scholarly journals DEVELOPMENT OF THE METHODOLOGY OF 3D GEOLOGICAL MODELING FOR THE RESERVOIRS OF THE PALEOZOIC BASEMENT OF WEST SIBERIA

2017 ◽  
pp. 36-40
Author(s):  
A. I. Tseplyaeva

The represented method allows to create three-dimensional geological models of collectors of paleozoic basement, which provides a significant economic effect in the subsequent deposit explorations for typical russian companies - subsoil users, having a limited amount of data. In geological modeling of the collectors of paleozoic basement, the application of the method of dual porosity (double medium) is most relevant. The created approach allows to refine the geological model with an increase of geological reserves by 30 % in reservoirs with natural fracturing.

2013 ◽  
Vol 734-737 ◽  
pp. 488-492
Author(s):  
Chen Qiang Dong ◽  
Fang Ding ◽  
Wei Wei Ren

Haqian wellblock has a very good prospect in Dzungaria Basin, as it developed many faults and some formations are truncated, the development situation of it is very complicated, in this paper, we applied 3D geological modeling method which is one of the most important technology methods in describing the underground development situation, to illustrate the intricate structure. This geological model involved computer modeling and visualization of geological fault in 3D, the type of data of geological faults based on geological exploration is analyzed, after the fault model and horizon model are built, a whole structure model is finally set up.


2018 ◽  
Vol 785 ◽  
pp. 118-124
Author(s):  
Vadim Aleksandrov ◽  
Marsel Kadyrov ◽  
Zinaida Ufelman ◽  
Vadim Golozubenko ◽  
Vladimir Kopyrin

The paper presents a technique of three-dimensional geological modeling of one of the most complex formations, reef deposits. The research objective is an investigation of how the reef structure genesis influences the three-dimensional geological grid of reef mass. Using the paleogeographic and paleofacies methods of investigation, the conceptual and three-dimensional geological models of a natural reservoir have been constructed.


2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gang Mei

Several key techniques in 3D geological modeling including planar mesh generation, spatial interpolation, and surface intersection are summarized in this paper. Note that these techniques are generic and widely used in various applications but play a key role in 3D geological modeling. There are two essential procedures in 3D geological modeling: the first is the simulation of geological interfaces using geometric surfaces and the second is the building of geological objects by means of various geometric computations such as the intersection of surfaces. Discrete geometric surfaces that represent geological interfaces can be generated by creating planar meshes first and then spatially interpolating; those surfaces intersect and then form volumes that represent three-dimensional geological objects such as rock bodies. In this paper, the most commonly used algorithms of the key techniques in 3D geological modeling are summarized.


2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Daniel Pflieger ◽  
Miguel de la Varga Hormazabal ◽  
Simon Virgo ◽  
Jan von Harten ◽  
Florian Wellmann

<p>Three dimensional modeling is a rapidly developing field in geological scientific and commercial applications. The combination of modeling and uncertainty analysis aides in understanding and quantitatively assessing complex subsurface structures. In recent years, many methods have been developed to facilitate this combined analysis, usually either through an extension of existing desktop applications or by making use of Jupyter notebooks as frontends. We evaluate here if modern web browser technology, linked to high-performance cloud services, can also be used for these types of analyses.</p><p>For this purpose, we developed a web application as proof-of-concept with the aim to visualize three dimensional geological models provided by a server. The implementation enables the modification of input parameters with assigned probability distributions. This step enables the generation of randomized realizations of models and the quantification and visualization of propagated uncertainties. The software is implemented using HTML Web Components on the client side and a Python server, providing a RESTful API to the open source geological modeling tool “GemPy”. Encapsulating the main components in custom elements, in combination with a minimalistic state management approach and a template parser, allows for high modularity. This enables rapid extendibility of the functionality of the components depending on the user’s needs and an easy integration into existing web platforms.</p><p>Our implementation shows that it is possible to extend and simplify modeling processes by creating an expandable web-based platform for probabilistic modeling, with the aim to increase the usability and to facilitate access to this functionality for a wide range of scientific analyses. The ability to compute models rapidly and with any given device in a web browser makes it flexible to use, and more accessible to a broader range of users.</p>


Water ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (3) ◽  
pp. 638
Author(s):  
Zhenzhou Zhu ◽  
Xiaodong Lei ◽  
Nengxiong Xu ◽  
Dongyue Shao ◽  
Xingyu Jiang ◽  
...  

With the increasing demand for energy and the growing concern for atmospheric pollution in Beijing, China, the exploitation and utilization of geothermal resources are becoming more desirable. The study combined three-dimensional geological modeling with geothermal field analysis to make clear the potential and distribution of geothermal resources in the northwest of the Beijing plain, which could provide a scientific basis for rational utilization in the study area. Based on the analysis of the geological data and geothermal conditions, we created a 3D geological model of the study area, and then added isothermal surfaces into the model and analyzed the heat flow to enhance the understanding of the present geothermal field. After that, the volumes of different temperature intervals of heat reservoirs were calculated accurately and automatically by the integration of the model and the isothermal surfaces. Finally, the geothermal reserves were calculated by the improved volumetric method, and the distribution of resources was analyzed comprehensively. The results showed that, in the study area, the heat flow values ranged from 49 to 99 mW m−2, and the average elevations of 25 °C, 40 °C, and 60 °C isothermal surfaces were at −415 m, −1282 m, and −2613 m, respectively. The geothermal reserves were 5.42 × 1019 J and the volume of the heat reservoir was 4.88 × 1011 m3. The geothermal resources of the study area had good potential and could support local green development.


