AGH Drilling, Oil, Gas
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ISSN 2299-4157
e-ISSN: 2300-7052
Issue Date
2017
Volume
Vol. 34
Number
No. 3
Description
Journal Volume
AGH Drilling, Oil, Gas
Vol. 34 (2017)
Projects
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Articles
An analysis of the influence of fracturing technological parameters on fracture propagation using numerical modeling
(Wydawnictwa AGH, 2017) Dudek, Jacek; Janiga, Damian; Wojnarowski, Paweł
Nowadays, hydraulic fracturing is one of the most common treatments for both conventional and unconventional fields, a stimulation technique designed to increase well production through the reduction of flow resistance caused by the drilling process or genuine reservoir properties. In this article the planar, three-dimensional numerical model of hydraulic fracturing treatment is presented. Based on the given model, the influence analysis of the basic technological parameters of the fracturing in a directional well on fracture propagation was conducted. The presented analysis shows the crucial role of numerical modeling in the process of hydraulic fracturing treatment design. The outcomes allowed us to identify the sensitivity of the obtained fracturing effects on the change of the treatment of technical parameters.
The impact of diatomite on the thermal conductivity of solidified grout
(Wydawnictwa AGH, 2017) Dubiel, Stanisław; Śliwa, Tomasz; Kowalski, Tomasz Wojciech; Stryczek, Stanisław; Wiśniowski, Daniel; Bieda, Anna; Piwowarczyk, Sara; Beszłej, Jan; Naklicki, Mateusz
The use of suitable materials for the preparation of sealing grout is an important issue from the point of view of the correct construction of borehole heat exchangers and geothermal wells. The minimization of the loss of heat during the transport of thermal water in geothermal wells can be achieved by use of sealing slurries with reduced thermal conductivity. Such slurries are also recommended in the upper part of deep borehole heat exchangers and the upper part of energy piles. The publication describes the impact of the addition of diatomite as a material lowering the thermal conductivity of solidified grout.
The retrograde condensation problem in natural gas pipeline transportation system
(Wydawnictwa AGH, 2017) Włodek, Tomasz
Natural gas prepared for pipeline transportation must have appropriate parameters described in norms and standards. This entails a restrictive approach to acceptable changes in the composition of the natural gas in pipeline transmission system. The greater number of entry points to the pipeline transmission system causes a greater probability of natural gas diversity in terms of the content of its individual components. It particularly concerns the natural gas sources in which treatment methods are not sufficiently accurate and also imported gas. In specific cases where natural gas with a higher content of heavier hydrocarbons such as propane and butane will enter the transportation system, it is possible for the phenomenon of retrograde (reverse) condensation to occur. The occurrence of the two-phase system significantly worsens the pipeline transport conditions, causing significant pressure drops of transported natural gas. The article examines cases where the phenomenon of retrograde (reverse) condensation occurred in the pipeline transportation of natural gas.
Total Specific Energy (TSE) as a new indicator of drilling efficiency
(Wydawnictwa AGH, 2017) Toczek, Przemysław; Wiśniowski, Rafał; Stryczek, Stanisław; Ziaja, Jan; Mazur, Chrystian
Knowing the data from drilling works which had been carried out in a given area gives the opportunity to develop the next borehole with great precision. An important element of the design is to analyze and interpret data in detail, which can be used during the following drilling process. Based on a literature analysis, certain methods of the selection of drill bits have been indicated. Mechanic specific energy curves of drill bits applied in drilling works in northern Poland have been compared. The drilling works took place in the Precambrian platform. The compared mechanic specific energy curves were calculated with the use of R. Teale and H. Rabia equations. A relation between mechanical specific energy and pressure loss in polycrystalline diamond compact drill bits was determined. New drilling ratio TSE - Total Specific Energy which considers hydraulic power energy in the nozzles of the drill bit was calculated.
Graphene and graphene oxide in the oil and gas industry
(Wydawnictwa AGH, 2017) Jamrozik, Aleksandra
Presently, nanotechnology and nanomaterials have found a number of applications in drilling, exploration and production (E&P) works, as well as in the area of refinery and distribution of crude oil and natural gas. Nanomaterials enjoy considerable popularity owing to their new and unique features which differentiate them from classical materials. Graphene is a relatively new material. Currently it occupies the seventh position among the most commonly used nanomaterials in oil and gas industry. This paper presents the properties graphene and graphene oxide and gives an insight into the applicability of graphene and graphene oxide in the oil and gas industry.