Coil optimization of ultra-deep azimuthal electromagnetic resistivity logging while drilling tool based on numerical simulation
Abstract This paper presents a coil optimization method of the ultra-deep azimuthal electromagnetic (EM) resistivity Logging While Drilling (LWD) to obtain the best parameters of the tool for formation boundary detection by theory. First, a rapid numerical simulation algorithm, i.e. the Fast Hankel...
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| author | Zhengming Kang Haojie Qin Yi Zhang Binbin Hou Xiaolong Hao Gang Chen |
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| description | Abstract This paper presents a coil optimization method of the ultra-deep azimuthal electromagnetic (EM) resistivity Logging While Drilling (LWD) to obtain the best parameters of the tool for formation boundary detection by theory. First, a rapid numerical simulation algorithm, i.e. the Fast Hankel Transform (FHT) method, is developed to simulate the logging responses of the layered formation. A system of double inclined coils is selected based on the response characteristics and the depth of detection (DOD) from four common coils. Simulation results demonstrated that the optimal coils are perfectly suitable for anisotropic formation. Then, the crucial parameters of the frequency and spacing of the selected coils with a DOD of 30 m are determined using the Picasso diagram. In addition, the influences of the electrical parameter of the drilling collar and resistivity anisotropy of the formation on the response are investigated. The results show that the conductivity of the drilling collar, the thickness and the resistivity anisotropy of the formation all affect the DOD. Finally, formation models with different layers are created to verify the performance and signal intensity. The results demonstrate that the optimized coils not only have a large DOD but also possess a high signal intensity, further confirming the advantages of the preferred coils. Compared with the conventional physical experiment tests, the method of coil optimization proposed in this paper is more economical and efficient. The findings of this study can help better understand the detection characteristics of the different coils, which can provide theoretical support for designing and developing a tool with the best boundary capability. |
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| spelling | doaj.art-aa6174cd91544e77b5949b61054360862023-03-22T10:29:32ZengSpringerOpenJournal of Petroleum Exploration and Production Technology2190-05582190-05662022-10-0113378780110.1007/s13202-022-01575-1Coil optimization of ultra-deep azimuthal electromagnetic resistivity logging while drilling tool based on numerical simulationZhengming Kang0Haojie Qin1Yi Zhang2Binbin Hou3Xiaolong Hao4Gang Chen5School of Electronic Engineering, Xi’an Shiyou UniversitySchool of Electronic Engineering, Xi’an Shiyou UniversityChina Coal Technology and Engineering Group Corp, Xi’an Research Institute Co. LtdGas Production Plant 2 of Yanchang Gas Field, Shaanxi Yanchang Petroleum (Group) Co. LtdSchool of Electronic Engineering, Xi’an Shiyou UniversityChina Coal Technology and Engineering Group Corp, Xi’an Research Institute Co. LtdAbstract This paper presents a coil optimization method of the ultra-deep azimuthal electromagnetic (EM) resistivity Logging While Drilling (LWD) to obtain the best parameters of the tool for formation boundary detection by theory. First, a rapid numerical simulation algorithm, i.e. the Fast Hankel Transform (FHT) method, is developed to simulate the logging responses of the layered formation. A system of double inclined coils is selected based on the response characteristics and the depth of detection (DOD) from four common coils. Simulation results demonstrated that the optimal coils are perfectly suitable for anisotropic formation. Then, the crucial parameters of the frequency and spacing of the selected coils with a DOD of 30 m are determined using the Picasso diagram. In addition, the influences of the electrical parameter of the drilling collar and resistivity anisotropy of the formation on the response are investigated. The results show that the conductivity of the drilling collar, the thickness and the resistivity anisotropy of the formation all affect the DOD. Finally, formation models with different layers are created to verify the performance and signal intensity. The results demonstrate that the optimized coils not only have a large DOD but also possess a high signal intensity, further confirming the advantages of the preferred coils. Compared with the conventional physical experiment tests, the method of coil optimization proposed in this paper is more economical and efficient. The findings of this study can help better understand the detection characteristics of the different coils, which can provide theoretical support for designing and developing a tool with the best boundary capability.https://doi.org/10.1007/s13202-022-01575-1Ultra-deep azimuthal EM resistivityLWDCoils optimizationDODNumerical simulationFast Hankel Transform |
| spellingShingle | Zhengming Kang Haojie Qin Yi Zhang Binbin Hou Xiaolong Hao Gang Chen Coil optimization of ultra-deep azimuthal electromagnetic resistivity logging while drilling tool based on numerical simulation Journal of Petroleum Exploration and Production Technology Ultra-deep azimuthal EM resistivity LWD Coils optimization DOD Numerical simulation Fast Hankel Transform |
| title | Coil optimization of ultra-deep azimuthal electromagnetic resistivity logging while drilling tool based on numerical simulation |
| title_full | Coil optimization of ultra-deep azimuthal electromagnetic resistivity logging while drilling tool based on numerical simulation |
| title_fullStr | Coil optimization of ultra-deep azimuthal electromagnetic resistivity logging while drilling tool based on numerical simulation |
| title_full_unstemmed | Coil optimization of ultra-deep azimuthal electromagnetic resistivity logging while drilling tool based on numerical simulation |
| title_short | Coil optimization of ultra-deep azimuthal electromagnetic resistivity logging while drilling tool based on numerical simulation |
| title_sort | coil optimization of ultra deep azimuthal electromagnetic resistivity logging while drilling tool based on numerical simulation |
| topic | Ultra-deep azimuthal EM resistivity LWD Coils optimization DOD Numerical simulation Fast Hankel Transform |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1007/s13202-022-01575-1 |
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