Current state of Sinopec’s exploration for natural gasDistribution of exploration area and resource baseSinopec now owns the exploration right of 364 blocks, with the acreage about one million square kilometers. The ...Current state of Sinopec’s exploration for natural gasDistribution of exploration area and resource baseSinopec now owns the exploration right of 364 blocks, with the acreage about one million square kilometers. The company mainly carries out exploration for oil and展开更多
China’s largest oil refiner China Petrochemical Corporation,also known as Sinopec Group,saw its non-fuel sales surge 43 percent in the first half of this year amid falling crude oil prices.The Beijing-based company’...China’s largest oil refiner China Petrochemical Corporation,also known as Sinopec Group,saw its non-fuel sales surge 43 percent in the first half of this year amid falling crude oil prices.The Beijing-based company’s non-fuel profits rose 42 percent from January to June,while sales of its retail oil products grew 3.展开更多
Carbon dioxide enhanced oil recovery(CO2-EOR)technology is used for oil production and CO2 storage in reservoirs.Methods are being constantly developed to optimize oil recovery and CO2 storage during the CO_(...Carbon dioxide enhanced oil recovery(CO2-EOR)technology is used for oil production and CO2 storage in reservoirs.Methods are being constantly developed to optimize oil recovery and CO2 storage during the CO2 displacement process,especially for low-permeability reservoirs under varying geological conditions.In this study,long-core experiments and trans-scale numerical simulations are employed to examine the characteristics of oil production and CO2 storage.Optimal production parameters for the target reservoir are also proposed.The results indicate that maintaining the pressure at 1.04 to 1.10 times the minimum miscible pressure(MMP)and increasing the injection rate can enhance oil production in the early stage of reservoir development.In contrast,reducing the injection rate at the later stages prevents CO2 channeling,thus improving oil recovery and CO2 storage efficiency.A solution-doubling factor is introduced to modify the calculation method for CO2 storage,increasing its accuracy to approximately 90%.Before CO2 breakthrough,prioritizing oil production is recommended to maximize the economic benefits of this process.In the middle stage of CO2 displacement,decreasing the injection rate optimizes the coordination between oil displacement and CO2 storage.Further,in the late stage,reduced pressure and injection rates are required as the focus shifts to CO2 storage.展开更多
The Cambrian platform margin in the Tarim Basin boasts favorable source-reservoir-cap assemblages,making it a significant target for hydrocarbon exploration in ultra-to extra-deep facies-controlled for-mations.Of the ...The Cambrian platform margin in the Tarim Basin boasts favorable source-reservoir-cap assemblages,making it a significant target for hydrocarbon exploration in ultra-to extra-deep facies-controlled for-mations.Of the three major basins in western China,Tarim is the only basin with large-scale platform margin where no exploration breakthrough has been achieved yet.This study determines the vertical and lateral differential evolution of the platform margin(in the Manxi area hereafter referred to as the Cambrian Manxi platform margin)through fine-scale sequence stratigraphic division and a segmented analysis.The platform margin can be divided into the Yuqi,Tahe,Shunbei,and Gucheng segments,from north to south,based on the development of different ancient landforms and the evolutionary process of the platform.The Yuqi and Shunbei segments exhibit relatively low-elevation ancient landforms.Both segments were in a submarine buildup stage during the Early Cambrian,resulting in overall limited scales of their reservoirs.The Gucheng segment features the highest-elevation ancient landforms and accordingly limited accommodation spaces.As a result,the rapid lateral migration of high-energy facies zones leads to the development of large-scale reservoirs with only limited thicknesses.In contrast,the Tahe segment,exhibiting comparatively high-elevation ancient landforms,is identified as the most favorable segment for the formation of large-scale reservoirs.The cap rocks of the platform margin are dominated by back-reef dolomitic flats and tight carbonate rocks formed in transgressive periods.A comprehensive evaluation of source rocks,reservoirs,and cap rocks indicates that the Tahe segment boasts the optimal hydrocarbon accumulation conditions along the platform margin.In this segment,the Shayilike Formation transgressive deposits and the high-energy mound-shoal complexes along the platform margin of the Wusonggeer Formation constitute the optimal reservoir-cap rock assemblage,establishing this segment as the most promising target for hydrocarbon exploration in the platform margin.展开更多
The Wufeng–Longmaxi Formation derives its name from the Upper Ordovician Wufeng Formation and the Lower Silurian Longmaxi Formation,found in sequence in the Sichuan Basin.This formation hosts rich shale gas reservoir...The Wufeng–Longmaxi Formation derives its name from the Upper Ordovician Wufeng Formation and the Lower Silurian Longmaxi Formation,found in sequence in the Sichuan Basin.This formation hosts rich shale gas reservoirs,and its shale gas enrichment patterns are examined in this study using data from 1197 shale samples collected from 14 wells.Five basic and three key parameters,eight in all,are assessed for each sample.The five basic parameters include burial depth and the contents of four mineral types—quartz,clay,carbonate,and other minerals;the three key parameters,representing shale gas enrichment,are total organic carbon(TOC)content,porosity,and gas content.The SHapley Additive exPlanations(SHAP)analysis originated in game theory is used here in an interpretable machine learning framework,to address issues of heterogeneous data structure,noisy relationships,and multi-objective optimization.An evaluation of the ranking,contribution values,and conditions of changes for these parameters offers new quantitative insights into shale gas enrichment patterns.A quantitative analysis of the relationship between data-sets identifies the primary factors controlling TOC,porosity,and gas content of shale gas reservoirs.The results show that TOC and porosity jointly influence gas content;mineral content has a significant impact on both,TOC and porosity;and the burial depth governs porosity which,in turn,affects the conditions under which shale gas is preserved.Input parameter thresholds are also determined and provide a basis for the establishment of quantitative criteria to evaluate shale gas enrichment.The predictive accuracy of the model used in this study is significantly improved by the step-wise addition of two input parameters,namely TOC and porosity,separately and together.Thus,the game theory method in big data-driven analysis uses a combination of TOC and porosity to evaluate the gas content with encouraging results—suggesting that these are the key parameters that indicate source rock and reservoir properties.展开更多
Characterizing shale oil reservoirs encompassing pore space,mineralogy,and fluids is fundamental to effective exploration and development.Recent advances in experimental techniques have significantly improved both the...Characterizing shale oil reservoirs encompassing pore space,mineralogy,and fluids is fundamental to effective exploration and development.Recent advances in experimental techniques have significantly improved both the qualitative and quantitative analysis of these components;however,a comprehensive systematic review is lacking.High-resolution imaging technologies,such as Scanning Electron Microscopy(SEM),Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy(FE-SEM),and Focused Ion Beam Scanning Electron Microscopy(FIB-SEM),enable detailed visualization of pore structures.Gas adsorption and high-pressure mercury intrusion methods provide accurate pore-scale quantification.Moreover,techniques like X-ray Diffraction(XRD),X-ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy(XRF),and Electron Probe Microanalysis(EPMA)allow precise mineral identification and compositional analysis.Confocal Scanning Laser Microscopy(CSLM),Raman Spectroscopy,Nuclear Magnetic Resonance(NMR),and Rock Pyrolysis provide insights into fluid occurrence and content within shale reservoirs.Based on a comprehensive review of existing research,this study identifies several key future directions:(1)addressing the challenges of nanopore observation in reservoir space characterization while minimizing the impact of sample preparation on pore structure;(2)improving the accuracy of quantitative mineral analysis and developing advanced new technologies for the precise measurement of complex mineral compositions;(3)enhancing the fluid quantitative evaluation of fluids by more effectively restoring subsurface geological conditions.This paper presents a current synthesis and forward-looking perspective on experimental techniques supporting shale oil exploration,aiming to guide future research and technological innovation in this field.展开更多
