18464842. CARBON AND OXYGEN ISOTOPE RATIOS TO IDENTIFY SOURCE ROCKS simplified abstract (Saudi Arabian Oil Company)
Contents
- 1 CARBON AND OXYGEN ISOTOPE RATIOS TO IDENTIFY SOURCE ROCKS
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 CARBON AND OXYGEN 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 Original Abstract Submitted
CARBON AND OXYGEN ISOTOPE RATIOS TO IDENTIFY SOURCE ROCKS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
CARBON AND OXYGEN ISOTOPE RATIOS TO IDENTIFY SOURCE ROCKS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18464842 titled 'CARBON AND OXYGEN ISOTOPE RATIOS TO IDENTIFY SOURCE ROCKS
Simplified Explanation
The disclosure relates to methods for identifying desirable depth intervals in a formation using carbon and/or oxygen isotope ratio information. The desirable depth intervals in the formation correspond to regions in the formation with source rocks and relatively high total organic carbon (TOC).
- The innovation involves using carbon and/or oxygen isotope ratio information to identify the best depth intervals in a formation.
- The identified depth intervals correspond to regions with high total organic carbon (TOC) content, indicating the presence of source rocks.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in various industries such as oil and gas exploration, environmental studies, and geological research.
Problems Solved
This technology helps in efficiently identifying regions with high total organic carbon content in formations, which is crucial for resource exploration and environmental assessments.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include improved accuracy in identifying desirable depth intervals, leading to more effective decision-making in resource exploration and environmental studies.
Potential Commercial Applications
Potential commercial applications of this technology include offering consulting services to companies involved in oil and gas exploration, providing data analysis tools for geological research, and developing software for environmental monitoring.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of isotope ratio information in geological studies to analyze the composition of formations and identify potential resource-rich regions.
Unanswered Questions
How does this technology compare to traditional methods of identifying desirable depth intervals in formations?
This technology offers a more precise and data-driven approach compared to traditional methods, which may rely on visual inspection or less accurate indicators.
What are the limitations of using carbon and/or oxygen isotope ratio information in identifying desirable depth intervals?
One limitation could be the availability and quality of data, as isotope ratio analysis may require specialized equipment and expertise. Additionally, factors such as sample contamination or natural variability in isotope ratios could affect the accuracy of the results.
Original Abstract Submitted
The disclosure relates to methods for identifying desirable (e.g., the best) depth intervals in a formation using carbon and/or oxygen isotope ratio information. The desirable depth. intervals in the formation correspond to regions in the formation with source rocks and relatively high (e.g., the highest) total organic carbon (TOC).
