOIs
    StatePublished - 2023
    Event2023 Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference, ADIP 2023 - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
    Duration: 2 Oct 20235 Oct 2023

    Publication series

    NameSociety of Petroleum Engineers - ADIPEC, ADIP 2023

    Conference

    Conference2023 Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference, ADIP 2023
    Country/TerritoryUnited Arab Emirates
    CityAbu Dhabi
    Period2/10/235/10/23

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