Coal-measure gas is a primary target with significant potential for the exploration of unconventional hydrocarbon resources.However,the spatiotemporal distribution and combination patterns of multi-type coal-measure g...Coal-measure gas is a primary target with significant potential for the exploration of unconventional hydrocarbon resources.However,the spatiotemporal distribution and combination patterns of multi-type coal-measure gases are yet to be clarified,directly impeding the sweet spot evaluation and exploration deployment of coal-measure gas.This study discussed the characteristics and distribution patterns of coal-measure gases in the Daniudi gas field in northeastern Ordos Basin,China,with abundant drilling data.The results indicate that the coal seams variably thin upward and are mainly seen in the first and second members of the Taiyuan Formation(also referred to as the Tai 1 and Tai 2 members,respectively)and the first member of the Shanxi Formation(Shan 1 Member).Nos.8,5 and 3 coal seams are laterally continuous,and significantly thicker in its southern part compared to the northern part.Moreover,carbonaceous mudstones and shales are better developed in the southern part,where limestones are only observed in the Tai 1 Member.Based on the main lithological types,we identified three lithologic roofs of coal seams,that is,limestone,mudstone,and sandstone,which determine the spatiotemporal distribution of coal-measure gases.Besides bauxite gas in the Benxi Formation,the coal-measure gases include tight-sand gas,coalbed methane(CBM),coal-measure shale gas,and tight-limestone gas,with CBM typically associated with coal-measure shale gas.The combinations of different types of coal-measure gas vary across different layers and regions.Tight-sand gas is well-developed in areas where tight sandstones are in contact with coal-measures.From the Taiyuan to the Shanxi formations,CBM gradually transitions into a combination of CBM and coal-measure shale gas,and coal-measure shale gas.Nos.8 and 5 coal seams in low-lying areas exhibit favorable gas-bearing properties due to their large thickness and favorable roof lithologies,serving as prospective play fairways.Mudstone and limestone roofs are more conducive to achieving good gas-bearing properties.The direct contact between sandstones and coal seams tends to result in the formation of tight-sand gas and a reduced gas content of CBM.While focusing on single types of gas reservoirs such as CBM and tight-sand gas,it is essential to consider the concurrent exploration of various coal-measure gas combinations to discover more additional gas resources and guide exploration deployment.展开更多
Natural gas hydrate widely exists in the South China Sea as clean energy.A three-phase transition layer widely exists in low permeability Class I hydrates in the Shenhu offshore area.Therefore,taking into account the ...Natural gas hydrate widely exists in the South China Sea as clean energy.A three-phase transition layer widely exists in low permeability Class I hydrates in the Shenhu offshore area.Therefore,taking into account the low-permeability characteristics with an average permeability of 5.5 mD and moderate heterogeneity,a 3-D geological model of heterogeneous Class I hydrate reservoirs with three-phase transition layers is established by Kriging interpolation and stochastic modeling method,and a numerical simulation model is used to describe the depressurization production performance of the reservoir.With the development of depressurization,a specific range of complete decomposition zones appear both in the hydrate and transition layers.The entire decomposition zone of the whole reservoir tends to outward and upward diffusion.There is apparent methane escape in the three-phase transition layer.Due to the improvement of local permeability caused by the phase transition of hydrate dissociation,some methane accumulation occurs at the bottom of the hydrate layer,forming a local methane enrichment zone.The methane migration trends in reservoirs are mainly characterized by movement toward production wells and hydrate layers under the influence of gravity.However,due to the permeability limitation of hydrate reservoirs,many fluids have not been effectively produced and remain in the reservoir.Therefore,to improve the effective pressure drop of the reservoir,the perforation method and pressure reduction method were optimized by analyzing the influencing factors based on the gas production rate.The comparative study demonstrates that perforating through the free gas layer combined with one-time depressurization can enhance the effective depressurization and improve production performance.The gas production rate from perforating through the free gas layer can be twice as high as that from perforating through the transition layer.This study can provide theoretical support for the utilization of marine energy.展开更多
Deep geothermal resources in the Fujian-Guangdong-Hainan region,China,offer significant potential for sustainable energy.The diverse igneous rock formations along the southeast coast present intricate geological chall...Deep geothermal resources in the Fujian-Guangdong-Hainan region,China,offer significant potential for sustainable energy.The diverse igneous rock formations along the southeast coast present intricate geological challenges that impede exploration and evaluation efforts.In this study,we address critical concerns related to the Fujian-Guangdong-Hainan region's deep geothermal resources,encompassing heat source composition,formation conditions,strategic favorable areas,and exploration directions.Our methods involve the analysis of regional geothermal reservoirs and cap rocks.Major findings include:the primary heat sources in the Fujian-Guangdong-Hainan region consist of the radioactive heat generation from granites in the crust,heat conduction in the mantle,and,in specific areas like Yangjiang and Shantou,melts within the middle and lower crust;the deep,high-temperature geothermal resources in the region predominantly reside in basins'depressed areas.These areas are characterized by the confluence of triple heat sources:heat from the Earth's crust,mantle,and other supplementary sources;our analysis led to the identification of three strategic areas favorable for deep geothermal resources in the Fujian-Guangdong-Hainan region.These are the Beibu Gulf Basin's continental area,the Yuezhong Depression,and the Fuzhou-Zhangzhou area.展开更多
The Western Sichuan Foreland Basin(WSFB)in South China,a prolific hydrocarbon province,exhibits complex structural deformation influenced by Triassic salt tectonics.This paper integrates seismic data and well data to ...The Western Sichuan Foreland Basin(WSFB)in South China,a prolific hydrocarbon province,exhibits complex structural deformation influenced by Triassic salt tectonics.This paper integrates seismic data and well data to elucidate the role of Middle-Lower Triassic evaporite layers in shaping basin structures,focusing on Xinchang Tectonic Zone(XTZ).Salt layers facilitated decoupled deformation between supra-and sub-salt sequences,forming salt pillows and fault-related folds.Three distinct structural trends were identified in XTZ.Key findings reveal that salt thickness variations correlate with deformation styles:thicker salt promoted detachment folding,while thinner salt led to hard-linked fault systems.Sub-salt E-NE trending reverse faults formed horsetail terminations associated with the Pengzhou faults(PzF),deviating from the primary Longmenshan thrust belt(LmsTB)orientation.Structural evolution occurred in three stages:(1)Indosinian salt deposition and foreland basin initiation;(2)Yanshanian eastward propagation of thrust systems with salt-driven detachment folding;(3)Himalayan reactivation overprinting earlier structures with sub-NS trending folds.This work establishes a direct link between salt layers and structural traps,demonstrating how salt acted as a critical detachment layer during multi-stage compression.Results provide insights into the gas exploration of the Late Triassic Xujiahe Formation,emphasizing the importance of salt-influenced deformation in foreland basin systems.展开更多
The Ordovician Majiagou Formation(O1m)in the Ordos Basin is a crucial exploration field for natural gas,and exploration of the Ordovician middle assemblage(O1m55-7)has recently yielded great breakthrough.The ...The Ordovician Majiagou Formation(O1m)in the Ordos Basin is a crucial exploration field for natural gas,and exploration of the Ordovician middle assemblage(O1m55-7)has recently yielded great breakthrough.The Daniudi gas field provides a good case study to determine the gas source for the strata.The O1m55-7gas displays C1/C1-5 ratios of 0.932-0.985 and CO2contents of 1.56%-11.75%,and the detectable H2S content ranges from 0.0002%to 1.8617%.Theδ13C1,δ13C2,δ13CCO2,andδD1values are−39.7‰to−35.6‰,−30.4‰to−23.7‰,−12.4‰to−4.6‰,and−204‰to−185‰,respectively.Identification of the gas origin and source indicates that the gaseous alkanes are commonly coal-derived gas.The gas was generated from the coal measures in the Taiyuan Formation(C3t)and subsequently migrated.A small amount of oil-associated gas,mainly from O1m carbonate source rocks,has been incorporated into the gas reservoir.The natural gas has experienced insignificant alteration by thermochemical sulfate reduction,and the relatively high levels of CO2are probably associated with corrosion alteration of carbonate reservoirs by injected fluid during acid fracturing.展开更多
