Improving Re-Fracturing Efficiency and Performance Through Targeted Candidate Well Selection

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael MacDonald ◽  
Tobben Tymons ◽  
Glyn Roberts ◽  
Todd Lilly
Keyword(s):  
Visual Analysis ◽  
Fracture Initiation ◽  
3D Modelling ◽  
Frame Rate ◽  
Sensor Technology ◽  
Potential Candidate ◽  
Performance Benchmarking ◽  
Operating Expenditure ◽  
Production Values ◽  
And Performance

Abstract This paper details how the application of a combination of video-led multi-sensor technology and advanced 3D modelling can help select the best candidate wells for re-fracturing. By shifting focus towards the higher-potential re-frac candidates, operators can maximize return on investment in a multi-billion-dollar market. Deployment of high resolution, high frame rate video and multi-sensor technology enables the selection and prioritization of high-potential candidate wells, through rigless intervention performed as part of the planning phase. Rigorous, perforation-level analysis of this acquired data enables ranking with respect to unstimulated reserves and hazards that may affect re-frac performance to identify the highest potential candidates upon which a bespoke re-frac design can be applied and executed. This engineering-led approach is only possible with up-front data and knowledge gathering, prior to commencing re-frac operations. The result to the operator is higher yields in production gains for an optimized operating expenditure, with production rates potentially reaching or exceeding initial production values. This significantly reduces the time to pay-back the required operating expenditure and increases long-term profitability for the operator. The paper will use real-world case studies to demonstrate how the application of quantified visual analysis, multi-sensor measurements and 3D modelling makes it possible to plan for the best candidate wells for re-fracturing, thus improving the probability of success and increased economic return. The following problem areas will be analyzed in detail: Production Enhancement: Understanding initial frac performance and identifying under stimulated or unexploited reservoir zones. Effective Diversion: Identifying zones of over-stimulation in order to select appropriate diversion solutions to isolate these. Well integrity: 360-degree quantified visual inspection of barrier integrity and evaluation of the limits of operation of the pressure envelope. Wellbore Access: Identifying obstructions such as proppant flow-back or milling debris to assist with wellbore clean-up or quantifying casing deformation for optimization of the plug and perforation BHA design to ensure that target depths are reached. Refrac Optimization: Evaluation and performance benchmarking of refrac stage designs for optimization of fracture initiation and refrac operational costs. The techniques described in this paper involves the application of the world's first array side-view camera combined with auxiliary services, and bespoke data analysis and visualization suite to deliver the results in an intuitive and interactive platform. Further analysis of datasets is performed using patented 3-dimensional forward modelling techniques for computational analysis of well access.

scholarly journals The potential use of lightweight cellular concrete in pavement application: a review

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (6) ◽  
pp. 686-696
Author(s):  
Frank Mi-Way Ni ◽  
Abimbola Grace Oyeyi ◽  
Susan Tighe
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Tensile Strength ◽  
Ease Of Use ◽  
Potential Candidate ◽  
Actual Performance ◽  
Freeze Thaw ◽  
Lower Weight ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Potential Use ◽  
Cellular Concrete

AbstractProtecting the pavement subgrade to increase the service life of road pavements is an aspect currently being explored. Several alternative pavement subbase materials are being considered, including Lightweight Cellular Concrete (LCC). Due to its lower weight, LCC incorporating industrial by-product, making it sustainable, and ease of use amongst other benefits, is seen as a potential candidate. This paper reports reviewing the potential application of LCC within the pavement structure with a specific application as a subbase. It examines the various properties such as modulus of elasticity, compressive and tensile strength, Water absorption, and freeze-thaw resistance necessary for pavement application. It also assesses its use in the field in Canada considering the design methods utilized. Some limitations and gaps for LCC application in pavements are also established and recommendations on how to further its use and performance. This review concludes that LCC possesses potential as a pavement subbase alternative; however, other mechanical properties like LCC’s fatigue life is essential. A comparative field study is also recommended to monitor actual performance and various factors on performance.

scholarly journals Construction and performance analysis of data warehouse based on ship propulsion system

2021 ◽  
Vol 248 ◽  
pp. 01060
Author(s):  
Qi Hu ◽  
Yutao Chen ◽  
Yuqian He
Keyword(s):  
Data Warehouse ◽  
Visual Analysis ◽  
Hydrodynamic Characteristic ◽  
Propulsion System ◽  
Multidimensional Analysis ◽  
Hydrodynamic Characteristics ◽  
Soft Sensing ◽  
Ship Propulsion ◽  
System Data ◽  
And Performance

A large number of operation data will be generated in the process of ship propulsion system operation. Aiming at the processing, analysis and application of these operation data, a data warehouse for propulsion system is constructed based on the operation data of a ship, and the multidimensional analysis and result display of data are realized by combining OLAP technology with visual analysis software tableau. On the basis of the data warehouse, the soft sensing of parameters is applied to the data warehouse. Based on the soft sensing data, the hydrodynamic characteristics of the propeller are studied, and the hydrodynamic characteristic curves of the propeller are obtained. The research of ship propulsion system based on data warehouse provides support for the comprehensive information of propulsion system data.

scholarly journals 3D DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES TO RECORD EXCAVATION DATA: THE CASE OF THE CATACOMBS OF ST. LUCY (SIRACUSA, SICILY)

