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Monday, 12 November, 1400 to 1700

202 A&B

ELECTROMAGNETICS AND NMR

Session Chairpersons: Bill Boykin, NuTech Energy Alliance
David Kersey, Saudi Aramco
1400 109051

Estimation of Variable Fluids Mixture Density with 4D NMR Logging

C. Cao Minh, Schlumberger; E. Caroli, Total; P. Sundararaman, Chevron
1425 110803

Porosity Determination From NMR Log Data: The Effects of Acquisition Parameters, Noise, and Inversion

H. Bachman, S.F. Crary, R. Heidler, J. LaVigne, Schlumberger; R. Akkurt, Saudi Aramco
1450 110054

A Two-and-Half-Dimensional Model-Based Inversion Algorithm for the Controlled-Source Electromagnetic Data

A. Abubakar, T. Habashy, Y. Zhang, Schlumberger
1545 109946

Fluid Density and Viscosity Effects on Borehole Resistivity Measurements Acquired in the Presence of Oil-Based Mud and Emulsified Surfactants

J.M. Salazar, M. Malik, C. Torres-Verdin, G. Wang, H. Duan, University of Texas at Austin
1610 110623

Borehole Effects and Correction in OBM with Dip and Anisotropy for Triaxial Induction Tools

P.T. Wu, H. Wang, G.N. Minerbo, D.M. Homan, T. Barber, M. Frey, Schlumberger
1635 109848

Formation Evaluation in Thin Sand/Shale Laminations

C. Cao Minh, I. Joao, Schlumberger; J.N. Clavaud, P. Surdararaman, Chevron; D. Mardon, ExxonMobil
Poster 110752

Evaluation of Low-Resistivity-Pay Deepwater Turbidites Using Constrained Thin-Bed Petrophysical Analysis

R. Bastia, A. Tyagi, K. Saxena, Reliance Industries; T. Klimentos, R. Altman, S. Alderman, S. Bahuguna, Schlumberger

Monday, 12 November, 1400 to 1700

203 A&B

RELATIONSHIPS: RESERVES, PRICE, SUPPLY AND DEMAND

Session Chairpersons: Delores Hinkle, Marathon Oil Company
  Andy Merryman, Frost Bank

 

Investors, regulators, governments, and consumers all require a reliable estimate of petroleum reserves for determining the outlook of the world’s energy supply as well as consistently assessing one measure of value for individual companies. This two-part session, featuring technical papers and a panel, will explore the complex relationship between reserves, prices, and supply and demand.

 

1400 109610

Decision-Making in the Oil and Gas Industry—From Blissful Ignorance to Uncertainty-Induced Confusion

J.E. Bickel, Texas A&M University; R.B. Bratvold, University of Stavanger
1425 110812

Sensitivity of  Project Economics to Uncertainty in Type and Parameters of Oil Price Models

S.H. Begg, N. Smit, University of Adelaide
1450 110617

Methods for Incorporating Costs, Pricing; Gas Shrinkage and Transport Tariffs; NGL and Inert Revenues; and Working Interest in Gas Plants and LNG Projects Into Reserve Estimates

J.M. McLaughlin, B.A. Gouge, Ryder Scott Company
Poster 109637

Recent Developments in Risk Analysis—Applications For Petroleum Engineering

J.C. Cunha, University of Alberta

 

Moderator:  William Davie, Chief Economist, Schlumberger

 

Panelists: John Etherington, Managing Director, PRA International
Fatih Birol, Chief Economist, International Energy Agency
Paul Horsnell, Head of Energy Research, Barclay Capital

 

107693 The 2007 SPE/AAPG/WPC/SPEE Reserves and Resources, Classifications, Definitions, and Guidelines Defining the Standard
J. Etherington, PRA International; J.E. Ritter, Occidental Petroleum

 

Monday, 12 November, 1400 to 1700

204 A

CO2 INJECTION

Session Chairpersons: Shah Kabir, Chevron
Yun Wang, BP
1400 110725

On IFT Measurements to Estimate Minimum Miscibility Pressures

K. Jessen, University of Southern California; F.M. Orr, Stanford University
1425 109855

Sorption-Induced Permeability Change of Coal During Gas-Injection Processes

W. Lin, G. Tang, A.R. Kovscek, Stanford University
1450 110264

Analytical and Numerical Investigation of Multicomponent Multiphase WAG Displacements