Microfluidic technology,as an advanced experimental technique at the microscale,demonstrates significant potential for application in oil and gas reservoir development.By constructing microscopic models with varying p...Microfluidic technology,as an advanced experimental technique at the microscale,demonstrates significant potential for application in oil and gas reservoir development.By constructing microscopic models with varying pore structures and surface chemical properties,this technology can simulate fluid displacement behaviors in different types of reservoirs.Through the modification of fluid properties and displacement conditions in experiments,it allows for the quantitative analysis of fluid distribution characteristics during displacement processes.This provides valuable technical tools for studying the microscopic mechanisms of CO2 flooding,chemical flooding,and other enhanced oil/gas recovery techniques.This paper reviews the unique advantages of microfluidic technology in revealing pore-scale transport behaviors and optimizing development strategies,while also analyzing the current challenges associated with its application.With advancements in materials science and manufacturing technologies,microfluidic technology is expected to play an increasingly prominent role in reservoir development,offering new technical support for the efficient development of oil and gas reservoirs.展开更多
To address the short peak-production period and limited incremental recovery commonly encountered during chemical flooding of high water-cut reservoirs,this study investigates the dynamic evolution of displacement fro...To address the short peak-production period and limited incremental recovery commonly encountered during chemical flooding of high water-cut reservoirs,this study investigates the dynamic evolution of displacement fronts and their controlling factors through laboratory experiments and numerical simulation.Two-dimensional plate flooding experiments were first conducted to characterize the evolution of the oil bank in homogeneous and heterogeneous reservoirs,revealing a four-stage process of formation,enrichment,mobilization,and residual depletion.Based on water-cut behavior,the flooding process was further classified into early-response,peak-response,and late-response stages.A three-dimensional heterogeneous reservoir model was subsequently developed to quantify the spatiotemporal evolution of the pressure,oil-bank,and chemical-agent fronts.The results show a clear displacementfront sequence,with the pressure front leading,the oil bank occupying the intermediate zone,and the chemical-agent front trailing behind.Sensitivity analyses demonstrate that the flooding system,chemical concentration,and slug size significantly influence oil-bank development.Compared with polymer flooding and polymer-surfactant flooding,the heterogeneous flooding system increases the maximum oil-bank magnitude by 72% and 43%,respectively.Higher chemical concentrations promote oil-bank enrichment,although the incremental benefit gradually diminishes.In addition,a critical slug size of approximately 0.4 PV is identified,beyond which further increases yield limited improvement.展开更多
The effective channeling of fluid flow by fractures is a liability for enhanced oil recovery(EOR)methods like CO2 flooding or CO2 storage.Developing a distributed fracture model to understand the heterogeneity o...The effective channeling of fluid flow by fractures is a liability for enhanced oil recovery(EOR)methods like CO2 flooding or CO2 storage.Developing a distributed fracture model to understand the heterogeneity of the fracture network is essential in characterizing tight and low-permeability reservoirs.In the Ordos Basin,the Chang 8-1-2 layer of the Yanchang Formation is a typical tight and low permeability reservoir in the JH17 wellblock.The strong heterogeneity of distributed fractures,differing fracture scales and fracture types make it difficult to effectively characterize the fracture distribution within the Chang 8-1-2 layer.In this paper,multi-source and multi-attribute methods are used to integrate data into a neural network at different scales,and fuzzy logic control is used to judge the correlation of various attributes.The results suggest that attribute correlation between coherence and fracture indication is the best,followed by correlations with fault distance,north–south slope,and north–south curvature.Advantageous attributes from the target area are used to train the neural network,and the fracture density model and discrete fracture network(DFN)model are built at different scales.This method can be used to effectively predict the distribution characteristics of fractures in the study area.And any learning done by the neural network from this case study can be applied to fracture network modeling for reservoirs of the same type.展开更多
The significant resource potential of lacustrine shale oil has spurred interest in understanding organic matter enrichment mechanisms.However,conventional analytical methods are often constrained by multicollinearity ...The significant resource potential of lacustrine shale oil has spurred interest in understanding organic matter enrichment mechanisms.However,conventional analytical methods are often constrained by multicollinearity and statistical limitations,hindering accurate identification of enrichment mechanisms under complex depositional conditions.Interpretable machine learning models present a viable alternative to address this issue.The 7th member of the Yanchang Formation(T3y7)is one of the key targets for lacustrine shale oil exploration and development in China.Nevertheless,the role of volcanic activity in organic matter accumulation within this unit remains controversial,hindering a comprehensive understanding of organic enrichment mechanisms in lacustrine systems.To address this challenge,this study integrates geochemical data from YYa borehole in the southern Ordos Basin and previously published datasets to reconstruct the paleoenvironmental settings of various lithofacies assemblages in the T3y7 shale.By leveraging published literature and new experimental data,this study develops an interpretable machine learning model based on random forest(RF),extreme gradient boosting(XGBoost),and support vector machine(SVM)to quantitatively determine the dominant controls on organic matter accumulation.Using the T3y7 shale as a case study,the influence mechanisms of both volcanic and hydrothermal activities on organic enrichment in lacustrine shale systems are further explored.Two distinct lithofacies assemblages were identified in the T3y7 shale:laminated black shale and massive dark-gray mudstone.These assemblages are characterized by significant differences in paleoclimate,salinity,redox conditions,primary productivity,terrigenous influx,and the intensity of volcanic and hydrothermal activities.Results from the interpretable machine learning model indicate that organic matter enrichment in the T3y7 shale is primarily governed by the coupling of high primary productivity and favorable preservation conditions,and decoupling of volcanic and hydrothermal activities was a significant factor in the development of different lithofacies in the T3y7.Importantly,the influence of volcanic activity on organic matter enrichment in lacustrine systems is nonlinear:while moderate volcanic activity promotes organic accumulation,intense volcanic activity tends to exert a detrimental effect.In contrast,hydrothermal activity appears to play a more consistently positive role in the formation of organic-rich shale in the T3y7.These findings highlight the need to distinguish between volcanic and hydrothermal processes in future studies in order to more obje ctive ly evaluate their respective impacts on organic-rich shale development in lacustrine settings.This study provide s a robust frame work for understanding the mechanisms of organic matter enrichment in shale deposited under complex geological conditions,and deepens our insight into the formation of organic-rich shale in lacustrine sedimentary systems influenced by volcanic and hydrothermal activity.展开更多
The Cambrian and Lower Ordovician strata of the Bachu area in central Tarim Basin are characterized by extensively dolomitized,which have significant potential for favourable hydrocarbon reservoirs.The study herein co...The Cambrian and Lower Ordovician strata of the Bachu area in central Tarim Basin are characterized by extensively dolomitized,which have significant potential for favourable hydrocarbon reservoirs.The study herein combined petrographic,mineralogical and geochemical analyses to investigate the formation environments of these dolomite units and utilized Mg isotopic profiles to constrain the changes in the fluid flow trajectory.Positive excursions of δ18O and upwardincreasing δ26Mg profiles were observed in samples of the Wusonger formation(Є1w),which may result from evaporation.Moreover,based on high 87Sr/86Sr ratios,high total REE concentrations and the occurrence of specific minerals,including quartz,barite,gypsum and pyrite,we interpret an evaporitic near-surface origin for the Є1w dolomites.Samples of the Xiaoerblak Formation(Є1x)are the product of seepage-reflux dolomitization,suggested by upward-decreasing δ26Mg profiles and relatively lower 87Sr/86Sr ratios than the Є1w samples.The overlapping isotope(δ18O,δ13C and 87Sr/86Sr)values between samples of the Shayilik(Є2s)and Awatagh(Є2a)Formation,in addition to the petrography evidence and Mg isotope variations,suggest that the formation of these dolomites were due to the shallow-burial dolomitization.The occurrence of the Xiaqiulitagh(Є3ql)and Penglaiba(O1p)dolomites along stylolites,together with their large crystals with opaque cores and clear rims and vertically constant δ26Mg profiles,indicate that their formation may be related to pressure dissolution by mechanical compaction during deep-burial dolomitization.Therefore,the assembling of multiple petrographic,mineralogical and geochemical methods can shed light on the complicated generation processes of regional-scale dolomite within Tarim Basin or elsewhere.展开更多
