Screening Models
Description:
Due to a perception of high investment risks associated with EOR, the associated decision-making workflows demand screening procedures, simulation exercises and detailed economic evaluations. Sensible screening procedures are necessary to guide decision-making exercises. The model under development at the EORI incorporates a screening procedure for chemical EOR methods based on a fuzzy-logic algorithm. This is viewed as an improvement of go-no go criteria based on look-up table methods, because the developed method yields indicators to rank and potential of different EOR strategies.
Benefits to producers:
Use of the screening model represents the first step in a process of risk reduction associated with deciding whether or not to proceed with an EOR project. By using the screening model an operator is able to judge quickly and efficiently the general suitability of an EOR method in any field-reservoir combination.
EORI activities:
The EORI is in the process of developing the software for the tool. The database on which the software runs is complete and is in the final stages of data-cleaning and validation. Some screening and scoping analyses have already taken place. The fuzzy logic algorithms are complete and the parameter criteria are being developed.
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EORI
University of Wyoming
1000 E. University Ave.
Department 4068
Laramie, WY 82071
(307)766-2791
