ATCE 2008

 

Technical Program - Tuesday Afternoon

Tuesday, 23 September, 1400-1700

Room 102, 104, 106

FLOW ASSURANCE

Discusses how flow-assurance issues have become more important as the industry develops more marginal reserves in remote and challenging environments; includes issues on multiphase flow, hydrate inhibition, and paraffin removal in pipelines.

Session Chairpersons: Sunil Kokal, Saudi Aramco
Marise Mikulis, FMI Corporation
1400 115857

Risk Analysis as Decision Tool To Upgrade Aging Offshore Trunk Lines

L. Angibeaud, Saudi Aramco
1425 115612

The Cliff Head Development: Flow Assurance and Production Chemistry Challenges in a Marginal Field Context

S.B. Daniel, Roc Oil; J.L. Roberts, Advantage Energy
1450 116214

Effect of Brine on Hydrate Antiagglomeration

J. York, A. Firoozabadi, Yale University
1545 115658

Successful Pipeline Cleanout: Lessons Learned From Cleaning Paraffin Blockage From a Deepwater Pipeline

G.L. Poole, G. Brock, S. Szymczak, G. Casey, BJ Services
1610 116254

Employing Flow Assurance in an Offshore FEED Study

G. Grove, G. Saether, Knowledge Reservoir; G. Estrada, EDG Consulting Engineers
1635 115342

Effects of High Oil Viscosity on Drift Velocity for Upward Inclined Pipes

B. Gokcal, A. Al-Sarkhi, C. Sarica, University of Tulsa
Poster 115485

Characterization of Oil-Water Flows in Inclined Pipes

S. Atmaca, C. Sarica, H-Q. Zhang, A. Al-Sarkhi, University of Tulsa

Tuesday, 23 September, 1400-1700

Room 108, 110, 112

DISTRIBUTED TEMPERATURE SENSOR INTERPRETATION

Presents a selection of technical articles on the advances in distributed temperature sensor interpretation.

Session Chairpersons: Dennis Dria, Shell
Bobby Poe, Schlumberger
1400 115790

Flow Rate Estimation From Wellhead Pressure and Temperature Data

B. Izgec, Chevron; R. Hasan, University of Minnesota –Duluth; D. Lin, North Dakota State University;  C. Kabir, Chevron
1425 115034

Improved Production Profiling Using Thermal Balance and Statistical Modeling in the Pinedale Anticline of the US Rocky Mountains

G. Donovan, D. Dria, G.A. Ugueto, Shell; M. Gysen, Interpretative Software Products
1450 116580

A Comprehensive Comparative Study on Analytical PI/IPR Correlations

C. Choi, University of Texas at Austin; L. Ouyang, W. Huang, Chevron
1545 115753

Field Application of an Interpretation Method of Downhole Temperature and Pressure Data for Detecting Water Entry in Inclined Gas Wells

O.I. Achinivu, D. Zhu, Texas A &M University; K. Furui, ConocoPhillips
1610 115135

A Practice of Applying Downhole Real-Time Gauge Data and Control-Valve Settings To Estimate Split Flow Rate for an Intelligent Injection Well System

K. Sun, C. Coull, J. Constantine, Baker Hughes
1635 116149

Successful Field Application in Continuous DTS Monitoring Under Harsh Environment of SAGD Wells Using New Optical-Fiber Technology: Case Study From Canada

J.D. Kaura, J. Sierra, WellDynamics (a Halliburton Company)

Tuesday, 23 September, 1400-1700

Room 109, 111, 113

RESERVOIR SURVEILLANCE

Offers a wide variety of reservoir surveillance papers describing new approaches, data analysis, and case histories.

Session Chairpersons: Kolawole Ojo, Apache
Jasper Ring, Chevron
1400 115689

New Flux Surveillance Approach for High-Rate Wells

S. Tosic, Noble Energy; C. Economides, Texas A &M University; M.J. Economides, University of Houston M.C. Vincent, Insight Consulting
1425 115365

Water Flood Surveillance in the Mars Field Deepwater GOM: Mississippi Canyon Block 807

P J. Weiland, D. Mikulencak, Shell; P. Fox, S. Suparman, G.J. Frisch, M. Azari, Halliburton
1450 115715

Correlation Between Microseismicity and Reservoir Dynamics in a Tectonically Active Area of Colombia