In this review on the exploration and development process of the Shunbei ultra-deep carbonate oil and gas field in the Tarim Basin, the progress of exploration and development technologies during the National 13th Fiv...In this review on the exploration and development process of the Shunbei ultra-deep carbonate oil and gas field in the Tarim Basin, the progress of exploration and development technologies during the National 13th Five-Year Plan of China has been summarized systematically, giving important guidance for the exploration and development of ultra-deep marine carbonate reservoirs in China and abroad. Through analyzing the primary geological factors of “hydrocarbon generation-reservoir formation-hydrocarbon accumulation” of ancient and superposed basin comprehensively and dynamically, we point out that because the Lower Cambrian Yuertusi Formation high-quality source rocks have been located in a low-temperature environment for a long time, they were capable of generating hydrocarbon continuously in late stage, providing ideal geological conditions for massive liquid hydrocarbon accumulation in ultra-deep layers. In addition, strike-slip faults developed in tectonically stable areas have strong control on reservoir formation and hydrocarbon accumulation in this region. With these understandings, the exploration focus shifted from the two paleo-uplifts located in the north and the south to the Shuntuoguole lower uplift located in between and achieved major hydrocarbon discoveries. Through continuing improvement of seismic exploration technologies for ultra-deep carbonates in desert, integrated technologies including seismic acquisition in ultra-deep carbonates,seismic imaging of strike-slip faults and the associated cavity-fracture systems, detailed structural interpretation of strike-slip faults, characterization and quantitative description of fault-controlled cavities and fractures, description of fault-controlled traps and target optimization have been established. Geology-engineering integration including well trajectory optimization,high efficiency drilling, completion and reservoir reformation technologies has provided important support for exploration and development of the Shunbei oil and gas field.展开更多
Based on the current research status of shale oil exploration and development at home and abroad,through field observations,dissection of typical shale oil regions,analysis and testing of organic-rich shale samples,et...Based on the current research status of shale oil exploration and development at home and abroad,through field observations,dissection of typical shale oil regions,analysis and testing of organic-rich shale samples,etc.,we compare the differences in geological and engineering characteristics of shale oil reservoirs in marine and continental basins in China and the United States,put forward several issues worthy of attention in the exploration and development of lacustrine shale oil in typical basins of China,including the concept of tight oil and shale oil,vertical permeability and horizontal permeability,differences between continental and marine shale oil reservoirs,medium-low maturity and medium-high maturity,source-reservoir and source-caprock,geology and engineering,selection criteria of favorable areas and“sweet spots”,basic scientific research and application research.By comparing and analyzing organic-rich shales in the Triassic Yanchang Formation of the Ordos Basin,the Permian Lucaogou Formation in the Jimsar Sag of the Junggar Basin,the Permian Fengcheng Formation in the Mahu Sag,the Cretaceous Qingshankou&Nenjiang Formation in the Songliao Basin and the Paleogene Kongdian&Shahejie Formation in the Bohai Bay Basin,we believe that three key scientific issues must be studied in-depth from shale oil exploration to development in the future:(1)the physical,chemical and biological processes during the deposition of terrestrial fine-grained sediments and the formation mechanism of terrestrial organic-rich shale;(2)the dynamic evolution of diagenesis-hydrocarbon generation-reservoir formation,and the mechanisms of hydrocarbon formation and accumulation;(3)the fracturing mechanisms of terrestrial shale layers in different diagenetic stages and the multi-phase and multi-scale flow mechanism of shale oil in shale layers of different maturities.In addition,we should clarify the main controlling factors of shale oil reservoir characterization,oil-bearing properties,compressibility and fluidity of shale oil with different maturities,establish a lacustrine shale oil enrichment model and the evaluation methodology,to provide effective development methods,and ultimately to establish theoretical foundation and technical support for the large scale economical exploration and development of lacustrine shale oil resources in China.展开更多
The massive amount and multi-sourced,multi-structured data in the upstream petroleum industry impose great challenge on data integration and smart application.Knowledge graph,as an emerging technology,can potentially ...The massive amount and multi-sourced,multi-structured data in the upstream petroleum industry impose great challenge on data integration and smart application.Knowledge graph,as an emerging technology,can potentially provide a way to tackle the challenges associated with oil and gas big data.This paper proposes an engineering-based method that can improve upon traditional natural language processing to construct the domain knowledge graph based on a petroleum exploration and development ontology.The exploration and development knowledge graph is constructed by assembling Sinopec’s multi-sourced heterogeneous database,and millions of nodes.The two applications based on the constructed knowledge graph are developed and validated for effectiveness and advantages in providing better knowledge services for the oil and gas industry.展开更多
Based on the new data of drilling, seismic, logging, test and experiments, the key scientific problems in reservoir formation, hydrocarbon accumulation and efficient oil and gas development methods of deep and ultra-d...Based on the new data of drilling, seismic, logging, test and experiments, the key scientific problems in reservoir formation, hydrocarbon accumulation and efficient oil and gas development methods of deep and ultra-deep marine carbonate strata in the central and western superimposed basin in China have been continuously studied.(1) The fault-controlled carbonate reservoir and the ancient dolomite reservoir are two important types of reservoirs in the deep and ultra-deep marine carbonates. According to the formation origin, the large-scale fault-controlled reservoir can be further divided into three types:fracture-cavity reservoir formed by tectonic rupture, fault and fluid-controlled reservoir, and shoal and mound reservoir modified by fault and fluid. The Sinian microbial dolomites are developed in the aragonite-dolomite sea. The predominant mound-shoal facies, early dolomitization and dissolution, acidic fluid environment, anhydrite capping and overpressure are the key factors for the formation and preservation of high-quality dolomite reservoirs.(2) The organic-rich shale of the marine carbonate strata in the superimposed basins of central and western China are mainly developed in the sedimentary environments of deep-water shelf of passive continental margin and carbonate ramp. The tectonic-thermal system is the important factor controlling the hydrocarbon phase in deep and ultra-deep reservoirs, and the reformed dynamic field controls oil and gas accumulation and distribution in deep and ultra-deep marine carbonates.(3) During the development of high-sulfur gas fields such as Puguang, sulfur precipitation blocks the wellbore. The application of sulfur solvent combined with coiled tubing has a significant effect on removing sulfur blockage. The integrated technology of dual-medium modeling and numerical simulation based on sedimentary simulation can accurately characterize the spatial distribution and changes of the water invasion front.Afterward, water control strategies for the entire life cycle of gas wells are proposed, including flow rate management, water drainage and plugging.(4) In the development of ultra-deep fault-controlled fractured-cavity reservoirs, well production declines rapidly due to the permeability reduction, which is a consequence of reservoir stress-sensitivity. The rapid phase change in condensate gas reservoir and pressure decline significantly affect the recovery of condensate oil. Innovative development methods such as gravity drive through water and natural gas injection, and natural gas drive through top injection and bottom production for ultra-deep fault-controlled condensate gas reservoirs are proposed. By adopting the hierarchical geological modeling and the fluid-solid-thermal coupled numerical simulation, the accuracy of producing performance prediction in oil and gas reservoirs has been effectively improved.展开更多
摘要Current state of Sinopec’s exploration for natural gasDistribution of exploration area and resource baseSinopec now owns the exploration right of 364 blocks, with the acreage about one million square kilometers. The company mainly carries out exploration for oil and
摘要China’s largest oil refiner China Petrochemical Corporation,also known as Sinopec Group,saw its non-fuel sales surge 43 percent in the first half of this year amid falling crude oil prices.The Beijing-based company’s non-fuel profits rose 42 percent from January to June,while sales of its retail oil products grew 3.
