R&D/innovation
As US shale potentially stares at a production plateau, operators and service providers are turning to smarter tools to extend the life of aging plays.
This article is the third in a Q&A series from the SPE Research and Development Technical Section focusing on emerging energy technologies. In this piece, Zikri Bayraktar, a senior machine learning engineer with SLB’s Software Technology and Innovation Center, discusses the expanding use of artificial intelligence in the upstream sector.
The service giant shares how its new technology can sense rock properties 50 ft ahead of the bit in horizontal wells.
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Industry leaders champion collaborative solutions as essential for overcoming fracturing limitations. -
From optimizing drilling performance to enhancing worker safety, computer vision can change how the industry works.
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The energy world is rapidly changing. The pressure to address climate change, ensure reliable energy supplies, and manage costs is greater than ever.
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Located 230 km south of Abu Dhabi, the onshore Shah field produces around 70,000 B/D of crude.
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The agreement aims to accelerate new commercial technologies that address challenges with geothermal development.
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A recent study highlights the major challenges the technology faces as operators consider the pros and cons of using additive manufactured parts in a corrosion-prone environment.
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This selection of cutting-edge articles spotlights how experimental concepts are now driving cost-saving strategies in unconventional development. It’s a reminder that innovation often comes from creative thinking, not just new tools or tech partnerships.
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Geothermal energy in the US has historically been concentrated in the West due to favorable geology, but emerging technologies have expanded the possibilities.
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Virtual reality and related visualization technologies are helping reshape how the industry views 3D data, makes decisions, and trains personnel.
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The institute is tasked with accelerating the deployment and scaling of cost-effective climate technology.