G. Osorio, G. Peuela, O. Otalora, BP
1545 116328

Characterization of Reservoir Heterogeneity Through Fluid Movement Monitoring With Deep Electromagnetic and Pressure Measurements

L. Zhan, F.J. Kuchuk, Schlumberger; M. Ma, A.S. Al-Shahri, Saudi Aramco; T.S. Ramakrishnan, B. Altundas, M. Zeybek, Y. Manin, E. Tartaras, R. de Loubens, N. Chugunov, Schlumberger
1610 115028

Utilizing 4D Microgravity To Monitor Water Encroachment

M.J. Alshakhs, Saudi Aramco; E. Riis, University of Strathclyde; R. Westerman, Heriot-Watt University; S. Lyngra, U. Al-Otaibi, Saudi Aramco
1635 116688

Production Data Analysis of Shale Gas Reservoirs

A.M. Lewis, R.G. Hughes, Louisiana State University

Tuesday, 23 September, 1400-1700

Room 201, 203

WELL CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES

Addresses zonal isolation using swellable elastomers, new perforating techniques and materials, expandable casing, and dope-free thread connections.

Session Chairpersons: Kirk Bartko, Aramco
Rustom Mody, Baker Hughes
1400 116256

Design Methodology for Swellable Elastomer Packers in Fracturing Operations

R. Evers, D. Young, G. Vargus, K. Solhaug, Halliburton
1425 114810

Interactions Between Acids and Water-Swelling Elastomers

A.S. Al-Yami, Saudi Aramco; H.A. Nasr-El-Din, Texas A &M University;  A.S. Al-Humaidi, Saudi Aramco
1450 116226

Next-Generation Perforating System Enhances the Testing and Treatment of Fracture-Stimulated Wells in Canada

M.R. Bell, GEODynamics; D.A. Cuthill, Weatherford International
1545 113805

New Electromechanical Perforating Technology Reduces Cost and Increases Safety in Workover Operations

R.A. Bargawi, Saudi Aramco; D.L. Dean, J. Clemens, C. Whitmire, Halliburton
1610 115650 New Carrier Method for Propellants Offers Flexibility, Simplicity, and Performance
J.H. Hales, C. Quattlebaum, Halliburton; J.P. Haney, HTH Technical Services
1635 115527

Case History: Expanding the Boundaries of a Hydraulic Workover Unit Into New Economic Levels

D.J. Attong, D. Robertson, M. Wyatt, S. Perai, S. Persad, BP; K.P. Joseph, Hydrocarbon Outsource; J.F. Garcia, Schlumberger; C. Fleary, Superior Energy Services-Trinidad

Tuesday, 23 September, 1400-1700

Room 205, 207

DRILLING FLUIDS

Highlights new approaches to wellbore stabilization, improved rheological profiles, and reduced producer impact through the use of advanced drilling fluids; includes elaborate case histories, operational details, and laboratory results.

Session Chairpersons: James Friedheim, M-I Swaco
Catalin Ivan, Chevron
1400 116169

Friction-Based Thermal Desorption Technology: Kashagan Development Project Meets Environmental Compliance in Drill-Cuttings Treatment and Disposal

A.J. Murray, M. Kapila, M-I Swaco; G. Ferrari, D. Degouy, Agip; B.J. Espagne, Total; P. Handgraaf, Thermtech
1425 115378

A Simplified Method for Prediction of ECD Increase With Drillpipe Rotation

T. Hemphill, K. Ravi, Halliburton; P.A. Bern, J.C. Rojas, BP
1450 114630

Modeling of Drilling-Fluid Losses in Naturally Fractured Formations

R. Majidi, S.Z. Miska, M. Yu, L.G. Thompson, University of Tulsa; J. Zhang, BP
1545 116139

Wellbore Stability Performance of Water-Base/Mud Additives

R.T. Ewy, E.K. Morton, Chevron
1610 116135

The Minimum Required Gas-Injection Rate for Liquid Removal in Air/Gas Drilling

M. Tabatabaei, A. Ghalambor, B. Guo, University of Louisiana at Lafayette
1635 115537

Design of Improved High-Density, Thermally Stable Drill-In Fluid for HT/HP Applications

R.G. Ezell, D.J. Harrison, Halliburton
Poster 116013

Study of the PVT Properties of Gas: Synthetic Drilling-Fluid Mixtures Applied to Well-Control

E.N. Monteiro, P.R. Ribeiro, UNICAMPT; R.F. Lomba, Petrobras

Tuesday, 23 September, 1400-1700

Room 601, 603

NEW STIMULATION TECHNOLOGY

Investigates the viability of new stimulation technologies and their implementation, ranging from new models for design and qualification of material sources, to actual field studies.

