Gel Placement in Production Wells
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Straightforward applications of fractional-flow theory and material-balance calculations demonstrate that, if zones are not isolated during gel placement in production wells, gelant can penetrate significantly into all open zones, not just those with high water saturations. Unless oil saturations in the oil-productive zones are extremely high, oil productivity will be damaged even if the gel reduces water permeability without affecting oil permeability. Also, in field applications, capillary pressure will not prevent gelant penetration into oil-productive zones. An explanation is provided for the occurrence of successful applications of gels in fractured wells produced by bottomwater drive. With the right properties, gels could significantly increase the critical rate for water influx in fractured wells.
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