T.C. LaForce, University of Wyoming; K. Jessen, University of Southern California
1545 109915

Carbon Dioxide Transport and Sorption Behavior in Confined Coal Cores for Enhanced Coalbed Methane and CO2 Sequestration

S.A. Jikich, R.T. McLendon, K. Seshadri, G. Irdi, D.H. Smith, NETL-DOE
1610 109739

A Modelling Study of the Role of Selected Minerals In Enhancing CO2 Mineralization During CO2 Aquifer Storage

S. Thibeau, Total; L.X. Nghiem, Computer Modelling Group; H. Ohkuma, Japan Oil Engineering Company
1635 110628

Experimental Study of CO2 Injection Into Saline Formations

Y. Cinar, University of New South Wales; A. Riaz, H.A. Tchelepi, Stanford University
Poster 110258

Multicomponent Sorption Modeling in ECBM Displacement Calculations

K. Jessen, University of Southern California; W. Lin, A.R. Kovscek, Stanford University
Poster 110577

Laboratory Experimental Results of Huff-and-Puff CO2 Flooding in a Fractured Core System

K. Asghari, F. Torabi, University of Regina

Monday, 12 November, 1400 to 1700

204 B

WELL STIMULATION CASE HISTORIES

Session Chairpersons: Robert Duenckel, Carbo Ceramics
John Mather, Chevron
1400 110451

Successful Hybrid Slickwater Fracture Design Evolution—An East Texas Cotton Valley Taylor Case History

P.J. Handren, Ascent Operating; T. Palisch, CarboCeramics
1425 110187

Evaluating the Impact of Waterfrac Technologies on Gas Recovery Efficiency:  Case Studies Using Elliptical Flow Production Data Analysis

D. Ilk, Texas A&M University; J.A. Rushing, R.B. Sullivan, Anadarko Petroleum Corporation; T.A. Blasingame, Texas A&M University
1450 109909

Complex Fracture Geometry Investigations Conducted on Western Siberian Oilfields

A.N. Nikitin, A. Shirnen, Rosneft; J. Maniere, Schlumberger
1545 110068

Optimizing the Completion of a Multilayer Cotton Valley Sand Using Hydraulic-Fracture Monitoring and Integrated Engineering

J.D. Baihly, Schlumberger; A.W. Coolidge, S.D. Dutcher, Devon Energy; R. Villarreal, M.E. Craven, K. Brook, J.H. Le Calvez, Schlumberger
1610 109863

Advanced Technology Completion Strategies for Marginal Tight Gas Sand Reservoirs: A Production Optimization Case Study in South Texas

D.L. Fairhurst, S. Indriati, B.W. Reynolds, J.W. Lewis, Schlumberger; M.W. Holcomb, F.F. Starr, Crimson Energy Company
1635 109585

Inverted Convective Proppant Transport for Effective Conformance Fracturing

J.A.C.M. dos Santos, R.A. Cunha, Petrobras; R.C.B. de Melo, R.S. Aboud, H.A. Pedrosa, F.A. Marchi, BJ Services Company

Monday, 12 November, 1400 to 1700

204 C

PART I: RISK/INTEGRITY MANAGEMENT
PART II: WELLSITE FLUIDS MANAGEMENT

Session Chairpersons: Deonarine Jaggernauth, Petrotrin
John Hall, Halliburton
1400 110521

Fire Protection in the Petroleum Industry

S.M. Dawoud, Rolf Jensen & Associates
1425 109177

Joint Industry Project: Improvised PPE and Informatics Integrity Reducing Occupational Risks

S.J. Knight, Gardin-Haag BV; E. Klinger, Ozonelink
1450 109545

Quantitative Optimization of Offshore Fire and Gas Systems Design Using IEC 61511 (ANSI/ISA – 84)

R.R. Chittilapilly, Oil and Natural Gas Corporation
1545 110891

Formate Fluids and Environmental Regulations: A Global View of Benefits and Challenges

Y.M. Gilbert, P. Pessala, A. Vaahtera, T. Raivio, GAIA Comercio Exterior
1610 110878

Continuous Improvement of Slop Mud Treatment Technology

K.L. McCosh, M. Kapila, R. Dixit, M-I Swaco; P.W. Way, Schlumberger
1635 110366

Improved Drilling Performance in Lake Maracaibo Using a Low-Salinity High-Performance Water-Based Drilling Fluid

