Tuesday, 23 September, 0830-1155

Room 102, 104, 106

FLUIDS AND PROCESSING

Highlights multiphase flow and oilfield separations, and offers several papers presenting computational fluid dynamics (CFD) as an analytical tool.

Session Chairperson:

Ted Frankiewicz, SPEC Services

0830	115777	Fluid Characterization: Impact on Deepwater Field Development A. Tagore, M.W. Utgard, J. Ray McDermott Incorporated; K. Ramachandran, A.T. Alwazzan, AMEC Paragon Presentation
0855	115610	Modeling of Inversion Point for Heavy Oil: Water Emulsion Systems G. Ersoy, M. Yu, C. Sarica, University of Tulsa
0920	115355	Analysis of Multiphase Production Through Hilly Terrain Pipelines in Matzen Field–Austria by CFD A.S. Ragab, W. Brandstaetter, G. Ruthammer, University of Leoben; S. Shalaby, Suez Canal University
0945	114796	Characteristic Research of Air-Injected Hydrocyclonic Separators M. Jiang, L. Zhao, Daqing Petroleum Intitute; F. Sun, R. Tan, Daqing Oilfield Company; H. Song, Daquing Petroleum Institute
1040	115938	Investigation of Swirl Flows Applied to the Oil and Gas Industry M. Surendra, G. Falcone, C. Teodoriu, Texas A &M University
1105	115963	Multiphase Loop Tests for Subsea Separation-Unit Development P. Pagnier, C. Noik, P. Maurel, Institut Francais du Petrole; A. Ricordeau, J.A. Volle, Total
1130	115762	CFD Simulation and Engineering Mitigation of Liquid Sloshing in Topside Process Vessel on Floating Production Platform Y. Lu, R. FMC Measurement Solutions; S. Chai, Oceanic Consulting
Poster	115735	Debottlenecking and CFD Studies of High-and Low-Pressure Production Separators J. Lee, R. Khan, D. Phelps, Natco

Tuesday, 23 September, 0830-1155

Room 108, 110, 112

DATA TO DECISIONS

Addresses the evolution of data-driven decision-making processes.

Session Chairpersons:

Jake Booth, Consultant Philippe Flichy, Merrick Systems

0830	115940	Screening Strategy for Chemical Enhanced-Oil Recovery in Wyoming Basins V. Alvarado, G. Thyne, G. Murrell, University of Wyoming Presentation
0855	116634	The Impending Expertise Crisis: New Technology Comes to the Rescue M. Irgens, Actenum Corporation
0920	116740	Real-Time Data Enables Real-Time Decision Making in Well-Intervention Operations S. Huval, J.M. McNicol, Baker Hughes Presentation
0945	115741	Improved Drilling and Completions Decisions Using Advanced Data Quality Profiling Techniques P. Gregory, Intervera Data Solutions Presentation
1040	116820	3D GIS as an Integrated Framework for Drilling Site Location Optimization M.A. Ershaghi, University of Southern California Presentation
1105	116709	Sustainable Spatial Architecture for Geo-Engineering Data and Workflows J.B. Kozman, Schlumberger; T. Ripley, SAIC Presentation

Tuesday, 23 September, 0830-1155

Room 109, 111, 113

PTA: NEW METHODS, APPLICATIONS, AND INTERPRETATION

Offers a variety of pressure-transient analysis papers describing new methods, applications, and data interpretation.

Session Chairpersons:

John Cochrane, Chevron Daniel Gunderson, BJ Services

0830	116575	The Determination of Minimum-Tested Volume From the Deconvolution of Well-Test Pressure Transients T.M. Whittle, BG Group; A.C. Gringarten, Imperial College
0855	116255	Numerical Inversion of Laplace Transforms in the Solution of Transient Flow Problems With Discontinuities N.M. Al-Ajmi, Colorado School of Mines; M. Ahmadi, Northwest Questa Engineering; E. Ozkan, H. Kazemi, Colorado School of Mines
0920	114869	Optimal Value Testing: Moving from Vision to Reality H. Elshahawi, R.H. Hite, M. Hows, Shell
0945	115793	Analysis of Permanent Downhole Gauge Data by Cointerpretation of Simultaneous Pressure and Flow Rate Signals S. Ahn, R.N. Horne, Stanford University
1040	116732	New Method of Well-Test Analysis in Naturally Fractured Reservoir Based on Elliptical Flow A.O. Igbokoyi, D. Tiab, University of Oklahoma
1105	116733	Pressure Transient Analysis in Partially Penetrating Infinite Conductivity Hydraulic Fractures in Naturally Fractured Reservoirs A.O. Igbokoyi, D. Tiab, University of Oklahoma
1130	115591	Case History Review of the Application of Pressure Transient Testing and Production Logging in Monitoring the Performance of the Mars Deepwater Gulf Of Mexico Field J. Weiland, Shell; M. Azari, S. Suparman, P. Fox, D. Dorffer, Halliburton
Poster	116738	Analyzing Buildup Data Following a Highly Unstable Rate History L. Larsen, Kappa Engineering
Poster	115820	Method and Application of Cyclic Well Testing With Production Logging J.P. Rochon, V. Jaffrezic, J.L. de La Combe, Total; M. Azari, S Roy, D.F. Dorffer, Halliburton; T. Webb, J. Singer, GE Energy Oilfield Technology

Tuesday, 23 September, 0830-1155

Room 201, 203

APPLIED COMPLETION DESIGN TECHNOLOGIES

Covers novel technologies that have been implemented in multiple wells, resulting in significant improvements in production or efficiencies, including case histories and innovative applications of newer technologies.

Session Chairpersons:

Aine Fitzgerald, BP Exploration Steven Streich, Halliburton

0830	116461	Sub-Based Roller Tools Enable Effective Extended-Reach Completions Operations: Offshore Angola T.P. Long, Chevron; J.E. McCormick, Weatherford International Presentation
0855	116232	Utilizing Modern Frac-Baffles Improves Completion Efficiencies M. Arispe, R. Mueller, Anadarko; C. Meaux, T.A. Green, BJ Services; D. Rojas, Packers Plus
0920	115546	Erosion Study for a 400 MMcf/D Completion: Cannonball Field, Offshore Trinidad J.C. Healy, Consultant; J.W. Martin, BP; B. McLaury, University of Tulsa; R.D. Jagroop, BP
0945	116261	Development of an Expandable Liner Hanger With Increased Annular Flow Area A.T. Jackson, B. Watson, Halliburton; L.K. Moran, ConocoPhillips
1040	113829	Improving Well Safety and Maximizing Reserves Using an Innovative Surface Controlled Subsurface Safety Valve (SC-SSSV) F.G. Millet, H.J. Petit, G.A. Wallez, Geoservices; P. Lalanne, A. Ducasse; E. Barzu, Total
1105	114011	Revised Big-Bore Well Design Recovers Original Bayu-Undan Production Targets L.B. Ledlow, W.W. Gilbert, N.P. Omsberg, G.J. Mencer, D.P. Jamieson, ConocoPhillips
1130	115081	High-Impact Techniques and Technology Increase Ultimate Recovery in Tight Gas Formations J.D. Contreras, D.G. Durst, J.T. Harris, D.R. Watson, Baker Hughes
Poster	115744	Impact of Reservoir Uncertainty on Selection of Advanced Completion Type V.M. Birchenko, V. Demyanov, Heriot-Watt University; M.R. Konopczynski, WellDynamics (a Halliburton Company); D.R. Davies, Heriot-Watt University

Tuesday, 23 September, 0830-1155

Room 205, 207

DOWNHOLE DRILLING TOOLS

Spans different cutting-edge downhole drilling tools, including advancement in rotary-steerable systems, measurement-while-drilling tools, hole-enlargement tools, and downhole turbo generators.

Session Chairpersons:

Robello Samuel, Halliburton Paul Scott, ConocoPhillips

0830	116071	Maximizing Reservoir Contact in the Oseberg Field Using a New Azimuthal Deep-Reading Technology M.S. Bittar, F. Hveding, N. Clegg, J. Johnston, P. Solberg, Halliburton; G. Mangeroy, StatoilHydro
0855	115395	The Use of the Industry's First 3D Mechanical Caliper Image While Drilling Leads to Optimized Rotary-Steerable Assemblies in Push- and Point-the-Bit Configurations J. Sugiura, S. Jones, Pathfinder Energy Services Presentation
0920	115607	Maximizing Hole-Enlargement-While-Drilling (HEWD) Performance With State-of-the-Art BHA Dynamic Analysis Program and Operation Road Map D.R. Algu, W. Denham, Shell; G.R. Nelson, W. Tang, M.T. Compton, D.F. Courville, D. Fitzmorris, Smith Services
0945	116274	Successful Relief Well Drilling Utilizing Gyroscopic MWD (GMWD) for Re-Entry Into an Existing Cased Hole J. Maehs, Baker Hughes;   D.R. MacAfee, Apache; S. Renne, G.L. Cellos, A. Srinivasan, Baker Hughes
1040	116777	Thermodynamics of Compact Downhole Turbo Generators J.V. Fernandez, Novatek; P. Ghosh, Indian Institute of Technology; D. James, Texas Tech University
1105	115330	3D RSS for 24-in. Section Sets Inclination Record on the Grane Field by Introduction of an Integrated Drilling and Surveying Bottomhole Assembly E. Saeverhagen, C. Erichsen, A.K. Nesheim, Baker Hughes; G. Waldron, StatoilHydro
1130	115531	New Steel-Tooth Cutting Structure Breaks Multiple Records in Australasia S.J. Bunton, Apache; N.K. Sim, B. Grimes, Baker Hughes Presentation

Tuesday, 23 September, 0830-1155

Room 601, 603

Audio Presentation Available!

FRACTURING AND MATRIX STIMULATION FLUIDS

Discusses new fluids and technologies developed to maximize well productivity; reviews results from laboratory and field applications.

Session Chairpersons:

Mathew Samuel, Schlumberger Stacey Walker, Chevron

0830	115926	Development and Field Application of a New, Highly Stable Emulsified Acid H.A. Nasr-El-Din, Texas A &M University; S. Al-Dirweesh, Saudi Aramco; M.M. Samuel, Schlumberger
0855	116746	Smart Chemical Systems for the Stimulation of High-Water-Cut Heavy-Oil Wells M.A. Samir, I. Elnashar, Scimitar; M.M. Samuel, M. Jemmali, Schlumberger
0920	116601	Matrix Acidizing of Carbonate Reservoirs Using Organic Acids and Mixture of HCl and Organic Acids F.F. Chang, Schlumberger;   H.A. Nasr-El-Din, Texas A&M University; T. Lindvig, X.W. Qiu, Schlumberger
0945	116191	Development and Field Application of a Low-pH, Efficient Fracturing Fluid for Tight Gas Fields in the Greater Green River Basin, Wyoming D.V. Gupta, BJ Services; T.L. Jackson, G.J. Hlavinka, J. Evans, Cabot Oil & Gas; H.V. Le, A. Batrashkin, M.T. Shaefer, BJ Services
1040	116007	Development and Use of High-Density Fracturing Fluid in Deepwater Gulf of Mexico Frac and Packs L.F. Rivas, G. Navaira, B. Bourgeois, Chevron; R.B. Waltman, P.D. Lord, T.L. Goosen, Halliburton
1105	115298	Prediction of Proppant Transport From Rheological Data P.C. Harris, H.G. Walters, J. Bryant, Halliburton
1130	115475	The Future of Fracturing-Fluid Technology and Rates of Hydrocarbon Recovery J.B. Crews, T. Huang, W.R. Wood, Baker Hughes
Poster	115481	Volatile Phosphorus Free Gellants for Hydrocarbon-Based Fracturing Systems S.C. Lawrence, A.C. Kalenchuk, K. Ranicar, S. Dhillon, A. Baig, Sanjel Corporation

Tuesday, 23 September, 0830-1155

Room 605, 607

RESERVOIR CHARACTERIZATION USING NEXT-GENERATION SEISMIC AND LAB ANALYSES

Offers field cases that illustrate multidisciplinarity and integration, and addresses the use of techniques coming from different sources, from large scale (seismic and microseismic) to small (laboratory).