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Davide Tanasi ◽  
Ilenia Gradante ◽  
Mariarita Sgarlata
Keyword(s):  
High Resolution ◽  
Middle Ages ◽  
Visual Analysis ◽  
Digital Technologies ◽  
3D Modelling ◽  
Architectural Elements ◽  
Virtual Archaeology ◽  
Frequent Use ◽  
Long Life ◽  
The University

Between 2013 and 2015, Arcadia University in partnership with the Pontifical Commission for Sacred Archaeology and the University of Catania undertook new excavation campaigns in the Catacombs of St. Lucy at Siracusa. The research focuses on some very problematic parts of Region C of the complex, including Oratory C, the so-called Pagan Shrine and Crypt VI. These areas document most effectively the long life of this Christian hypogeum, which incorporated previous structures and artefacts related to the Greek period and continued to be used until the Middle Ages. During the excavation an array of 3D digital techniques (3D scanning, 3d Modelling, Image-based 3D modelling) was used for the daily recording of the archaeological units, but also to create high-resolution virtual replicas of certain districts of the catacombs. Furthermore, the same techniques were applied to support the study of certain classes of materials, such as frescoes and marble architectural elements that could otherwise only be studied in the dark environment of the catacombs, making the visual analysis of such complex artifacts difficult and sometimes misleading, not to mention that the frequent use of strong sources of light for study can also endanger them. The virtual archaeology research undertaken at the Catacombs of St. Lucy represents the first systematic application of 3D digital technologies to the study of such a special archaeological context in Sicily.

ICT Based Performance Measurement and Benchmarking Methodology

2020 ◽  
pp. 188-196
Author(s):  
Nadja Yang Meng ◽  
Karthikeyan K
Keyword(s):  
Best Practices ◽  
Performance Measurement ◽  
Performance Metrics ◽  
Performance Enhancement ◽  
Performance Measurements ◽  
Know How ◽  
Performance Benchmarking ◽  
Measurement Framework ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Made In

Performance benchmarking and performance measurement are the fundamental principles of performance enhancement in the business sector. For businesses to enhance their performance in the modern competitive world, it is fundamental to know how to measure the performance level in business that also incorporates telling how they will performance after a change has been made. In case a business improvement has been made, the performance processes have to be evaluated. Performance measurements are also fundamental in the process of doing comparisons of performance levels between corporations. The best practices within the industry are evaluated by the businesses with desirable levels of the kind of performance measures being conducted. In that regard, it is fundamental if similar businesses applied the same collection of performance metrics. In this paper, the NETIAS performance measurement framework will be applied to accomplish the mission of evaluating performances in business by producing generic collection of performance metrics, which businesses can utilize to compare and measure their organizational activities.

Cluster-Based Multi-Dimensional Visualization

2011 ◽  
pp. 89-113
Author(s):  
Douglas Janes ◽  
Michael J. Schulte ◽  
Ethan K. Brodsky ◽  
Walter F. Block
Keyword(s):  
Interventional Procedures ◽  
Timing Analysis ◽  
Time Frame ◽  
Frame Rate ◽  
Time Resolved ◽  
Gpu Cluster ◽  
Visualization System ◽  
Cluster Visualization ◽  
And Performance ◽  
Effective Visualization

There is a growing need for high-frame-rate low-latency visualization solutions as medical practice moves toward interventional procedures. We present a cost-effective visualization system well suited for off-line visualization and interventional procedures. Users can view large time-resolved multi-dimensional datasets in real time with GPU cluster visualization. In addition, computational pre-processing can be hidden by rendering across distributed graphics cards, leading to improved frame-rates over a single graphics card solution. Finally, rendering on graphics cards offloads CPU cycles for generating the next time frame in the visualization. We have developed a network arbitration protocol for GPU cluster visualization called “token scheduling.” Our protocol reduces communication latency, which in turn lowers visualization latency and improves system stability and scalability. In addition, we evaluate GPU cluster behavior and performance through a timing analysis. This analysis leads to a better understanding of cluster size needed to achieve the desired frame rate of a given problem.

Stability Enhancement for Cold Field Emitter for Reliable Operation of the Micro-Column System

2007 ◽  
Vol 544-545 ◽  
pp. 829-832
Author(s):  
J.H. Kim ◽  
Seung Joon Ahn ◽  
Chul Geun Park ◽  
Ho Seob Kim ◽  
Dae Wook Kim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Simple Structure ◽  
Potential Candidate ◽  
High Brightness ◽  
Electron Emitter ◽  
Column System ◽  
Long Lifetime ◽  
And Performance ◽  
The Stability ◽  
Stability Enhancement ◽  
Next Generation Lithography

Recently, the micro-column has been intensively studied as a potential candidate for next-generation lithography with high-throughput capability. The micro-column has a simple structure with an electron emitter, micro-lenses, a double octupole deflector, and an Einzel lens. The structure and performance of the micro-column are dependent on the characteristics of the electron emitter. The electron emitter should have several prerequisites such as stable emission of electrons, high brightness and long lifetime. It is also necessary for the emitted electrons to have sufficiently low kinetic energy, which can be achieved by using a very sharp emission tip. In this work, we made an extremely sharp tip by electro-chemically etching the tungsten wire in 10 % KOH solution. From the Fowler-Nordheim plot, the effective radius of the tip was found to be as small as ~12 nm, which is consistent with the value measured by SEM. We also discovered that the stability of emission can be enhanced very much through thermal treatment of the tip end by irradiating the Nd:YAG laser pulse

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