The Tarim Basin has revealed numerous tight sandstone oil and gas reservoirs.The tidal fl at zone in the Shunbei area is currently in the detailed exploration stage,requiring a comprehensive description of the sand bo...The Tarim Basin has revealed numerous tight sandstone oil and gas reservoirs.The tidal fl at zone in the Shunbei area is currently in the detailed exploration stage,requiring a comprehensive description of the sand body distribution characteristics for rational exploration well deployment.However,using a single method for sand body prediction has yielded poor results.Seismic facies analysis can eff ectively predict the macro-development characteristics of sedimentary sand bodies but lacks the resolution to capture fine details.In contrast,single-well sedimentary facies analysis can describe detailed sand body development but struggles to reveal broader trends.Therefore,this study proposes a method that combines seismic facies analysis with single-well sedimentary microfacies analysis,using the lower section of the Kepingtage Formation in the Shunbei area as a case study.First,seismic facies were obtained through unsupervised vector quantization to control the macro-distribution characteristics of sand bodies,while principal component analysis(PCA)was applied to improve the depiction of fine sand body details from seismic attributes.Based on 3D seismic data,well-logging data,and geological interpretation results,a detailed structural interpretation was performed to establish a high-precision stratigraphic framework,thereby enhancing the accuracy of sand body prediction.Seismic facies analysis was then conducted to obtain the macro-distribution characteristics of the sand bodies.Subsequently,core data and logging curves from individual wells were used to clarify the vertical development characteristics of tidal channels and sandbars.Next,PCA was employed to select the seismic attributes most sensitive to sand bodies in diff erent sedimentary facies.Results indicate that RMS amplitude in the subtidal zone and instantaneous phase in the intertidal zone are the most sensitive to sand bodies.A comparative analysis of individual seismic attributes for sand body characterization revealed that facies-based delineation improved the accuracy of sand body identification,eff ectively capturing their contours and shapes.This method,which integrates seismic facies,single-well sedimentary microfacies,and machine learning techniques,enhances the precision of sand body characterization and off ers a novel approach to sand body prediction.展开更多
Deep carbonate reservoirs affected by prominent strike-slip faults represent crucial targets in oil and gas exploration owing to their immense resource potential.However,the complex geological environments and poorly ...Deep carbonate reservoirs affected by prominent strike-slip faults represent crucial targets in oil and gas exploration owing to their immense resource potential.However,the complex geological environments and poorly understood histories of the associated paleo-fluid activity have hindered the development of robust theories regarding pore formation and preservation mechanisms,resulting in suboptimal exploration strategies.Leveraging the extensive well deployment by the China Sinopec Group in the Shunbei area of the Tarim Basin,this study addresses these challenges by establishing a comprehensive framework for the evolution of diagenetic fluids within the Middle-Lower Ordovician carbonate formations.Using core samples,thin-section analysis,and cathodoluminescence observations,this study employs high-resolution geochemical methodologies,including isotopic analyses,rare earth element profiling,fluid inclusion studies,and uranium-lead dating,as primary tools for identifying and interpreting paleo-fluid characteristics across various rock types and calcite cement varieties within this stratigraphic interval.The findings reveal several key insights:(i)both RFC and C1 cements are derived from seawater,with C1 forming under burial conditions;(ii)C2,C3,and VC cements result from distinct tectonic events,specifically during the first and third episodes of the Middle Caledonian movement,with meteoric water infiltrating fault systems independently of orogenic belts or paleo-karst systems;and(iii)previous conclusions are challenged,as the influence of hydrothermal activity in this area is found to be minimal.Furthermore,the model presented here serves as a valuable reference for understanding fluid activity events at distal locations within orogenic belts under compressive stress,while accurately capturing fluid variations over different temporal scales within fault zones plays a decisive role.展开更多