基金funded by the National Science and Technology Major Project for the Exploration and Development of New Types of Oil and Gas(No.2024ZD14066)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52274053)+1 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Beijing Municipality(No.3173044)the Xinjiang Conglomerate Reservoir Laboratory Development Foundation Project(No.2020D04045)。
摘要Carbon dioxide enhanced oil recovery(CO2-EOR)technology is used for oil production and CO2 storage in reservoirs.Methods are being constantly developed to optimize oil recovery and CO2 storage during the CO2 displacement process,especially for low-permeability reservoirs under varying geological conditions.In this study,long-core experiments and trans-scale numerical simulations are employed to examine the characteristics of oil production and CO2 storage.Optimal production parameters for the target reservoir are also proposed.The results indicate that maintaining the pressure at 1.04 to 1.10 times the minimum miscible pressure(MMP)and increasing the injection rate can enhance oil production in the early stage of reservoir development.In contrast,reducing the injection rate at the later stages prevents CO2 channeling,thus improving oil recovery and CO2 storage efficiency.A solution-doubling factor is introduced to modify the calculation method for CO2 storage,increasing its accuracy to approximately 90%.Before CO2 breakthrough,prioritizing oil production is recommended to maximize the economic benefits of this process.In the middle stage of CO2 displacement,decreasing the injection rate optimizes the coordination between oil displacement and CO2 storage.Further,in the late stage,reduced pressure and injection rates are required as the focus shifts to CO2 storage.
基金funded by SINOPEC Science and Technology Research Program (project Nos:P24226, P24077)Northwest Oil Field Company,SINOPEC.
摘要The Cambrian platform margin in the Tarim Basin boasts favorable source-reservoir-cap assemblages,making it a significant target for hydrocarbon exploration in ultra-to extra-deep facies-controlled for-mations.Of the three major basins in western China,Tarim is the only basin with large-scale platform margin where no exploration breakthrough has been achieved yet.This study determines the vertical and lateral differential evolution of the platform margin(in the Manxi area hereafter referred to as the Cambrian Manxi platform margin)through fine-scale sequence stratigraphic division and a segmented analysis.The platform margin can be divided into the Yuqi,Tahe,Shunbei,and Gucheng segments,from north to south,based on the development of different ancient landforms and the evolutionary process of the platform.The Yuqi and Shunbei segments exhibit relatively low-elevation ancient landforms.Both segments were in a submarine buildup stage during the Early Cambrian,resulting in overall limited scales of their reservoirs.The Gucheng segment features the highest-elevation ancient landforms and accordingly limited accommodation spaces.As a result,the rapid lateral migration of high-energy facies zones leads to the development of large-scale reservoirs with only limited thicknesses.In contrast,the Tahe segment,exhibiting comparatively high-elevation ancient landforms,is identified as the most favorable segment for the formation of large-scale reservoirs.The cap rocks of the platform margin are dominated by back-reef dolomitic flats and tight carbonate rocks formed in transgressive periods.A comprehensive evaluation of source rocks,reservoirs,and cap rocks indicates that the Tahe segment boasts the optimal hydrocarbon accumulation conditions along the platform margin.In this segment,the Shayilike Formation transgressive deposits and the high-energy mound-shoal complexes along the platform margin of the Wusonggeer Formation constitute the optimal reservoir-cap rock assemblage,establishing this segment as the most promising target for hydrocarbon exploration in the platform margin.
基金funded by the Technical Development(Entrusted)Project of Science and Department of SINOPEC(Grant No.P23240-4)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.42172165,42272143 and 2025ZD1403901-05)。
摘要The Wufeng–Longmaxi Formation derives its name from the Upper Ordovician Wufeng Formation and the Lower Silurian Longmaxi Formation,found in sequence in the Sichuan Basin.This formation hosts rich shale gas reservoirs,and its shale gas enrichment patterns are examined in this study using data from 1197 shale samples collected from 14 wells.Five basic and three key parameters,eight in all,are assessed for each sample.The five basic parameters include burial depth and the contents of four mineral types—quartz,clay,carbonate,and other minerals;the three key parameters,representing shale gas enrichment,are total organic carbon(TOC)content,porosity,and gas content.The SHapley Additive exPlanations(SHAP)analysis originated in game theory is used here in an interpretable machine learning framework,to address issues of heterogeneous data structure,noisy relationships,and multi-objective optimization.An evaluation of the ranking,contribution values,and conditions of changes for these parameters offers new quantitative insights into shale gas enrichment patterns.A quantitative analysis of the relationship between data-sets identifies the primary factors controlling TOC,porosity,and gas content of shale gas reservoirs.The results show that TOC and porosity jointly influence gas content;mineral content has a significant impact on both,TOC and porosity;and the burial depth governs porosity which,in turn,affects the conditions under which shale gas is preserved.Input parameter thresholds are also determined and provide a basis for the establishment of quantitative criteria to evaluate shale gas enrichment.The predictive accuracy of the model used in this study is significantly improved by the step-wise addition of two input parameters,namely TOC and porosity,separately and together.Thus,the game theory method in big data-driven analysis uses a combination of TOC and porosity to evaluate the gas content with encouraging results—suggesting that these are the key parameters that indicate source rock and reservoir properties.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.42272142 and 42230812).
摘要Characterizing shale oil reservoirs encompassing pore space,mineralogy,and fluids is fundamental to effective exploration and development.Recent advances in experimental techniques have significantly improved both the qualitative and quantitative analysis of these components;however,a comprehensive systematic review is lacking.High-resolution imaging technologies,such as Scanning Electron Microscopy(SEM),Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy(FE-SEM),and Focused Ion Beam Scanning Electron Microscopy(FIB-SEM),enable detailed visualization of pore structures.Gas adsorption and high-pressure mercury intrusion methods provide accurate pore-scale quantification.Moreover,techniques like X-ray Diffraction(XRD),X-ray Fluorescence Spectroscopy(XRF),and Electron Probe Microanalysis(EPMA)allow precise mineral identification and compositional analysis.Confocal Scanning Laser Microscopy(CSLM),Raman Spectroscopy,Nuclear Magnetic Resonance(NMR),and Rock Pyrolysis provide insights into fluid occurrence and content within shale reservoirs.Based on a comprehensive review of existing research,this study identifies several key future directions:(1)addressing the challenges of nanopore observation in reservoir space characterization while minimizing the impact of sample preparation on pore structure;(2)improving the accuracy of quantitative mineral analysis and developing advanced new technologies for the precise measurement of complex mineral compositions;(3)enhancing the fluid quantitative evaluation of fluids by more effectively restoring subsurface geological conditions.This paper presents a current synthesis and forward-looking perspective on experimental techniques supporting shale oil exploration,aiming to guide future research and technological innovation in this field.
