Upscaling of Single- and Two-Phase Flow in Reservoir Engineering

This book discusses fundamental upscaling aspects of single-phase/two-phase porous media flow for application in petroleum and environmental engineering. It covers issues that are frequently ignored but are relevant for developing new directions to extend the traditional approach. It also provides an Exergy Return on Exergy Invested analysis to quantify the exergy budget and carbon footprint. The book's main application is to find the reasons for reservoir impairment, and it benefits from solving the porous media flow equations using (numerical) Laplace transforms.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 222 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate aspects of single-phase/two-phase porous media flow, with a specific focus on its applications in petroleum and environmental engineering. While numerous standard texts have already been published on this subject, this work stands out for its dedication to addressing fundamental issues that are often overlooked but crucial for developing innovative approaches to expand the traditional framework. With an emphasis on real-world applications, the book offers valuable insights into optimizing recovery efficiencies through spreadsheet calculations.

In the realm of single-phase-one component fluid transport, the book explores the challenges posed by inertia, anisotropy, heterogeneity, and slip. Upscaling necessitates the use of numerical methods, and the primary application of transient flow lies in identifying the factors contributing to reservoir impairment. The analysis gains significant advantages by solving the porous media flow equations utilizing (numerical) Laplace transforms.

When considering multiphase flow, the definition of capillary pressure and relative permeabilities becomes essential. Depending on the dominance of capillary or gravity forces, the flow can be categorized as dispersed (Buckley-Leverett flow) or segregated (interface models). Miscible flow is described by a convection-dispersion equation, and the book provides a straightforward proof that the dispersion coefficient can be approximated using Gelhar's relation, which relates the product of interstitial velocity, variance of the logarithm of permeability, and other factors.

By comprehensively covering these topics, this book serves as a valuable resource for professionals and researchers in petroleum and environmental engineering, providing a comprehensive understanding of single-phase/two-phase porous media flow and its practical applications. Its emphasis on fundamental issues and real-world applications makes it an essential addition to the literature on this field.

Weight: 453g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367767440