Affiliation:
1. King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
2. BP
Abstract
Abstract
Hydraulic fracturing is performed to enhance production in reservoirs with low permeability. It's an effective technique but there are still several uncertainties associated in its implementation. One of the uncertainties is the dependence of breakdown pressure on the type of fracturing fluid used. The objective of this paper is to perform an experimental study to determine the role of fracturing fluid on the breakdown pressure of tight sandstone rocks.
The dimensions of the samples are 2 in. (diameter) by 2 in. (length). A hole of 0.25-in. in diameter and 0.75-in. length is drilled on one face of each core through which the fracturing fluid is pumped. A strong power relation between the viscosity of the fracturing fluid and breakdown pressure was seen. As the viscosity increased, the breakdown pressure increased significantly. Computed Tomography (CT) scan showed that the direction of fracture is along the bedding plane. As the viscosity increased, the fracture width and height increased. For most tests, the fractures created were bi-wing fractures. Some single wing fractures were created due to deformities in the borehole.
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