基金funded by SINOPEC Science and Technology Research Program(No.P23206No.P23230).
摘要Coal-measure gas is a primary target with significant potential for the exploration of unconventional hydrocarbon resources.However,the spatiotemporal distribution and combination patterns of multi-type coal-measure gases are yet to be clarified,directly impeding the sweet spot evaluation and exploration deployment of coal-measure gas.This study discussed the characteristics and distribution patterns of coal-measure gases in the Daniudi gas field in northeastern Ordos Basin,China,with abundant drilling data.The results indicate that the coal seams variably thin upward and are mainly seen in the first and second members of the Taiyuan Formation(also referred to as the Tai 1 and Tai 2 members,respectively)and the first member of the Shanxi Formation(Shan 1 Member).Nos.8,5 and 3 coal seams are laterally continuous,and significantly thicker in its southern part compared to the northern part.Moreover,carbonaceous mudstones and shales are better developed in the southern part,where limestones are only observed in the Tai 1 Member.Based on the main lithological types,we identified three lithologic roofs of coal seams,that is,limestone,mudstone,and sandstone,which determine the spatiotemporal distribution of coal-measure gases.Besides bauxite gas in the Benxi Formation,the coal-measure gases include tight-sand gas,coalbed methane(CBM),coal-measure shale gas,and tight-limestone gas,with CBM typically associated with coal-measure shale gas.The combinations of different types of coal-measure gas vary across different layers and regions.Tight-sand gas is well-developed in areas where tight sandstones are in contact with coal-measures.From the Taiyuan to the Shanxi formations,CBM gradually transitions into a combination of CBM and coal-measure shale gas,and coal-measure shale gas.Nos.8 and 5 coal seams in low-lying areas exhibit favorable gas-bearing properties due to their large thickness and favorable roof lithologies,serving as prospective play fairways.Mudstone and limestone roofs are more conducive to achieving good gas-bearing properties.The direct contact between sandstones and coal seams tends to result in the formation of tight-sand gas and a reduced gas content of CBM.While focusing on single types of gas reservoirs such as CBM and tight-sand gas,it is essential to consider the concurrent exploration of various coal-measure gas combinations to discover more additional gas resources and guide exploration deployment.
基金supported by the Sinopec Technology Research and Development Project(No.30000000-22-ZC0607-0235,No.33550000-22-ZC0607-0009)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52334002).
摘要Natural gas hydrate widely exists in the South China Sea as clean energy.A three-phase transition layer widely exists in low permeability Class I hydrates in the Shenhu offshore area.Therefore,taking into account the low-permeability characteristics with an average permeability of 5.5 mD and moderate heterogeneity,a 3-D geological model of heterogeneous Class I hydrate reservoirs with three-phase transition layers is established by Kriging interpolation and stochastic modeling method,and a numerical simulation model is used to describe the depressurization production performance of the reservoir.With the development of depressurization,a specific range of complete decomposition zones appear both in the hydrate and transition layers.The entire decomposition zone of the whole reservoir tends to outward and upward diffusion.There is apparent methane escape in the three-phase transition layer.Due to the improvement of local permeability caused by the phase transition of hydrate dissociation,some methane accumulation occurs at the bottom of the hydrate layer,forming a local methane enrichment zone.The methane migration trends in reservoirs are mainly characterized by movement toward production wells and hydrate layers under the influence of gravity.However,due to the permeability limitation of hydrate reservoirs,many fluids have not been effectively produced and remain in the reservoir.Therefore,to improve the effective pressure drop of the reservoir,the perforation method and pressure reduction method were optimized by analyzing the influencing factors based on the gas production rate.The comparative study demonstrates that perforating through the free gas layer combined with one-time depressurization can enhance the effective depressurization and improve production performance.The gas production rate from perforating through the free gas layer can be twice as high as that from perforating through the transition layer.This study can provide theoretical support for the utilization of marine energy.
基金funded by two National Key Research and Development Programs of China(No.2019YFC0604903,No.2021YFA0716004)a Joint Fund Program of the National Natural Science Foundation of China and Sinopec(No.U20B6001)a Sinopec Science and Technology Research Program(No.P20041-1).
摘要Deep geothermal resources in the Fujian-Guangdong-Hainan region,China,offer significant potential for sustainable energy.The diverse igneous rock formations along the southeast coast present intricate geological challenges that impede exploration and evaluation efforts.In this study,we address critical concerns related to the Fujian-Guangdong-Hainan region's deep geothermal resources,encompassing heat source composition,formation conditions,strategic favorable areas,and exploration directions.Our methods involve the analysis of regional geothermal reservoirs and cap rocks.Major findings include:the primary heat sources in the Fujian-Guangdong-Hainan region consist of the radioactive heat generation from granites in the crust,heat conduction in the mantle,and,in specific areas like Yangjiang and Shantou,melts within the middle and lower crust;the deep,high-temperature geothermal resources in the region predominantly reside in basins'depressed areas.These areas are characterized by the confluence of triple heat sources:heat from the Earth's crust,mantle,and other supplementary sources;our analysis led to the identification of three strategic areas favorable for deep geothermal resources in the Fujian-Guangdong-Hainan region.These are the Beibu Gulf Basin's continental area,the Yuezhong Depression,and the Fuzhou-Zhangzhou area.
基金supported by the National Science Foundation of China(Grant No.41602161,92255302)the National Science and Technology Major Project of China(Project No.2016ZX05033)Sinopec Science and Technology Development Project(Project No.P18089-1,P22085).
摘要The Western Sichuan Foreland Basin(WSFB)in South China,a prolific hydrocarbon province,exhibits complex structural deformation influenced by Triassic salt tectonics.This paper integrates seismic data and well data to elucidate the role of Middle-Lower Triassic evaporite layers in shaping basin structures,focusing on Xinchang Tectonic Zone(XTZ).Salt layers facilitated decoupled deformation between supra-and sub-salt sequences,forming salt pillows and fault-related folds.Three distinct structural trends were identified in XTZ.Key findings reveal that salt thickness variations correlate with deformation styles:thicker salt promoted detachment folding,while thinner salt led to hard-linked fault systems.Sub-salt E-NE trending reverse faults formed horsetail terminations associated with the Pengzhou faults(PzF),deviating from the primary Longmenshan thrust belt(LmsTB)orientation.Structural evolution occurred in three stages:(1)Indosinian salt deposition and foreland basin initiation;(2)Yanshanian eastward propagation of thrust systems with salt-driven detachment folding;(3)Himalayan reactivation overprinting earlier structures with sub-NS trending folds.This work establishes a direct link between salt layers and structural traps,demonstrating how salt acted as a critical detachment layer during multi-stage compression.Results provide insights into the gas exploration of the Late Triassic Xujiahe Formation,emphasizing the importance of salt-influenced deformation in foreland basin systems.
基金sponsored by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.U2244209,42172149,42488101,and 42141021).
摘要The Ordovician Majiagou Formation(O1m)in the Ordos Basin is a crucial exploration field for natural gas,and exploration of the Ordovician middle assemblage(O1m55-7)has recently yielded great breakthrough.The Daniudi gas field provides a good case study to determine the gas source for the strata.The O1m55-7gas displays C1/C1-5 ratios of 0.932-0.985 and CO2contents of 1.56%-11.75%,and the detectable H2S content ranges from 0.0002%to 1.8617%.Theδ13C1,δ13C2,δ13CCO2,andδD1values are−39.7‰to−35.6‰,−30.4‰to−23.7‰,−12.4‰to−4.6‰,and−204‰to−185‰,respectively.Identification of the gas origin and source indicates that the gaseous alkanes are commonly coal-derived gas.The gas was generated from the coal measures in the Taiyuan Formation(C3t)and subsequently migrated.A small amount of oil-associated gas,mainly from O1m carbonate source rocks,has been incorporated into the gas reservoir.The natural gas has experienced insignificant alteration by thermochemical sulfate reduction,and the relatively high levels of CO2are probably associated with corrosion alteration of carbonate reservoirs by injected fluid during acid fracturing.