Session Chairpersons: James Heinze, Devon Energy
Steve Metcalf, BJ Services
1400 113932

Hydraulic-Fracture Feasibility, Design, On-Site Supervision, and Post-Job Evaluation in Southeast Pakistan Gas Fields

E. Lolon, D.J. Quirk, Pinnacle Technologies; C.K. Enzendorfer, U.B. Bregar, S.Q. Shah, OMV; M.J. Mayerhofer, C.L. Cipolla, Pinnacle Technologies
1425 115525

Field Trial of a New Non-Damaging Degradable Fiber-Diverting Agent Achieved Full Zonal Coverage During Acid Fracturing in a Deep Gas Producer in Saudi Arabia

J.R. Solares, J.J. Duenas, M. Al-Harbi, A. Al-Sagr, Saudi Aramco; V. Ramanathan, R.J. Hellman Schlumberger
1450 114766

Successful Deployment of Innovative Completion Technology Designed for Multi-Stage Fracturing Treatments in Horizontal Producers Achieved Significant Rate Increase in Saudi Arabia

J.R. Solares, C.A. Giraldo, H. Al-Marri, A. Al-Hussain, N. Abualhamayel, Saudi Aramco; V. Ramanathan, D. Ishteiwy, Schlumberger; B. Johnson, Packers Plus
1545 116054

Using Industry Standards As a Way to Predict Sand Performance and Approve Sand Deposits: Is There a Catch 22?

H.D. Brannon, C.J. Stephenson, BJ Services; E.R. Freeman, D.A. Anschutz, J.J. Renkes, A. Rickards, PropTester
1610 115750

A New Compositional Model for Hydraulic Fracturing With Energized Fluids

K.E. Friehauf, M.M. Sharma, University of Texas at Austin

Tuesday, 23 September, 1400-1700

Room 605, 607

VALUE AND RISK

Addresses the valuation of projects, with particular attention to quantifying and mitigating therisk associated with those projects.

Session Chairperson: Tom Hooper, Devon Energy
1400 116773

Pain and Regret

W.J. Haskett, Decision Strategies
1425 116610

Modeling the Economic Impact of Individual and Corporate Risk Attitude

M.B. Welsh, S.H. Begg, University of Adelaide
1450 116612

Cognitive Errors in Estimation: Does Anchoring Cause Overconfidence?

A.B. Heywood-Smith,   EpicEnergy;  M.B. Welsh, S.H. Begg, University of Adelaide
1545 116697

Dynamic Decision Trees As an Alternative for Real Options Valuation

F. Galvis, O. Bravo, Ecopetrol
1610 116026

Valuing Oil and Gas Options by Least-Squares Monte Carlo Simulation

B.J. Willigers, Palantir Economic Solutions; R. Bratvold, University of Stavanger
1635 116560

Economics of Oil-Shale Development in the United States

K. Biglarbigi, Intek; A. Dammer, US Department of Energy; H. Mohan, M. Carolus, Intek

Tuesday, 23 September, 1400-1700

Room 707, 709, 711

UNCONVENTIONAL RESOURCES

Addresses heavy oil/CBM and tight gas reservoirs.

Session Chairpersons: Randal Brush, William M. Cobb & Associates
Michael Zuber, CDX Gas
1400 116175

Sampling and Characterization of Rock and Fluids for Heavy-Oil Reservoir Management

C.K. Smith,  F.H. Wang, ExxonMobil
1425 116731

Exponential vs. Hyperbolic Decline in Tight Gas Sands: Understanding the Origin and Implications for Reserve Estimates Using Arps' Decline Curves

D. Ilk, Texas A &M University; J.A. Rushing, A.D. Perego, Anadarko; T.A. Blasingame, Texas A&M University
1450 114375

Analysis of Reservoir Performance of Messoyakha Gas Hydrate Reservoir

T. Grover, Schlumberger;  G.J. Moridis, Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory; S.A. Holditch, Texas A&M University
1545 116294