0 INTRODUCTION Gas injection refers to the natural gas charging into pre-existing oil reservoirs,which often leads to notable changes in gas-oil ratio(GOR),oil density,and phase states,depending on the pressure-temper...0 INTRODUCTION Gas injection refers to the natural gas charging into pre-existing oil reservoirs,which often leads to notable changes in gas-oil ratio(GOR),oil density,and phase states,depending on the pressure-temperature condition of the reservoirs(Meulbroek et al.,1998;Blanc and Connan,1994;Evans et al.,1971).展开更多
In this review on the exploration and development process of the Shunbei ultra-deep carbonate oil and gas field in the Tarim Basin, the progress of exploration and development technologies during the National 13th Fiv...In this review on the exploration and development process of the Shunbei ultra-deep carbonate oil and gas field in the Tarim Basin, the progress of exploration and development technologies during the National 13th Five-Year Plan of China has been summarized systematically, giving important guidance for the exploration and development of ultra-deep marine carbonate reservoirs in China and abroad. Through analyzing the primary geological factors of “hydrocarbon generation-reservoir formation-hydrocarbon accumulation” of ancient and superposed basin comprehensively and dynamically, we point out that because the Lower Cambrian Yuertusi Formation high-quality source rocks have been located in a low-temperature environment for a long time, they were capable of generating hydrocarbon continuously in late stage, providing ideal geological conditions for massive liquid hydrocarbon accumulation in ultra-deep layers. In addition, strike-slip faults developed in tectonically stable areas have strong control on reservoir formation and hydrocarbon accumulation in this region. With these understandings, the exploration focus shifted from the two paleo-uplifts located in the north and the south to the Shuntuoguole lower uplift located in between and achieved major hydrocarbon discoveries. Through continuing improvement of seismic exploration technologies for ultra-deep carbonates in desert, integrated technologies including seismic acquisition in ultra-deep carbonates,seismic imaging of strike-slip faults and the associated cavity-fracture systems, detailed structural interpretation of strike-slip faults, characterization and quantitative description of fault-controlled cavities and fractures, description of fault-controlled traps and target optimization have been established. Geology-engineering integration including well trajectory optimization,high efficiency drilling, completion and reservoir reformation technologies has provided important support for exploration and development of the Shunbei oil and gas field.展开更多
Vertical differential structural deformation(VDSD),one of the most significant structural characteristics of strike-slip fault zones(SSFZs)in the Shunbei area,is crucial for understanding deformation in the SSFZ and i...Vertical differential structural deformation(VDSD),one of the most significant structural characteristics of strike-slip fault zones(SSFZs)in the Shunbei area,is crucial for understanding deformation in the SSFZ and its hydrocarbon accumulation significance.Based on drilling data and high-precision 3-D seismic data,we analyzed the geometric and kinematic characteristics of the SSFZs in the Shunbei area.Coupled with the stratification of the rock mechanism,the structural deformations of these SSFZs in different formations were differentiated and divided into four deformation layers.According to comprehensive structural interpretations and comparisons,three integrated 3-D structural models could describe the VDSD of these SSFZs.The time-space coupling of the material basis(rock mechanism stratification),changing dynamic conditions(e.g.,changing stress-strain states),and special deformation mechanism of the en echelon normal fault array uniformly controlled the formation of the VDSD in the SSFZs of the Shunbei area.The VDSD of the SSFZs in this area controlled the entire hydrocarbon accumulation process.Multi-stage structural superimposing deformation influenced the hydrocarbon migration,accumulation,distribution,preservation,and secondary adjustments.展开更多
基金Collaborative Project Grant from the Exploration and Development Research Institute of SINOPEC Northwest Oilfi eld Company(Grant No.KY2021-S-104).