基金funded by the Key Science Foundation of Laboratory of Marine Oil&Gas Reservoirs Production,Sinopec(33550000-22-ZC0613-0332).
摘要Microfluidic technology,as an advanced experimental technique at the microscale,demonstrates significant potential for application in oil and gas reservoir development.By constructing microscopic models with varying pore structures and surface chemical properties,this technology can simulate fluid displacement behaviors in different types of reservoirs.Through the modification of fluid properties and displacement conditions in experiments,it allows for the quantitative analysis of fluid distribution characteristics during displacement processes.This provides valuable technical tools for studying the microscopic mechanisms of CO2 flooding,chemical flooding,and other enhanced oil/gas recovery techniques.This paper reviews the unique advantages of microfluidic technology in revealing pore-scale transport behaviors and optimizing development strategies,while also analyzing the current challenges associated with its application.With advancements in materials science and manufacturing technologies,microfluidic technology is expected to play an increasingly prominent role in reservoir development,offering new technical support for the efficient development of oil and gas reservoirs.
基金funded by the National Science and Technology Major Project,“New Methods and New Technologies for Significantly Enhancing Oil Recovery in Medium-and High-Permeability Oilfields”(Grant No.2025ZD1406100)the Postdoctoral Project of Sinopec Shengli Oilfield Company(Grant No.YKB2502).
摘要To address the short peak-production period and limited incremental recovery commonly encountered during chemical flooding of high water-cut reservoirs,this study investigates the dynamic evolution of displacement fronts and their controlling factors through laboratory experiments and numerical simulation.Two-dimensional plate flooding experiments were first conducted to characterize the evolution of the oil bank in homogeneous and heterogeneous reservoirs,revealing a four-stage process of formation,enrichment,mobilization,and residual depletion.Based on water-cut behavior,the flooding process was further classified into early-response,peak-response,and late-response stages.A three-dimensional heterogeneous reservoir model was subsequently developed to quantify the spatiotemporal evolution of the pressure,oil-bank,and chemical-agent fronts.The results show a clear displacementfront sequence,with the pressure front leading,the oil bank occupying the intermediate zone,and the chemical-agent front trailing behind.Sensitivity analyses demonstrate that the flooding system,chemical concentration,and slug size significantly influence oil-bank development.Compared with polymer flooding and polymer-surfactant flooding,the heterogeneous flooding system increases the maximum oil-bank magnitude by 72% and 43%,respectively.Higher chemical concentrations promote oil-bank enrichment,although the incremental benefit gradually diminishes.In addition,a critical slug size of approximately 0.4 PV is identified,beyond which further increases yield limited improvement.
基金supported by the National Science and Technology Project of China(No.2024ZD1004300)。
摘要The effective channeling of fluid flow by fractures is a liability for enhanced oil recovery(EOR)methods like CO2 flooding or CO2 storage.Developing a distributed fracture model to understand the heterogeneity of the fracture network is essential in characterizing tight and low-permeability reservoirs.In the Ordos Basin,the Chang 8-1-2 layer of the Yanchang Formation is a typical tight and low permeability reservoir in the JH17 wellblock.The strong heterogeneity of distributed fractures,differing fracture scales and fracture types make it difficult to effectively characterize the fracture distribution within the Chang 8-1-2 layer.In this paper,multi-source and multi-attribute methods are used to integrate data into a neural network at different scales,and fuzzy logic control is used to judge the correlation of various attributes.The results suggest that attribute correlation between coherence and fracture indication is the best,followed by correlations with fault distance,north–south slope,and north–south curvature.Advantageous attributes from the target area are used to train the neural network,and the fracture density model and discrete fracture network(DFN)model are built at different scales.This method can be used to effectively predict the distribution characteristics of fractures in the study area.And any learning done by the neural network from this case study can be applied to fracture network modeling for reservoirs of the same type.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Projects 42090022,U24B6002,42502151)。
摘要The significant resource potential of lacustrine shale oil has spurred interest in understanding organic matter enrichment mechanisms.However,conventional analytical methods are often constrained by multicollinearity and statistical limitations,hindering accurate identification of enrichment mechanisms under complex depositional conditions.Interpretable machine learning models present a viable alternative to address this issue.The 7th member of the Yanchang Formation(T3y7)is one of the key targets for lacustrine shale oil exploration and development in China.Nevertheless,the role of volcanic activity in organic matter accumulation within this unit remains controversial,hindering a comprehensive understanding of organic enrichment mechanisms in lacustrine systems.To address this challenge,this study integrates geochemical data from YYa borehole in the southern Ordos Basin and previously published datasets to reconstruct the paleoenvironmental settings of various lithofacies assemblages in the T3y7 shale.By leveraging published literature and new experimental data,this study develops an interpretable machine learning model based on random forest(RF),extreme gradient boosting(XGBoost),and support vector machine(SVM)to quantitatively determine the dominant controls on organic matter accumulation.Using the T3y7 shale as a case study,the influence mechanisms of both volcanic and hydrothermal activities on organic enrichment in lacustrine shale systems are further explored.Two distinct lithofacies assemblages were identified in the T3y7 shale:laminated black shale and massive dark-gray mudstone.These assemblages are characterized by significant differences in paleoclimate,salinity,redox conditions,primary productivity,terrigenous influx,and the intensity of volcanic and hydrothermal activities.Results from the interpretable machine learning model indicate that organic matter enrichment in the T3y7 shale is primarily governed by the coupling of high primary productivity and favorable preservation conditions,and decoupling of volcanic and hydrothermal activities was a significant factor in the development of different lithofacies in the T3y7.Importantly,the influence of volcanic activity on organic matter enrichment in lacustrine systems is nonlinear:while moderate volcanic activity promotes organic accumulation,intense volcanic activity tends to exert a detrimental effect.In contrast,hydrothermal activity appears to play a more consistently positive role in the formation of organic-rich shale in the T3y7.These findings highlight the need to distinguish between volcanic and hydrothermal processes in future studies in order to more obje ctive ly evaluate their respective impacts on organic-rich shale development in lacustrine settings.This study provide s a robust frame work for understanding the mechanisms of organic matter enrichment in shale deposited under complex geological conditions,and deepens our insight into the formation of organic-rich shale in lacustrine sedimentary systems influenced by volcanic and hydrothermal activity.