J. Montilva, Shell/PDVSA; E. Van Oort, Shell; R. Brahim, J.P. Luzardo, M. McDonald, L. Quintero, W. Dye, J. Trenery, Baker Hughes

Monday, 12 November, 1400 to 1700

206 A&B

SAND CONTROL

Session Chairpersons: Rotimi Adesegha, ConocoPhillips
Rustom Mody, Baker Hughes
1400 110500

Enabling Technologies for Drill-In Sand-Screen Liners

M.P. Coronado, B.R. Pickle, E.J. O'Malley, Baker Oil Tools
1425 110665

Horizontal Well Gravel Packing: Dynamic Alpha Wave Dune Height Calculation and Its Impact on Gravel Placement Job Execution

Z. Chen, BJ Services Company
1450 110460

Openhole Gravel Packing With Zonal Isolation

M.D. Barry, M.T. Hecker, D. Haeberle, J.D. Blacklock, C.S. Yeh, ExxonMobil
1545 110440

Field Implementation of Gravel Packing Horizontal Wells Using a Solids-Free Synthetic Fluid With Alpha/Beta Wave Technology

A.F.L. Aragao, A. Calderson, R.F.T. Lomba, J.N.V.C. Moreira, A.N. de Sa, A.L. Martins, Petrobras; L. Quintero, E. Moura, Baker Hughes
1610 110084

A Model for Water Injection Into Frac-Packed Wells

A. Suri, M.M. Sharma, University of Texas at Austin
1635 110395

High-Angle Well Deliverability Modeling for Openhole Gravel Packs Completion Under Ultra High Gas Rate

Y. Tang, W.B. Huang, Chevron

Monday, 12 November, 1400 to 1700

207 C&D

RESERVOIR CHARACTERIZATION THROUGH SEISMIC AND NONSEISMIC METHODS

Session Chairpersons: Madhav Kulkarni, Marathon Oil Company
B.J. Davis, BJ Services Company
1400 110120

Geomechanics Field and Lab Characterization of the Woodford Shale: The Next Gas Play

Y. Abousleiman, M.H. Tran, S. Hoang, University of Oklahoma; C.P. Bobko, A. Ortega, F. Ulm, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
1425 110422

Construction of a Stochastic Geological Model Constrained by High-Resolution 3D Seismic Data—Application to the Girassol Field, Offshore Angola

O. Lerat, P. Nivlet, B. Doligez, N. Lucet, F. Roggero, Instititue Français du Pétrole; P. Berthet, F. Lefeuvre, J. Vittori, Total
1450 110348

Reservoir Characterization and Modeling of Stacked Fluvial/Shallow Marine Reservoirs: What Is Important for Fluid-Flow Performance and Effective Reservoir Prediction?

A.K. Samantray, Shell;  M. Kraaijveld, J.B. Hognestad, W. Bulushi, Petroleum Development Oman
1545 109252

Hierarchic Modeling and History Matching of Multiscale Flow Barriers in Channelized Reservoir

H. Li, J. Caers, Stanford University
1610 110771

Imposing Multiple Seismic Inversion Constraints on Reservoir Simulation Models

S. Kalla, C. White, Louisiana State University; J. Gunning, CSIRO Petroleum; M. Glinsky, BHP Petroleum
1635 109626

Combined Seismic Inversion Methods in Reservoir Model Development

H. Wu, H. Wu, D. Wang, Daqing Oilfield Company; J. Nian, Ocean University of China; Z. Sun, Daqing Oilfield Company; M.B. Dusseault, University of Waterloo
Poster 109175

Fluvial Reservoir Architecture Modeling and Remaining Oil Analysis

X. Jiang, S. Wu, China University of Petroleum; D. Yu, PetroChina
Poster 110072

Characterization and Preservation of Karst Networks in the Carbonate Reservoir Modeling

F. Shen, E&P Technology; L. Qi, G. Han, Sinopec Oil Company

Monday, 12 November, 1400 to 1700

303 A&B

DIRECTIONAL DRILLING AND SPECIAL APPLICATIONS

Session Chairpersons: David Chen, Halliburton
Eric Maidla, Slider
1400 110014

A Compendium of Directional Calculations Based on the Minimum Curvature Method—Part 2

