A METHODOLOGY FOR DEVELOPMENT SYSTEM OPTIMIZATION OF A HYDROCARBON ASSET BASED ON AN INTEGRATED ADAPTIVE GEOLOGICAL MODEL
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Keywords: development system optimization, adaptive geological model, reservoir model refinement, geological and technological studies, hydrodynamic simulation, oil recovery factor, reservoir heterogeneity, history matching.Abstract
Abstract
This paper proposes a comprehensive methodology for optimizing the
development system of mature fields with high reservoir heterogeneity. The
methodology is based on the sequential integration of new geological and technological
data and hydrodynamic simulation results into an updated three-dimensional static
model. An algorithm for model adaptation to dynamic data is considered, allowing for
a reduction in uncertainty in the prediction of filtration-capacity properties. The
implementation of the methodology enables a quantitative assessment of the efficiency
of various development scenarios, including changes to the well pattern and operating
modes. The result is a justified plan of measures aimed at increasing the oil recovery
factor (ORF) and the economic efficiency of the project.
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