基金supported by the Science&Technology Project of SINOPEC(No.P22125)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.41902162)。
摘要The Cambrian and Lower Ordovician strata of the Bachu area in central Tarim Basin are characterized by extensively dolomitized,which have significant potential for favourable hydrocarbon reservoirs.The study herein combined petrographic,mineralogical and geochemical analyses to investigate the formation environments of these dolomite units and utilized Mg isotopic profiles to constrain the changes in the fluid flow trajectory.Positive excursions of δ18O and upwardincreasing δ26Mg profiles were observed in samples of the Wusonger formation(Є1w),which may result from evaporation.Moreover,based on high 87Sr/86Sr ratios,high total REE concentrations and the occurrence of specific minerals,including quartz,barite,gypsum and pyrite,we interpret an evaporitic near-surface origin for the Є1w dolomites.Samples of the Xiaoerblak Formation(Є1x)are the product of seepage-reflux dolomitization,suggested by upward-decreasing δ26Mg profiles and relatively lower 87Sr/86Sr ratios than the Є1w samples.The overlapping isotope(δ18O,δ13C and 87Sr/86Sr)values between samples of the Shayilik(Є2s)and Awatagh(Є2a)Formation,in addition to the petrography evidence and Mg isotope variations,suggest that the formation of these dolomites were due to the shallow-burial dolomitization.The occurrence of the Xiaqiulitagh(Є3ql)and Penglaiba(O1p)dolomites along stylolites,together with their large crystals with opaque cores and clear rims and vertically constant δ26Mg profiles,indicate that their formation may be related to pressure dissolution by mechanical compaction during deep-burial dolomitization.Therefore,the assembling of multiple petrographic,mineralogical and geochemical methods can shed light on the complicated generation processes of regional-scale dolomite within Tarim Basin or elsewhere.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China Enterprise Innovation and Development Joint Fund Project(U19B6003)。
摘要In this review on the exploration and development process of the Shunbei ultra-deep carbonate oil and gas field in the Tarim Basin, the progress of exploration and development technologies during the National 13th Five-Year Plan of China has been summarized systematically, giving important guidance for the exploration and development of ultra-deep marine carbonate reservoirs in China and abroad. Through analyzing the primary geological factors of “hydrocarbon generation-reservoir formation-hydrocarbon accumulation” of ancient and superposed basin comprehensively and dynamically, we point out that because the Lower Cambrian Yuertusi Formation high-quality source rocks have been located in a low-temperature environment for a long time, they were capable of generating hydrocarbon continuously in late stage, providing ideal geological conditions for massive liquid hydrocarbon accumulation in ultra-deep layers. In addition, strike-slip faults developed in tectonically stable areas have strong control on reservoir formation and hydrocarbon accumulation in this region. With these understandings, the exploration focus shifted from the two paleo-uplifts located in the north and the south to the Shuntuoguole lower uplift located in between and achieved major hydrocarbon discoveries. Through continuing improvement of seismic exploration technologies for ultra-deep carbonates in desert, integrated technologies including seismic acquisition in ultra-deep carbonates,seismic imaging of strike-slip faults and the associated cavity-fracture systems, detailed structural interpretation of strike-slip faults, characterization and quantitative description of fault-controlled cavities and fractures, description of fault-controlled traps and target optimization have been established. Geology-engineering integration including well trajectory optimization,high efficiency drilling, completion and reservoir reformation technologies has provided important support for exploration and development of the Shunbei oil and gas field.
摘要Based on the current research status of shale oil exploration and development at home and abroad,through field observations,dissection of typical shale oil regions,analysis and testing of organic-rich shale samples,etc.,we compare the differences in geological and engineering characteristics of shale oil reservoirs in marine and continental basins in China and the United States,put forward several issues worthy of attention in the exploration and development of lacustrine shale oil in typical basins of China,including the concept of tight oil and shale oil,vertical permeability and horizontal permeability,differences between continental and marine shale oil reservoirs,medium-low maturity and medium-high maturity,source-reservoir and source-caprock,geology and engineering,selection criteria of favorable areas and“sweet spots”,basic scientific research and application research.By comparing and analyzing organic-rich shales in the Triassic Yanchang Formation of the Ordos Basin,the Permian Lucaogou Formation in the Jimsar Sag of the Junggar Basin,the Permian Fengcheng Formation in the Mahu Sag,the Cretaceous Qingshankou&Nenjiang Formation in the Songliao Basin and the Paleogene Kongdian&Shahejie Formation in the Bohai Bay Basin,we believe that three key scientific issues must be studied in-depth from shale oil exploration to development in the future:(1)the physical,chemical and biological processes during the deposition of terrestrial fine-grained sediments and the formation mechanism of terrestrial organic-rich shale;(2)the dynamic evolution of diagenesis-hydrocarbon generation-reservoir formation,and the mechanisms of hydrocarbon formation and accumulation;(3)the fracturing mechanisms of terrestrial shale layers in different diagenetic stages and the multi-phase and multi-scale flow mechanism of shale oil in shale layers of different maturities.In addition,we should clarify the main controlling factors of shale oil reservoir characterization,oil-bearing properties,compressibility and fluidity of shale oil with different maturities,establish a lacustrine shale oil enrichment model and the evaluation methodology,to provide effective development methods,and ultimately to establish theoretical foundation and technical support for the large scale economical exploration and development of lacustrine shale oil resources in China.
基金support is gratefully acknowledged to the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.42050104)National Science and Technology Support Program(Grant No.2012BAH34F00)National Oil and Gas Major Special Project(Grant No.2016ZX05033005).
摘要The massive amount and multi-sourced,multi-structured data in the upstream petroleum industry impose great challenge on data integration and smart application.Knowledge graph,as an emerging technology,can potentially provide a way to tackle the challenges associated with oil and gas big data.This paper proposes an engineering-based method that can improve upon traditional natural language processing to construct the domain knowledge graph based on a petroleum exploration and development ontology.The exploration and development knowledge graph is constructed by assembling Sinopec’s multi-sourced heterogeneous database,and millions of nodes.The two applications based on the constructed knowledge graph are developed and validated for effectiveness and advantages in providing better knowledge services for the oil and gas industry.
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaCorporate Innovative Development Joint Fund(U19B6003)。
摘要Based on the new data of drilling, seismic, logging, test and experiments, the key scientific problems in reservoir formation, hydrocarbon accumulation and efficient oil and gas development methods of deep and ultra-deep marine carbonate strata in the central and western superimposed basin in China have been continuously studied.(1) The fault-controlled carbonate reservoir and the ancient dolomite reservoir are two important types of reservoirs in the deep and ultra-deep marine carbonates. According to the formation origin, the large-scale fault-controlled reservoir can be further divided into three types:fracture-cavity reservoir formed by tectonic rupture, fault and fluid-controlled reservoir, and shoal and mound reservoir modified by fault and fluid. The Sinian microbial dolomites are developed in the aragonite-dolomite sea. The predominant mound-shoal facies, early dolomitization and dissolution, acidic fluid environment, anhydrite capping and overpressure are the key factors for the formation and preservation of high-quality dolomite reservoirs.(2) The organic-rich shale of the marine carbonate strata in the superimposed basins of central and western China are mainly developed in the sedimentary environments of deep-water shelf of passive continental margin and carbonate ramp. The tectonic-thermal system is the important factor controlling the hydrocarbon phase in deep and ultra-deep reservoirs, and the reformed dynamic field controls oil and gas accumulation and distribution in deep and ultra-deep marine carbonates.(3) During the development of high-sulfur gas fields such as Puguang, sulfur precipitation blocks the wellbore. The application of sulfur solvent combined with coiled tubing has a significant effect on removing sulfur blockage. The integrated technology of dual-medium modeling and numerical simulation based on sedimentary simulation can accurately characterize the spatial distribution and changes of the water invasion front.Afterward, water control strategies for the entire life cycle of gas wells are proposed, including flow rate management, water drainage and plugging.(4) In the development of ultra-deep fault-controlled fractured-cavity reservoirs, well production declines rapidly due to the permeability reduction, which is a consequence of reservoir stress-sensitivity. The rapid phase change in condensate gas reservoir and pressure decline significantly affect the recovery of condensate oil. Innovative development methods such as gravity drive through water and natural gas injection, and natural gas drive through top injection and bottom production for ultra-deep fault-controlled condensate gas reservoirs are proposed. By adopting the hierarchical geological modeling and the fluid-solid-thermal coupled numerical simulation, the accuracy of producing performance prediction in oil and gas reservoirs has been effectively improved.