Comparison of Simulated Annealing, Genetic, and Tabu Search Algorithms for Fracture Network Modeling

The mathematical modeling of fracture networks is critical for the exploration and development of natural resources. Fractures can help the production of petroleum, water, and geothermal energy. They also greatly influence the drainage and production of methane gas from coal beds. Orientation and sp...

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Main Authors: Saeed Mahmoodpour, Mohsen Masihi, Sajjad Gholinejhad
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Petroleum University of Technology 2015-05-01
Series:Iranian Journal of Oil & Gas Science and Technology
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Online Access:http://ijogst.put.ac.ir/article_9592_949ac9223db9af85891aa172c07c1f8b.pdf