Session Chairpersons:

Brian Davis, BJ Services Ali Sahin, King Fahd University

0830	115907	Characterization and Modeling Study of the Carbonate-Fractured Reservoir in the Cantarell Field, Mexico F. Shen, GeoReservoir Research; A.P. Villavicencio, J.H. Garcia, V. Bustos, J. Avendano, Pemex
0855	116132	Acoustic Measurement and Calibration of In-Situ Stress Anisotropy Around a Wellbore A.M. Al-Tahini, Saudi Aramco; Y. Abousleiman, University of Oklahoma Presentation
0920	116600	Prestack Seismic Inversion Tracks In-Situ Combustion: 4D Seismic at the Balol Field, India M.K. Sen, University of Texas at Austin;   N. Vedanti, NGRI
0945	115722	Velocity Calibration for Microseismic Monitoring: Applying Smooth Layered Models With and Without Perforation Timing Measurements D. Pei, J.A. Quirein, B.E. Cornish, E. Ay, S. Zannoni, C.W. Kessler, Halliburton; W. Pettitt, Applied Seismology Consultants
1040	116596	Microseismic Deformation-Rate Monitoring S.C. Maxwell, J. Shemeta, E. Campbell, D. Quirk, Pinnacle Technologies
1105	116393	Petrophysical Properties Prediction Using 3D Core Scanner Imagery M.S. Jouini, F. Umbhauer, J. Leduc, N. Keskes, Total Presentation
1130	113233	An ICA Approach To Purify Components of Spatial Components of Seismic Recordings A. Moaddle Haghighi, Petroleum University of Technology; I. Moaddel Haghighi, University of Tehran

Tuesday, 23 September, 0830-1155

Room 707, 709, 711

NEW ELECTROMAGNETIC TECHNOLOGY

Offers new tools and techniques for crosswell, wireline, and LWD electromagnetic logging.

Session Chairpersons:

Mark Bowers, ExxonMobil Jerome Truax, Halliburton

0830	116344	Next Generation Crosswell EM Imaging Tool L. DePavia, P. Zhang, D. Alumbaugh, C.P. Levesque, H. Zhang, R.A. Rosthal, Schlumberger
0855	116123	Determination of Structural Dip and Azimuth From LWD Azimuthal Propagation Resistivity Measurements in Anisotropic Formations S. Fang, A. Merchant, E. Hart; A.D. Kirkwood, Baker Hughes
0920	116130	Dielectric Dispersion: A New Wireline Petrophysical Measurement M. Hizem, H. Budan, B. Deville, O. Faivre, L. Mosse, M. Simon, Schlumberger
0945	114739	Biaxial Anisotropy: Its Occurrence and Measurement With Multicomponent Induction Tools D.T. Georgi, Baker Hughes; J.H. Schoen, Consultant;   M. Rabinovich, Baker Hughes
1040	115675	Geosteering With a Combination of Extra-Deep and Azimuthal Resistivity Tools W.H. Meyer, E. Hart; K. Jensen, Baker Hughes
1105	114704	A New Multi Laterolog Tool with Adaptive Borehole Correction Z. Zhou, B.H. Corley, R. Khokhar, H. Maurer, M. Rabinovich, Baker Hughes
1130	116266	Acquiring Microresistivity Borehole Images in Deviated and Horizontal Wells Using Shuttle-Deployed Memory Tools R.W. Christie, P.A. Elkington, Weatherford International; I. McIlreath, T. Natros, EnCana
Poster	116146	Multifrequency LWD Acoustic Tool for Shear Slowness Measurement L.J. Andonof, D. Buster, T. Eiane, K. Petpisit, Baker Hughes

Tuesday, 23 September, 0830-1155

Room 708, 710, 712

CHEMICAL AND MICROBIAL EOR

Highlights recent advances in polymer, surfactant, and microbial methods to enhance oil recovery; includes a novel theoretical approach to control excessive adsorptive losses during polymer flooding and new experimental results on the potential oil mobilization and drive mechanisms of microbial enhanced oil recovery.

Session Chairpersons:

Kishore Mohanty, University of Houston Chick Wattenbarger, ExxonMobil

0830	115386	Recent Advances in Surfactant EOR G.J. Hirasaki, C.A. Miller, M. Puerto, Rice University
0855	116735	Modeling Foam Displacement With the Local Equilibrium Approximation: Theory and Experiment Verification Q. Chin, M.G. Gerritson, A.R. Kovscek, Stanford University
0920	116485	Parametric Study To Enhance Oil Recovery Rate From Fractured Oil-Wet Carbonate Reservoirs R. Gupta, B. Adibhatla, K.K. Mohanty, University of Houston
0945	115142	Injectivity Characteristics of EOR Polymers R.S. Seright, New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology; M. Seheult, T. Talashek, CP Kelco
1040	114676	Potential Microbial Enhanced Oil Recovery Processes:  A Critical Analysis M. Gray, A. Yeung, J. Foght, University of Alberta; H.W. Yarranton, University of Calgary Presentation
1105	115315	The Effect of Elasticity on Displacement Efficiency in the Lab and Results of High-Concentration Polymer Flooding in the Field H. Jiang, W. Wu, Daqing Petroleum Institute; D. Wang, Daqing Oilfield Company; Y. Zeng, No.1 Oil Production Company of Daqing Oilfield; S. Zhao, J. Nie, No. 2 Oil Production Company of Daqing Oilfield
1130	116672	Polymer Injection in Deep Offshore Field: The Dalia Angola Case D.C. Morel, M. Vert, S. Jouenne, E. Nahas, Total
Poster	115272	The Displacement of Oil by Polymer Slugs Considering Adsorption Effects P.M. Ribeiro, A.P. Pires, North Fluminense State University

