18001196. HOLOGRAPHIC INVERSION FOR HYDROCARBON INDICATOR simplified abstract (Saudi Arabian Oil Company)
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HOLOGRAPHIC INVERSION FOR HYDROCARBON INDICATOR
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HOLOGRAPHIC INVERSION FOR HYDROCARBON INDICATOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18001196 titled 'HOLOGRAPHIC INVERSION FOR HYDROCARBON INDICATOR
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a method for detecting the presence of hydrocarbons using surface seismic data analysis.
- The method involves obtaining a seismic dataset, determining a redatumed gather for a target horizon, and analyzing the spectrum of the data to identify hydrocarbon indicators.
- A geographic map of hydrocarbon indicator values is created to pinpoint areas of interest for potential hydrocarbon presence.
- The presence of hydrocarbons is determined based on anomalous values on the geographic map.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Utilizes surface seismic data analysis to detect hydrocarbons.
- Incorporates redatumed gathers and spectral analysis for accurate results.
- Generates a geographic map of hydrocarbon indicators for targeted exploration.
Potential Applications:
- Oil and gas exploration and production.
- Environmental monitoring for hydrocarbon leaks.
- Geological surveys for resource mapping.
Problems Solved:
- Efficient and accurate detection of hydrocarbons.
- Targeted exploration for resource extraction.
- Minimization of environmental impact through early detection.
Benefits:
- Improved accuracy in identifying hydrocarbon reserves.
- Cost-effective exploration and production processes.
- Enhanced environmental protection measures.
Commercial Applications: Hydrocarbon exploration and production technology for the oil and gas industry.
Prior Art: Prior art related to this technology may include seismic data analysis methods for resource exploration and detection.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in surface seismic data analysis techniques for hydrocarbon detection.
Questions about Hydrocarbon Detection: 1. How does surface seismic data analysis improve hydrocarbon detection accuracy? 2. What are the potential environmental benefits of using this technology for hydrocarbon exploration?
Original Abstract Submitted
A method of determining a presence of hydrocarbons is disclosed. The method includes obtaining a surface seismic dataset, composed of a plurality of seismic gathers, determining a redatumed gather for a target horizon based on the seismic gather, determining a time window of the redatumed gather around the target horizon, and determining a spectrum of a portion within the time window. The method further includes determining a hydrocarbon indicator based, at least in part, on an amplitude of a higher-frequency portion and lower-frequency portion of the spectrum of the plurality of seismic gathers, determining a geographic map of values of the hydrocarbon indicator from the plurality of seismic gathers, and determining a presence of hydrocarbons based, at least in part, on at least one anomalous value on the geographic map. A system including a seismic acquisition system and a seismic processor for executing the method is disclosed.
