Recent developments in numerical simulation techniques of thermal recovery processes

M. Tamim, J. H. Abou-Kassem, S. M. Farouq Ali

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Abstract

Numerical simulation of thermal processes (steam flooding, steam stimulation, SAGD, in-situ combustion, electrical heating, etc.) is an integral part of a thermal project design. The general tendency in the last 10 years has been to use commercial simulators. During the last decade, only a few new models have been reported in the literature. More work has been done to modify and refine solutions to existing problems to improve the efficiency of simulators. The paper discusses some of the recent developments in simulation techniques of thermal processes such as grid refinement, grid orientation, effect of temperature on relative permeability, mathematical models, and solution methods. The various aspects of simulation discussed here promote better understanding of the problems encountered in the simulation of thermal processes and will be of value to both simulator users and developers. (C) 2000 Elsevier Science B.V. All rights reserved.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)283-289
Number of pages7
JournalJournal of Petroleum Science and Engineering
Volume26
Issue number1-4
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - May 2000

Keywords

  • Developments
  • Modeling
  • Reservoir simulation
  • Thermal recovery

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Fuel Technology
  • Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology

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