Physical experimental simulation of unconventional reservoir formation process for carboniferous in Hudson Oilfield, Tarim Basin

Abstract This study conducts a comprehensive investigation into theformation mechanisms of unconventional oil reservoirs within the Carboniferous strata of the Hudson Oilfield in the Tarim Basin. By combining extensive geological surveys with a custom-built, physically simulated cross-sectional mode...

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Main Authors: Rujun Wang, Yongliang Tang, Wei Zhou, Daiyu Zhou, Zangyuan Wu, Guangqiang Shao
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Published: SpringerOpen 2025-01-01
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1007/s13202-024-01925-1
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author Rujun Wang
Yongliang Tang
Wei Zhou
Daiyu Zhou
Zangyuan Wu
Guangqiang Shao
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description Abstract This study conducts a comprehensive investigation into theformation mechanisms of unconventional oil reservoirs within the Carboniferous strata of the Hudson Oilfield in the Tarim Basin. By combining extensive geological surveys with a custom-built, physically simulated cross-sectional model, this work elucidates the intricate interlayer distribution and its profound impact on reservoir heterogeneity. The non-equilibrium dynamics at the oil–water interface are revealed, shedding light on how variations in reservoir properties influence hydrocarbon migration and accumulation patterns. Through a detailed examination of the interplay among Carboniferous stratigraphy, reservoir instability, and trap adjustments, the findings yield several key outcomes: a demonstrated correlation between randomly distributed calcareous interlayers and resulting in a 30% increase in heterogeneity indices over conventional models. Documentation of oil–water interface inclinations exceeding 100 m and lateral hydrocarbon reversals in 20% of examined reservoirs, contradicting conventional understanding. Evidence that porosity and permeability fluctuations significantly affect hydrocarbon accumulations, leading to a 45% discrepancy in recoverable reserve estimates. And the application of advanced simulations, enhancing unconventional reservoir prediction accuracy by 25% compared to standard geological techniques. These collective insights significantly advance the understanding of Carboniferous unconventional reservoir evolution, informing future exploration strategies and challenging established theories in petroleum geoscience. This highlights the necessity of accounting for reservoir instability and interlayer intricacy in deciphering unconventional hydrocarbon systems.
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spelling doaj-art-83dd74dbf1d94e75ad8910cf948207242025-02-09T12:13:29ZengSpringerOpenJournal of Petroleum Exploration and Production Technology2190-05582190-05662025-01-0115111210.1007/s13202-024-01925-1Physical experimental simulation of unconventional reservoir formation process for carboniferous in Hudson Oilfield, Tarim BasinRujun Wang0Yongliang Tang1Wei Zhou2Daiyu Zhou3Zangyuan Wu4Guangqiang Shao5Tarim Oilfield Company, PetroChinaTarim Oilfield Company, PetroChinaPetroChina Research Institute of Petroleum Exploration & Development, CNPCTarim Oilfield Company, PetroChinaTarim Oilfield Company, PetroChinaTarim Oilfield Company, PetroChinaAbstract This study conducts a comprehensive investigation into theformation mechanisms of unconventional oil reservoirs within the Carboniferous strata of the Hudson Oilfield in the Tarim Basin. By combining extensive geological surveys with a custom-built, physically simulated cross-sectional model, this work elucidates the intricate interlayer distribution and its profound impact on reservoir heterogeneity. The non-equilibrium dynamics at the oil–water interface are revealed, shedding light on how variations in reservoir properties influence hydrocarbon migration and accumulation patterns. Through a detailed examination of the interplay among Carboniferous stratigraphy, reservoir instability, and trap adjustments, the findings yield several key outcomes: a demonstrated correlation between randomly distributed calcareous interlayers and resulting in a 30% increase in heterogeneity indices over conventional models. Documentation of oil–water interface inclinations exceeding 100 m and lateral hydrocarbon reversals in 20% of examined reservoirs, contradicting conventional understanding. Evidence that porosity and permeability fluctuations significantly affect hydrocarbon accumulations, leading to a 45% discrepancy in recoverable reserve estimates. And the application of advanced simulations, enhancing unconventional reservoir prediction accuracy by 25% compared to standard geological techniques. These collective insights significantly advance the understanding of Carboniferous unconventional reservoir evolution, informing future exploration strategies and challenging established theories in petroleum geoscience. This highlights the necessity of accounting for reservoir instability and interlayer intricacy in deciphering unconventional hydrocarbon systems.https://doi.org/10.1007/s13202-024-01925-1Unconventional oil reservoirsHudson OilfieldCarboniferousPhysical experiment
spellingShingle Rujun Wang
Yongliang Tang
Wei Zhou
Daiyu Zhou
Zangyuan Wu
Guangqiang Shao
Physical experimental simulation of unconventional reservoir formation process for carboniferous in Hudson Oilfield, Tarim Basin
Journal of Petroleum Exploration and Production Technology
Unconventional oil reservoirs
Hudson Oilfield
Carboniferous
Physical experiment
title Physical experimental simulation of unconventional reservoir formation process for carboniferous in Hudson Oilfield, Tarim Basin
title_full Physical experimental simulation of unconventional reservoir formation process for carboniferous in Hudson Oilfield, Tarim Basin
title_fullStr Physical experimental simulation of unconventional reservoir formation process for carboniferous in Hudson Oilfield, Tarim Basin
title_full_unstemmed Physical experimental simulation of unconventional reservoir formation process for carboniferous in Hudson Oilfield, Tarim Basin
title_short Physical experimental simulation of unconventional reservoir formation process for carboniferous in Hudson Oilfield, Tarim Basin
title_sort physical experimental simulation of unconventional reservoir formation process for carboniferous in hudson oilfield tarim basin
topic Unconventional oil reservoirs
Hudson Oilfield
Carboniferous
Physical experiment
url https://doi.org/10.1007/s13202-024-01925-1
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