Simulation of complex fracture networks influenced by natural fractures in shale gas reservoir

Simulation of complex fracture networks influenced by natural fractures in shale gas reservoir

When hydraulic fractures intersect with natural fractures, the geometry and complexity of a fracture network are determined by the initiation and propagation pattern which is affected by a number of factors. Based on the fracture mechanics, the criterion for initiation and propagation of a fracture...

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Main Authors: Zhao Jinzhou, Li Yongming, Wang Song, Jiang Youshi, Zhang Liehui
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: KeAi Communications Co., Ltd. 2014-10-01
Series:Natural Gas Industry B
Subjects:
Shale gas
Hydraulic fracturing
Initiation and propagation criterion
Propagating angle
Propagating pressure
Fracture network
Complex fracture model
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2352854014000138

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