Application of Micro-Seismic Monitoring in Post-Fracturing Evaluation of Shale Gas: A Case Study of Well X from Puguang Area, China

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作者
Zhang, Lufeng [1 ,2 ]
Wang, Haibo [1 ,2 ]
Cai, Jiujie [1 ]
Zhang, Shicheng [3 ]
机构
[1] Sinopec Petr Explorat & Prod Res Inst, Key Lab Marine Oil & Gas Reservoirs Prod, Beijing 100083, Peoples R China
[2] State Energy Ctr Shale Oil Res & Dev, Beijing 100083, Peoples R China
[3] China Univ Petr, Beijing 100083, Peoples R China
关键词
multi-stage fracturing; shale gas; micro-seismic monitoring; fracture network;
D O I
10.3390/pr11071863
中图分类号
TQ [化学工业];
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0817 ;
摘要
Multi-stage fracturing of horizontal wells is an indispensable technology to create complex fracture networks, which can unlock production potential and enable commercial productivity for shale gas with low porosity and permeability. Real-time monitoring of fracture networks is essential for adjusting key parameters, mitigating fracturing risks, and achieving optimal fracturing effects. Micro-seismic monitoring technology accurately captures and describes the development of fracture networks by detecting micro-seismic waves generated through rock ruptures, providing valuable insights into the evaluation of post-fracturing. In this study, we first introduced the basic parameters of well X that were obtained by laboratory experiments and logging interpretation, including porosity, gas-bearing properties, mineral composition, rock mechanics, and crustal stress. Then, the hydraulic fracturing scheme was designed on the basis of the geological engineering characteristics of well X. Finally, we conducted a comprehensive analysis of various factors that can affect hydraulic fracturing. This included an examination of the impact of pre-fluid temporary plugging and fracture complexity on the overall effectiveness of the operation. Based on the laboratory experiments and theoretical analysis, the following conclusions can be drawn: (1) fracture size is essentially formed when the fluid strength exceeds 35 m3/m; (2) both preflush with high viscosity and the amount of power sand exceeding 20 cubic meters are conducive to the propagation of fracture height; (3) temporary plugging balls facilitate the balanced propagation of multiple fracture clusters within a stage, whereas temporary plugging particles promote the formation of complex fractures; and (4) geological conditions are a prerequisite for creating a complex network of fractures, and only engineering techniques can facilitate the appropriate enhancement of fracture complexity. This study provides an essential method for the fracturing design of shale gas.
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