Interference testing using finite-conductivity horizontal wells of unequal lengths

A. A. Awotunde, H. S. Al-Hashim, M. N. Al-Khamis, H. Y. Al-Yousef

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Abstract

This paper presents a model for interference testing utilizing two horizontal wells of unequal lengths. The model presented is a semi-analytical model solution for interference testing utilizing two finite-conductivity horizontal wells having unequal lengths. This model extends the previous interference testing model between two equal-length horizontal wells to a more general case in which the two horizontal interfering wells are of unequal lengths. Sensitivity studies are performed to show the effect of horizontal well length on (1) Flux distribution in the active and observation wells, and (2) Pressure response in the active and observation wells.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationSociety of Petroleum Engineers - SPE Eastern Regional/AAPG Eastern Section Joint Meeting 2008
PublisherSociety of Petroleum Engineers
Pages331-344
Number of pages14
ISBN (Print)9781605606736
DOIs
StatePublished - 2008

Publication series

NameSociety of Petroleum Engineers - SPE Eastern Regional/AAPG Eastern Section Joint Meeting 2008

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Geochemistry and Petrology
  • Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology

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