The Current Status and Development Trend of Water Control Technology for Horizontal Wells

Du Weigang

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The Current Status and Development Trend of Water Control Technology for Horizontal Wells

Du Weigang^*

Published in International Journal of Energy and Environmental Science (Volume 9, Issue 3)

Received: 28 June 2024 Accepted: 25 July 2024 Published: 20 August 2024

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Abstract

In the advancement of bottom water reservoir development, water breakthrough poses a significant challenge to the productivity of oil and gas wells, underscoring the paramount importance of effective water control strategies. Given the intricate nature of the factors leading to reservoir water breakthrough, a one-size-fits-all approach to water management is non-existent. Rather, tailored water control techniques are necessary to address the diverse causes of this phenomenon. This paper delves into the evolution and application of water control technologies, particularly focusing on the prevalent horizontal well water control methodologies. Horizontal well variable density water control, segmented water control, double horizontal well oil recovery water control, along with advanced solutions such as ICD (Inflow Control Device), ICV (Inflow Control Valve), AICD (Autonomous Inflow Control Device), and AICV (Autonomous Inflow Control Valve) water control systems are comprehensively introduced. Furthermore, center-controlled, mechanical plugging, and chemical plugging water control technologies are also examined in depth, accompanied by a thorough analysis of their respective strengths, limitations, and adaptability to various scenarios. By keeping abreast of both domestic and international trends in horizontal well water control, the future trajectory of this field is forecasted. Emerging as key technologies are novel composite water control systems, dual-purpose water control and sand prevention techniques, and intelligent water control solutions. These advancements promise to revolutionize the management of water breakthrough in bottom water reservoirs, enhancing oil and gas recovery efficiency and sustainability.

Published in	International Journal of Energy and Environmental Science (Volume 9, Issue 3)
DOI	10.11648/j.ijees.20240903.12
Page(s)	59-65
Creative Commons	This is an Open Access article, distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/), which permits unrestricted use, distribution and reproduction in any medium or format, provided the original work is properly cited.
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Horizontal Well, Water Control Technology, Bottom Water, Sand Control, Development

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AB  - In the advancement of bottom water reservoir development, water breakthrough poses a significant challenge to the productivity of oil and gas wells, underscoring the paramount importance of effective water control strategies. Given the intricate nature of the factors leading to reservoir water breakthrough, a one-size-fits-all approach to water management is non-existent. Rather, tailored water control techniques are necessary to address the diverse causes of this phenomenon. This paper delves into the evolution and application of water control technologies, particularly focusing on the prevalent horizontal well water control methodologies. Horizontal well variable density water control, segmented water control, double horizontal well oil recovery water control, along with advanced solutions such as ICD (Inflow Control Device), ICV (Inflow Control Valve), AICD (Autonomous Inflow Control Device), and AICV (Autonomous Inflow Control Valve) water control systems are comprehensively introduced. Furthermore, center-controlled, mechanical plugging, and chemical plugging water control technologies are also examined in depth, accompanied by a thorough analysis of their respective strengths, limitations, and adaptability to various scenarios. By keeping abreast of both domestic and international trends in horizontal well water control, the future trajectory of this field is forecasted. Emerging as key technologies are novel composite water control systems, dual-purpose water control and sand prevention techniques, and intelligent water control solutions. These advancements promise to revolutionize the management of water breakthrough in bottom water reservoirs, enhancing oil and gas recovery efficiency and sustainability.

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