S.J. Sawaryn, BP; M.A. Tulceanu, Total
1425 108427

Supersize Hole Creates Drilling Opportunity

C. Mason, B. Wenande, BP; D.C. Chen, Halliburton
1450 110427

New Way of Understanding and Detecting Borehole Spirals

G.A. Hassan, W. Madigan, J. Lofts, Baker Hughes
1545 110036

Performance Step Change: Three Years of Advances in CNS Britannia Field, UK

E. Matheson, Britannia Operator; Alan Phillips, Scott Bradley, Hughes Christensen; G. Wallace, Baker Hughes
1610 110432

Learning Curve Benefits Resulting From the Use of a Unique BHA Directional Behaviour Drilling Performances Post-Analysis

R.E. Studer, Total; C. Simon, Drillscan; J. Genevois, Total; S. Menand, Paris School of Mines
1635 109914

Stuck Pipe Prevention—A Proactive Solution to an Old Problem

G. Yarim, R.J. Uchytil, R.B. May, A. Trejo, P. Church, Schlumberger

Monday, 12 November, 1400 to 1700

210 C&D

UNCERTAINTY AND HISTORY MATCHING

Session Chairpersons: Joe Ansah, Halliburton
Keshav Narayanan, Occidental Permian  
1400 108994

Optimal Region Delineation in a Reservoir for Efficient History Matching

S. Yadav, Marathon Oil Company; R.N. Heim, Schlumberger; S.L. Bryant, University of Texas at Austin; R. Sinha, Marathon Oil Company; E.A. May, Schlumberger
1425 109825

Reservoir Model Uncertainty Quantification Through Computer-Assisted History Matching

C. Yang, L.X. Nghiem, C. Card, Computer Modelling Group; M. Bremeier, Wintershall
1450 108701

Assisted History Matching of a 1.4-Million-Cell Simulation Model for Judy Creek ‘A’ Pool Waterflood/HCMF Using a Streamline-Based Workflow

R.P. Batycky, StreamSim Technologies; A.C. Seto, Pengrowth Corporation; D.H. Fenwick, Streamsim Technologies
1545 109975

Estimation of Initial Fluid Contacts by Assimilation of Production Data With EnKF

K. Thulin, Centre for Integrated Petroleum Research; G. Li, University of Tulsa; S. Aanonsen, Centre for Integrated Petroleum Research; A.C. Reynolds, University of Tulsa
1610 109964

Experiences With Streamline-Based Three-phase History Matching

A. Oyerinde, A. Datta-Gupta, Texas A&M University; W.J. Milliken, Chevron 
1635 108761

History Matching with an Ensemble Kalman Filter and Discrete Cosine Parameterization

B. Jafarpour, D. McLaughlin, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Poster 109831

More Rapid and Robust Multiple History Matching With Geological and Dynamic Uncertainties: Heavy-Oil Case Study

J. Poncet, G. Vincent, M. Inizan, P. Henriquel, P. Jannes, Total

Monday, 12 November, 1400 to 1700

208 A&B

NEW TRENDS IN EDUCATION, TRAINING AND PROFESSIONALISM

Session Chairpersons: Robert Chase, Marietta College
Miguel Saldana, BP
1400 109638

Importance of Economic and Risk Analysis on Today's Petroleum Engineering Education

J.C. Cunha, University of Alberta
1425 109778

The Design, Construction, Implementation, and Integration of a New Petroleum Engineering Campus in the Middle East

F.M. Platt, M.M. Fahes, Texas A&M University
1450 108854

A Mentor-Mentee Training Program:  A Success Story

A.A. Al-Meshari, S.L. Kokal, Saudi Aramco
1545 110144

Ensuring the Return on Investment for Training Programs

T. Aggour, Saudi Aramco
1610 110023

Certification Process Built on Required Engineering Competency Standards Ensures Consistent Performance Levels and Defines Employee Development

A.D. Scotchman, J.P. Redshaw, B. Laing, Hughes Christensen Company; I. Forstner, D.K. Trichel, J.P. Dwyer, Baker Hughes
1635 109617

A New Philosophy of R&D Management: Combining the Third Generation Research and Development (R&D) Management With Technology Road Mapping (TRM)

X. Li, H. Dou, C. Chen, Y Chang, D. Qu, J. Van, PetroChina
Poster 110211

Why It's Difficult To Learn Lessons:  Insights from Decision Theory and Cognitive Science

H.J. Duhon, J. Elias, Gibson Applied Technology & Engineering
Poster 110642

What Software Do We Expect? An Engineering View vs. IT View

S. Wang, G.T. Woo, Z. Chen, BJ Services Company