18065518. METHODS OF MONITORING WATER INJECTION IN SUBTERRANEAN FORMATIONS simplified abstract (Saudi Arabian Oil Company)
Contents
- 1 METHODS OF MONITORING WATER INJECTION IN SUBTERRANEAN FORMATIONS
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 METHODS OF MONITORING WATER INJECTION IN SUBTERRANEAN FORMATIONS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Key Features and Innovation
- 1.6 Potential Applications
- 1.7 Problems Solved
- 1.8 Benefits
- 1.9 Commercial Applications
- 1.10 Prior Art
- 1.11 Frequently Updated Research
- 1.12 Questions about Water Injection Optimization
- 1.13 Original Abstract Submitted
METHODS OF MONITORING WATER INJECTION IN SUBTERRANEAN FORMATIONS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Abdulrahim Khalid Al Mulhim of Hofuf (SA)
Ibrahim Mohamed El-zefzafy of Udhailiyah (SA)
METHODS OF MONITORING WATER INJECTION IN SUBTERRANEAN FORMATIONS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18065518 titled 'METHODS OF MONITORING WATER INJECTION IN SUBTERRANEAN FORMATIONS
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a method for analyzing signals from a sensor in a subterranean formation to determine the ideal flow rate and pressure of water injected by a power water injector. Mitigation actions are taken if deviations from steady state are detected.
Key Features and Innovation
- Analysis of signals from a sensor in a subterranean formation
- Determination of ideal water flow rate and pressure for injection
- Continuous monitoring of injected water volume and pressure
- Mitigation actions based on deviations from steady state
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in the oil and gas industry for optimizing water injection processes in subterranean formations.
Problems Solved
This technology addresses the need for accurate monitoring and control of water injection in subterranean formations to enhance production efficiency and prevent potential issues.
Benefits
- Improved efficiency in water injection processes
- Enhanced production output
- Prevention of potential problems in subterranean formations
Commercial Applications
Title: Enhanced Water Injection Optimization Technology for Oil and Gas Industry This technology can be commercially used by oil and gas companies to optimize water injection processes, increase production efficiency, and reduce operational risks.
Prior Art
Readers can explore prior research on water injection optimization in subterranean formations in the oil and gas industry to understand the evolution of similar technologies.
Frequently Updated Research
Researchers are continually exploring new methods and technologies for optimizing water injection processes in subterranean formations to improve production efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
Questions about Water Injection Optimization
How does this technology impact the overall production efficiency in the oil and gas industry?
This technology significantly improves production efficiency by optimizing water injection processes in subterranean formations, leading to increased output and reduced operational risks.
What are the potential long-term benefits of implementing this technology in oil and gas operations?
The long-term benefits include sustained production efficiency, reduced environmental impact, and improved operational reliability in oil and gas operations.
Original Abstract Submitted
A method may include receiving a plurality of signals from a sensor deployed in a subterranean formation and performing a step-rate analysis for the subterranean formation using the plurality of signals. An ideal volumetric flow rate and pressure of water injected into the subterranean formation by a power water injector may be determined from the step-rate analysis. A cumulative volume and pressure of water injected into the subterranean formation may be determined continuously to obtain a plurality of cumulative injected water and pressure data points. A Hall plot analysis may be performed from the plurality of cumulative injected water and pressure data points. A mitigation action may be performed when a deviation from steady state within the Hall plot analysis is beyond a constant factor, wherein the mitigation action reduces the deviation from steady state.