Nuclear Energy for Unconventional Fossil-Fuel Resource Recovery

A. Badruzzaman, J. Hedges, T.N. Demayo, H. Sigworth, Chevron
1610 115625

Sand on Demand: An Approach to Improving Productivity in Horizontal Wells Under Heavy-Oil Primary Production

B. Meza Diaz, R.P. Sawatzky, Alberta Research Council; E. Kuru, University of Alberta; K. Oldakowski, Alberta Research Council
1635 114778

Predicting Sorption-Induced Strain and Permeability Increase With Depletion for CBM Reservoirs

C.R. Clarkson, ConocoPhillips; Z. Pan, CSIRO; I.D. Palmer, Higgs-Palmer Technologies; S. Harpalani, Southern Illinois University
Poster 115662

Uncertainty Assessment of SAGD Performance Using a Proxy Model Based on Butler's Theory

J.P. Vanegas, C.V. Deutsch, L.B. Cunha, University of Alberta

 

Tuesday, 23 September, 1400-1700

SPECIAL SESSION—Improved Oil Recovery: Looking Into the Past To Brighten the Future

 

Tuesday, 23 September, 1400-1700

Room 708, 710, 712

FLOW THROUGH POROUS MEDIA

Includes a fresh look at the classical theory of mixing, revisiting the concepts of micro- and macro-dispersion using new lab- and field-scale data sets; the limits of continuum description and the nature of multiscale heterogeneity in petroleum reservoirs; natural gas hydrate formation/decomposition in sediments; and investigations on the flows of gels, emulsions, solid particles in porous media, and compositional fluids with phase change.

Session Chairpersons: Yucel Akkutlu, University of Oklahoma
Luigi Saputelli, Halliburton
1400 115961

Effect of Diffusion on Dispersion

R.K. Jha, S.L. Bryant, L.W. Lake, University of Texas at Austin
1425 115347

Finding the Continuum Scale in Highly Heterogeneous Rocks: Example of a Large-Touching-Vug Carbonate

N.G. Nair, S.L. Bryant, J.W. Jennings, University of Texas at Austin
1450 116663

Capillarity-Controlled Displacements in Sediments With Movable Grains: Implications for Growth of Methane Hydrates

M. Prodanovic, S.L. Bryant, University of Texas at Austin
1545 115786

Improved Recovery in Gas-Condensate Reservoirs Considering Compositional Variations

C. Shi, R.N. Horne, Stanford University
1610 115518

Theoretical and Experimental Investigation of Water-in-Oil Transverse Dispersion in Porous Media

S. Duan, A.K. Wojtanowicz, Louisiana State University
1635 116411

Experimental and Theoretical Investigation of Clogging Processes Near Production Wells Using X-Ray Tomography

B. De Zwart, P.K. Currie, J. De Boer, A. Naeini, Delft University of Technology; R. Schotting, University Utrecht
Poster 115678

Modeling Particle Gel Propagation in Porous Media

Y. Wu, Colorado School of Mines; B. Bai, Missouri University ity

Tuesday, 23 September, 1400-1700

Four Seasons Ballroom

FLUID FLOW SIMULATION TECHNIQUES

Offers fluid flow simulation andgridding techniques.

Session Chairpersons: Luiz Amado, Shell
Daopu Numbere, Missouri University of Science and Technology
1400 115361

Improved Prediction of Oil Recovery from Waterflooded Fractured Reservoirs

H. Salimi, H. Bruining, Delft University of Technology
1425 115983

Compressible Streamline-Based Simulation With Changes in Oil Composition

V.T. Beraldo, Petrobras; M.J. Blunt, Imperial College; D.J. Schiozer, State University of Campinas
1450 116675

From Mega-Cell to Giga-Cell Reservoir Simulation

A.H. Dogru, L. Fung, T. Al-Shaalan, U. Middya, J. Pita, Saudi Aramco
1545 116136

Semianalytical Representation of Wells and Near-Well Flow Convergence in Numerical Reservoir Simulation

B. Kurtoglu, Colorado School of Mines; F. Medeiros, Petrobras; E. Ozkan, H. Kazemi, Colorado School of Mines
1610 116113

Analytical Upgridding Method To Preserve Dynamic Flow Behavior

S. Hosseini, M. Kelkar, University of Tulsa
1635 115514

Improved Gridding Technique for Coupling Geomechanics to Reservoir Flow

D. Tran, W.L. Buchanan, L.X. Nghiem, Computer Modelling Group