Geomechanical Modelling
Overview:
Geomechanical modelling services provide critical insights into the mechanical
behavior of subsurface formations. These services are essential for optimizing
drilling operations, enhancing reservoir management, and ensuring the stability
of wells and reservoirs in the oil and gas industry, as well as in mining,
geothermal energy, and civil engineering projects.
Contact Us: For more information about our Geomechanical modelling services and how we can help your business, please contact us at contact@apspetroleum.com
Key Services :
1- Reservoir Geomechanics
a- Stress and Strain Analysis :
- Modeling in-situ stresses and their changes due to production activities.
- Predicting deformation and failure of reservoir rocks.
b- Fault and Fracture Stability :
- Assessing the stability of faults and fractures during reservoir depletion and injection.
- Evaluating reactivation potential and risks.
2- Wellbore Stability Analysis :
a- Pre-Drilling Assessment :
- Predicting optimal mud weights and drilling parameters to prevent wellbore collapse.
- Analyzing stress distribution around the wellbore to identify stable drilling windows.
b- Real-Time Monitoring :
- Monitoring wellbore conditions during drilling to adjust operations in real-time.
- Using logging data to update geomechanical models.
3- Hydraulic Fracturing Design :
a- Fracture Propagation Modeling :
- Simulating the growth and geometry of hydraulic fractures.
- Optimizing fracture design for enhanced hydrocarbon recovery.
b- Stress Interference Assessment :
- Evaluating the impact of adjacent fractures and wells on fracture propagation.
- Designing fracturing operations to avoid interference and maximize efficiency.
4- Caprock Integrity Analysis:
a- Seal Evaluation :
- Assessing the mechanical integrity of caprock to prevent hydrocarbon leakage.
- Modeling stress changes and deformation in caprock during production and injection.
b- Storage Projects :
- Evaluating the suitability of caprock for CO2 storage and other subsurface storage projects.
5- Subsidence and Compaction Analysis :
a- Surface Subsidence Prediction :
- Modeling the subsidence effects of reservoir compaction on surface infrastructure.
- Mitigating risks to pipelines, buildings, and other surface facilities.
b- Reservoir Compaction :
- Assessing compaction effects on reservoir performance and productivity.
Technologies and Tools :
a- Geomechanical Modelling Software :
- Use of industry-leading software such as APS Petroleum’s solutions, or other.
b- Finite Element Analysis (FEA) :
- Applying FEA for detailed stress and deformation analysis.
c- High-Performance Computing (HPC) :
- Leveraging HPC for efficient and accurate simulations.
d- Advanced Visualization Tools :
- 3D and 4D visualization tools for interpreting and presenting geomechanical models.
Benefits :
- Improved wellbore stability and reduced drilling risks.
- Enhanced reservoir management and optimized production strategies.
- Better hydraulic fracturing designs for increased recovery.
- Prevention of surface subsidence and protection of infrastructure.
- Assurance of caprock integrity for safe storage projects.
- Accurate pore pressure predictions for safe and efficient drilling.
Industries Served:
- Oil and gas exploration and production.
- Mining and mineral exploration.
- Geothermal energy.
- Environmental and subsurface storage projects.
Why Choose Our Services:
- Experienced team of geomechanical engineers and geoscientists.
- Cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality, accurate results.
- Proven track record of successful projects worldwide.
6- Pore Pressure Prediction :
a- Pre-Drilling Pore Pressure Models :
- Estimating pore pressure profiles to guide drilling and completion planning.
- Preventing blowouts and ensuring safe drilling operations.
b- Real-Time Pore Pressure Monitoring :
- Updating pore pressure models with real-time drilling data.
- Enhancing well control and decision-making during drilling.
