Completions
This paper presents a study that confirms glass-reinforced-epoxy-lined tubing as a reliable, cost-effective solution for long-term water-injection service in moderate-salinity offshore environments.
This paper introduces in-pipe inspection technologies enabling high-resolution digital measurements of tubular internal diameter and wall thickness for critical downhole applications.
This paper presents findings reinforcing the argument that acid fracturing is a strong alternative stimulation method to improve productivity in the Austin Chalk formation.
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The authors challenge the traditional planning and execution of interventions, both from an operational and commercial standpoint, and examine where room exists for significant improvement in the industry -
Despite tens of thousands of potential candidates and the proven upsides, the unconventional industry has largely overlooked refracturing—possibly due to the way it’s discussed.
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This paper explains how an operator’s projects in the Vaca Muerta have become more-efficient and cost-effective by increasing production and reducing well-delivery-cycle time while fostering the long-term sustainability of the project.
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Corrosion Inhibition of Benzyl Quinoline Chloride Derivative-Based Formulation for Acidizing ProcessDevelopment and implementation of a more effective and environmentally friendly acidizing corrosion inhibitor derived from benzyl quinoline chloride to mitigate rapid corrosion of metal-based drilling equipment.
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This paper details a gravel packing operation in the Martin Linge field in the North Sea that marks the highest density carrier fluid openhole gravel pack completed successfully worldwide, setting a new standard for well completions in challenging high-pressure environments.
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The tie between US crude output and key indicators such as rig counts and the number of new wells has significantly weakened.
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This paper provides insights into the technical and economic viability of repurposing oil and gas wells for geothermal energy production for direct heating.
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High-pressure/high-temperature (HP/HT) resources continue to be a focus of efforts to apply new technologies that maximize productivity while addressing concerns related to capital expenditure, operating expenses, and high drilling costs. These cost-effective technologies will only grow in importance in exploiting HP/HT and ultra-HP/HT fields.
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The Research Council of Norway’s $118,000 grant will support development of longer fishbone laterals to raise production while lowering carbon footprints.
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New studies examine whether two innovative well designs should have a bigger role to play in the race to get more value out of tight rock reservoirs.
