Effectively Apply Modern Fracturing Methods in Horizontal Wells
Improve productivity and maximize natural gas extraction using the practical information contained in this comprehensive guide. Written by world-renowned experts, Fracturing Horizontal Wells features complete details on the latest fracking tools and technologies. Illustrations, tables, and real-world examples are found throughout. Discover how to handle site selection and testing, build accurate simulations, and efficiently extract energy from horizontal sources, including shale formations. Environmental standards, regulatory compliance, and safety protocols are also included.
Fracturing Horizontal Wells covers:
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Fracture Stimulation of Horizontal Wells
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Transitioning from Vertical to Horizontal Wellbores
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Reservoir Engineering Aspects of Horizontal Wells
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Reservoir Engineering Aspects of Fractured Horizontal Wells
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Fracturing Horizontal Wells: Rock Mechanics Overview
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Drilling of Horizontal Wells
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Proppant and Proppant Transport
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Fracture Diagnostic Testing
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Interval Isolation
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Horizontal Completion Fracturing Methods and Techniques
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Use of Well Logging Measurements and Analysis for Fracturing Design
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Fracture Treatment Diagnostics
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Environmental Stewardship
Contributors
Foreword
Preface
Chapter 1 : Fracture Stimulation of Horizontal Wells
Chapter 2 : Transitioning from Vertical to Horizontal Wellbores
Chapter 3 : Reservoir Engineering Aspects for Horizontal Wells
Chapter 4 : Reservoir Engineering Aspects of Fractured Horizontal Wells
Chapter 5 : Fracturing Horizontal Wells : Rock Mechanics Overview
Chapter 6 : Drilling of Horizontal Wells
Chapter 7 : Proppant and Proppant Transport
Chapter 8 : Fracture Diagnostic Testing
Chapter 9 : Interval Isolation
Chapter 10 : Horizontal Completion Fracturing Methods and Techniques
Chapter 11 : Use of Well Logging Measurements and Analysis for Fracturing Design
Chapter 12 : Fracture Treatment Diagnostics
Chapter 13 : Environmental Stewardship
Index