2014 ◽  
Vol 556-562 ◽  
pp. 4116-4119
Author(s):  
Jing Rui Xu ◽  
Xue Li

With the fast development of computer technology and 3D visualization technology, geological modleing has made great progress in recent years. The aim of geological modeling is to realize the integrated and quantitative prediction of underground geological bodies, and provide researchers with 3D display of geological characteristics, consequently. So, 3D geological modeling has become an important tool for people to carry out related studies in every oilfield of in China. This paper analyzes the complexity and diversity of geological bodies and geological structure, because these are the main factors that control the distribution and spread of sandboied and reservoir parameters. Based on these previous analysis, the 3D geological model is established with proper modeling method, and a certain 3D visualization of geological bodies are realized by through-well profiles and fence models. Also, the 3D geological model can provide a reliable scientific tools for decision-making for geological researchers.


2013 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Xue Li ◽  
Jinliang Zhang ◽  
Yong Yuan ◽  
Cunlei Li ◽  
Ningning Meng

AbstractThe M1 block is a typically complex fault-block oilfield, whose recovery has reached 30.5% through the twenty years waterflooding development. Remaining oil scatters very widely and the production between layers is in a high degree. However, many problems have been exposed at the same time which hinder improvement of the recovery rate and sustainable development of the reservoir. Hence, it is important to carry out basic geological research and form a comprehensive understanding of reservoir properties. However, few such studies have been conducted in China. In this study, work related to basic geological research was conducted based on high-resolution sequence stratigraphy, seismic interpretation technology and 3D visual geological modeling, and significant results were achieved. Three sequence orders and three types of interfacies in the stratigraphic architecture of M1 block were identified through seismic sections, logging curve characteristics and entropy spectrum analysis. Thirty-two short-term sequence cycles (fifth order), eight mid-term sequence cycles (fourth order) and two long-term sequence cycles (third order) were identified, followed by the establishment of a high-resolution isochronous stratigraphic correlation framework. Finally, a regional 3D geological model was established on the basis of these preliminary studies. The integrated 3D geological model is a valuable tool for reflecting geological bodies accurately, and it can accurately represent and describe reservoir heterogeneity.


2013 ◽  
Vol 336-338 ◽  
pp. 1416-1421
Author(s):  
Wei He ◽  
Wen Li Wu

To achieve 3D grid models which have a non-uniform size and varying properties, we proposed the algorithm of grid subdivision and encryption by human-computer interaction. This algorithm was the technology based on 3D geological modeling, and achieving process has following three steps. Firstly, we converted many 2D cross sections to 3D space, and reconstructed 3D vector models using the algorithm of optimal path suture, and set the property of abnormal body and surrounding rock. Then, achieving 3D grids subdivided according to the relationship between the center of 3D grid and 3D vector models, the properties of 3D grids were determined. Finally, we encrypted grids in the survey area and expansion area, and modified the properties. The results show that the algorithm can realize the conversion from 3D vector models to 3D grid models, and this process is reliable and efficient.


2019 ◽  
Vol 60 (5) ◽  
pp. 1023-1036
Author(s):  
Naseem Sh. ALhakeem ◽  
Medhat E. Nasser ◽  
Ghazi H. AL-Sharaa

3D geological model for each reservoir unit comprising the Yamama Formation revealed to that the formation is composed of alternating reservoirs and barriers. In Subba and Luhais fields the formation began with barrier YB-1 and four more barriers (YB-2, YB-3, YB-4, YB-5), separated five reservoirs (YR-A, YR-B, YR-C, YR-D, YR-E) ranging in thickness from 70 to 80 m for each of them deposited by five sedimentary cycles. In the Ratawi field the formation was divided into three reservoir units (YR-A, YR-B, and YR-C) separated by two barrier units (YB-2 and YB-3), the first cycle is missing in Ratawi field.   The study involves 1 well in Luhais field (Lu-12), 3 wells in Subba field (Su-7, Su-8, and Su-9), and 5 wells in Ratawi field (Rt-3, Rt-4, Rt-5, Rt-6 and Rt-7), the Luhais, Subba, and Ratawi fields located in the Mesopotamia zone (Zubair subzone). The reservoir units (YR-C and YR-D) in Subba oil field, and YR-B in Ratawi oil field represent the major reservoir units that characterized by the best Petrophysical properties (the highest porosity, the lowest water saturation, and the best Net Pay Thickness), Luhais oil field has poor to moderate Petrophysical properties and low oil bearing in YR-A, YR-B and YR-C units, and produce heavy oil and salt water from YR-D and YR-E as indicated by low resistivity log reading, and according to the Drill Steam Test (DST) with the description of cutting in final geological reports.


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