A Critical Review of Shale Gas Production Analysis and Forecast Methods

Journal Title: Saudi Journal of Engineering and Technology - Year 2018, Vol 3, Issue 5

Abstract

Abstract: This paper critically reviews methods applied in forecasting production of unconventional gas plays. The review focuses on methodologies suitable for shale gas plays, methodological ability to account for parameter and data uncertainty, as well as suitability for appraising undeveloped shale gas plays. The production analysis and forecast methods reviewed include empirical/decline curves, type curves and analytical/numerical methods applicable to unconventional gas production analysis and forecast. The review shows that most of the studies focus on developed shale gas plays, neither account for shale gas well reservoir heterogeneity nor account for below ground uncertainties-such as reservoir and source rock properties. This study concludes that significant research is needed to address the identified limitations of existing studies. Keywords: Shale Gas, Recoverable Resource, Decline Curves, Type Curves, Analytical Method.

Authors and Affiliations

Ukadike Nwaobi

Keywords

Related Articles

Effect of Waste Cement Dust as Mineral Filler on Marshall Properties of Hot Mix Asphalt

Abstract:Using cement dust in asphalt mixing can have many environmental advantages. Before widely adapting cement dust in asphalt paving, trial sections and adequate provisions should be provided. By pass cement dust is...

Prediction and Appraisal of solar radiations and its Intensity in South East Geopolitical Region, Nigeria

Abstract: This research work is shows the variability of solar parameters. The parameters that are solar radiation, sun intensity and temperature were optimized and predicted in other to investigate its influence in Perm...

Effect of Ferritic – Martensitic Constituent on Mechanical Property and Corrosion Behaviour of Medium Carbon Dual Phase (DP) Steel

Abstract:This investigation was carried out to study the effect ferritic-martensitic constituent on mechanical property and corrosion behaviour of medium carbon DP steel. Several stages of heat treatment were applied on...

Evaluation of Parshall flume efficiency for free flow condition open channel

Abstract: Parshall flume provides economical and flexible water measurement capabilities for a wide variety of open channel flow situations. The advantages of this structure include minimal head loss, low construction co...

Solar-powered LED Street Lighting System Case Study-American University of Sharjah, UAE

Abstract: This report describes an intelligent street lighting system with integrated solar energy resources and mobile application. Based on the rate of 0.45 fils/KW.hr (fils-UAE currency subdivision), it cost AUS (Ame...

Download PDF file
  • EP ID EP402272
  • DOI -
  • Views 142
  • Downloads 0

How To Cite

Ukadike Nwaobi (2018). A Critical Review of Shale Gas Production Analysis and Forecast Methods. Saudi Journal of Engineering and Technology, 3(5), 276-285. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-402272