Field Demonstration of Tailored Pulse Fracturing as an Oil and Gas Stimulation Process. Final Report

摘要

Feasibility studies of Tailored Pulse Fracturing, a multiple fracture stimulation process, in the San Andres formation were conducted. Secondary objectives were: acquisition of multiple fracture design methodology information, improvements in the Tailored Pulse Fracturing engineering system, and development of diagnostic techniques to characterize multiple fracture networks. The Tailored Pulse Fracturing process is described. Economic benefits are outlined. Studies of the San Andres formation, state of in situ stresses and natural fracture tests are discussed. Analyses of pressure buildup tests are reviewed. With only two field tests providing information on San Andres' response to Tailored Pulse Fracturing, the major objective was not achieved. Progress was made in the secondary objectives, providing refinement of the design methodology for multiple fracture networks. 14 references, 43 figures, 5 tables. (ERA citation 10:001856)