Abstract
We have developed a coupled simulation approach, HYDRO-DDA, which calculates the fluid flow through, and geomechanical interactions within, a system of matrix blocks plus their bounding fractures. The flow and deformation behaviours of these simple, but realistic, systems do not agree with common “rules-of-thumb”. The upscaled properties of these systems can potentially be used within large-cell reservoir simulations, but some of our models show severe non-linearities and bifurcations, suggesting that coupled hydrogeomechanical upscaling requires due consideration of the context.
Original language | English |
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Pages | 1-8 |
Number of pages | 8 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Feb 2003 |
Event | SPE Reservoir Simulation Symposium 2003 - Houston, Texas, United States Duration: 3 Feb 2003 → 5 Feb 2003 |
Conference
Conference | SPE Reservoir Simulation Symposium 2003 |
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Country/Territory | United States |
City | Houston, Texas |
Period | 3/02/03 → 5/02/03 |