Unconventional Reservoir Geomechanics: Shale Gas, Tight Oil, and Induced Seismicity

By Arjun H KohliMark D ZobackMark D. Zoback, et al.

Since the beginning of the 2005 shale gas revolution in the US, the development of unconventional oil and gas resources has gathered tremendous pace around the world. This book provides a comprehensive overview of the key geologic, geomechanical, and engineering principles that govern the development of unconventional reservoirs. The book begins with a detailed characterization of the physical properties of these reservoirs: their composition and microstructure, mechanical properties, and processes controlling fluid flow. A discussion of geomechanical principles follows, including the state of stress, pore pressure, and the importance of fractures and faults. After reviewing the fundamentals of horizontal drilling, multi-stage hydraulic fracturing, and stimulation of slip on pre-existing fractures and faults, key factors impacting hydrocarbon production are explored. The final chapters cover environmental impacts and how to mitigate hazards associated with induced seismicity. This text provides an essential overview for students, researchers, and industry professionals interested in unconventional reservoirs.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1107087074
• ISBN13: 9781107087071
• Release Date: May 2019
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 492 Pages
• Weight: 0.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 8.5" x 10.0"