18464611. CARBON ISOTOPE RATIOS TO IDENTIFY SOURCE ROCKS simplified abstract (Saudi Arabian Oil Company)
Contents
- 1 CARBON ISOTOPE RATIOS TO IDENTIFY SOURCE ROCKS
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 CARBON ISOTOPE RATIOS TO IDENTIFY SOURCE ROCKS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
CARBON ISOTOPE RATIOS TO IDENTIFY SOURCE ROCKS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
CARBON ISOTOPE RATIOS TO IDENTIFY SOURCE ROCKS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18464611 titled 'CARBON ISOTOPE RATIOS TO IDENTIFY SOURCE ROCKS
Simplified Explanation
The disclosure relates to methods for identifying desirable depth intervals in a reservoir using carbon isotope ratio information. The desirable depth intervals in the reservoir correspond to regions in the reservoir with source rocks and where natural gas is stored.
- Methods for identifying desirable depth intervals in a reservoir using carbon isotope ratio information
- Desirable depth intervals correspond to regions with source rocks and natural gas storage
- Utilizes carbon isotope ratio information to pinpoint these intervals
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in the oil and gas industry for more efficient exploration and extraction of natural gas reserves.
Problems Solved
1. Improved identification of optimal depth intervals in a reservoir 2. Enhanced understanding of source rock locations in a reservoir
Benefits
1. Increased accuracy in reservoir exploration 2. Higher success rates in natural gas extraction 3. Cost-effective exploration and extraction processes
Potential Commercial Applications
Optimizing natural gas extraction processes in the oil and gas industry.
Possible Prior Art
There may be prior art related to using isotope ratio information for reservoir exploration and characterization, but specific examples are not provided in the abstract.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology compare to traditional methods of identifying optimal depth intervals in a reservoir?
The article does not provide a direct comparison between this technology and traditional methods, leaving uncertainty about the potential advantages or limitations of this approach.
What are the potential limitations or challenges in implementing this technology in real-world reservoir exploration projects?
The article does not address any potential obstacles or difficulties that may arise when applying this technology in practical reservoir exploration scenarios, leaving room for further exploration of these aspects.
Original Abstract Submitted
The disclosure relates to methods for identifying desirable (e.g., the best) depth intervals in a reservoir using carbon isotope ratio information. The desirable depth intervals in the reservoir correspond to regions in the reservoir with source rocks and where natural gas is stored.