Tuesday, 23 September, 0830-1155

Four Seasons Ballroom

RESERVOIR ENGINEERING FUNDAMENTALS

Discusses classic reservoir engineering methods and techniques.

Session Chairpersons:

Keshav Narayanan, Occidental Permian Robert Hoff, Esso Norge Salil Banerjee, BG Exploration and Production India

0830	115535	Predictive Pore-Scale Modeling: From Three-Dimensional Images to Multiphase Flow Simulations O.A. Talabi, S. Alsayari, M.J. Blunt, Imperial College; H. Dong, Numerical Rocks; X. Zhao, China University of Petroleum
0855	114705	Nonisothermal and Productivity Behavior of High-Pressure Reservoirs J.F. App, Chevron
0920	114983	Field Applications of Capacitance-Resistive Models in Waterfloods M. Sayarpour, University of Texas at Austin; S. Kabir, Chevron; L.W. Lake, University of Texas at Austin
0945	115274	Impact of Pore Volume Compressibility on Recovery From Depletion Drive and Miscible Gas Injection in South Oman B. Haynes, A. Abdelmawla, S. Stromberg, Petroleum Development Oman
1040	116592	Use Of Combined Material Balance and Volumetric Analysis To Improve Performance Predictions in a Large Coproduction Field Project J.E. Smith, D.V. Payne, C.L. DeSantis, O. Broyles, Devon Energy
1105	115888	Synthetic and Field Examples of the Estimation of Capillary Pressure and Relative Permeability From Formation-Tester Measurements R. Angeles, N.A. Hadibeik, C. Torres-Verdin, K. Sepehrnoori, University of Texas at Austin Presentation
1130	114422	Well-Included Flowbased Grid Generation for Heterogeneous Reservoirs S.A. Gherabati, B. Dabir, A. Hesami, Amir-Kabir University of Technology

Tuesday, 23 September, 0830-1155

Korbel Ballroom

APPLIED RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY IN WELL COMPLETIONS

Includes applied research papers on corrosion of tubular goods, packer sealing material, control of fine particle migration using nanoparticles, propellant perforating, and skin factors for horizontal and multilateral wells.

Session Chairpersons:

Subhash Shah, University of Oklahoma Catalin Teodoriu, Texas A&M University

0830	116759	Effect of Chloride Concentration on the Stress Corrosion Cracking (SCC) of CRA Tubulars and Methods to Enhance SCC Resistance in High-Temperature Environments P.H. Javora, M. Ke, K. Schultz, BJ Services
0855	116210	Corroded Casing: Testing of Sealing Capability and Retrievability of a Swelling Elastomer Packer E.C. Pradie, Total; M.R. Jaafar, Qatar Petroleum; C.G. Barnes, G. Gjelstad, P.E. Smith, Halliburton
0920	115384	Using Nanoparticle Technology to Control Fines Migration T. Huang, J.B. Crews, J.R. Willingham, Baker Hughes Presentation
0945	116744	Equivalent Skin Factors for Nonuniformly Damaged Horizontal and Multilateral Wells T. Yildiz, Colorado School of Mines
1040	115915	Integrated Geomechanical Study for Hole Stability, Sanding Potential, and Completion Selection: A Case Study From Southeast Asia A. Khaksar, K. Rahman, Helix RDS; J. Ghani, H. Mangor, Talisman Malaysia
1105	115524	Plugging Wells With Hydrated Bentonite, Part 2: Bentonite Bars B.F. Towler, University of Wyoming; H. Victorov, G. Zamfir, P. Ignat, EEM Engineering