文摘The Tarim Basin has revealed numerous tight sandstone oil and gas reservoirs.The tidal fl at zone in the Shunbei area is currently in the detailed exploration stage,requiring a comprehensive description of the sand body distribution characteristics for rational exploration well deployment.However,using a single method for sand body prediction has yielded poor results.Seismic facies analysis can eff ectively predict the macro-development characteristics of sedimentary sand bodies but lacks the resolution to capture fine details.In contrast,single-well sedimentary facies analysis can describe detailed sand body development but struggles to reveal broader trends.Therefore,this study proposes a method that combines seismic facies analysis with single-well sedimentary microfacies analysis,using the lower section of the Kepingtage Formation in the Shunbei area as a case study.First,seismic facies were obtained through unsupervised vector quantization to control the macro-distribution characteristics of sand bodies,while principal component analysis(PCA)was applied to improve the depiction of fine sand body details from seismic attributes.Based on 3D seismic data,well-logging data,and geological interpretation results,a detailed structural interpretation was performed to establish a high-precision stratigraphic framework,thereby enhancing the accuracy of sand body prediction.Seismic facies analysis was then conducted to obtain the macro-distribution characteristics of the sand bodies.Subsequently,core data and logging curves from individual wells were used to clarify the vertical development characteristics of tidal channels and sandbars.Next,PCA was employed to select the seismic attributes most sensitive to sand bodies in diff erent sedimentary facies.Results indicate that RMS amplitude in the subtidal zone and instantaneous phase in the intertidal zone are the most sensitive to sand bodies.A comparative analysis of individual seismic attributes for sand body characterization revealed that facies-based delineation improved the accuracy of sand body identification,eff ectively capturing their contours and shapes.This method,which integrates seismic facies,single-well sedimentary microfacies,and machine learning techniques,enhances the precision of sand body characterization and off ers a novel approach to sand body prediction.
基金supported by the National Natural ScienceFoundation of China(42102191)。
文摘Deep carbonate reservoirs affected by prominent strike-slip faults represent crucial targets in oil and gas exploration owing to their immense resource potential.However,the complex geological environments and poorly understood histories of the associated paleo-fluid activity have hindered the development of robust theories regarding pore formation and preservation mechanisms,resulting in suboptimal exploration strategies.Leveraging the extensive well deployment by the China Sinopec Group in the Shunbei area of the Tarim Basin,this study addresses these challenges by establishing a comprehensive framework for the evolution of diagenetic fluids within the Middle-Lower Ordovician carbonate formations.Using core samples,thin-section analysis,and cathodoluminescence observations,this study employs high-resolution geochemical methodologies,including isotopic analyses,rare earth element profiling,fluid inclusion studies,and uranium-lead dating,as primary tools for identifying and interpreting paleo-fluid characteristics across various rock types and calcite cement varieties within this stratigraphic interval.The findings reveal several key insights:(i)both RFC and C1 cements are derived from seawater,with C1 forming under burial conditions;(ii)C2,C3,and VC cements result from distinct tectonic events,specifically during the first and third episodes of the Middle Caledonian movement,with meteoric water infiltrating fault systems independently of orogenic belts or paleo-karst systems;and(iii)previous conclusions are challenged,as the influence of hydrothermal activity in this area is found to be minimal.Furthermore,the model presented here serves as a valuable reference for understanding fluid activity events at distal locations within orogenic belts under compressive stress,while accurately capturing fluid variations over different temporal scales within fault zones plays a decisive role.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC)(No.42272169)the efficient exploration and development technologies and integrated demonstration project for deep and ultra-deep carbonate oil and gas reservoirs in the Tarim Basin(No.2025ZD1402301)+1 种基金the Integrated Project of the Joint Fund for Enterprise Innovation and Development of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.U24B6001)the Bureau-Level Scientific Research Project of Northwest Oilfield Company(No.KJ202501).
文摘0 INTRODUCTION Gas injection refers to the natural gas charging into pre-existing oil reservoirs,which often leads to notable changes in gas-oil ratio(GOR),oil density,and phase states,depending on the pressure-temperature condition of the reservoirs(Meulbroek et al.,1998;Blanc and Connan,1994;Evans et al.,1971).
基金Supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China Enterprise Innovation and Development Joint Fund Project(U19B6003)。
文摘In this review on the exploration and development process of the Shunbei ultra-deep carbonate oil and gas field in the Tarim Basin, the progress of exploration and development technologies during the National 13th Five-Year Plan of China has been summarized systematically, giving important guidance for the exploration and development of ultra-deep marine carbonate reservoirs in China and abroad. Through analyzing the primary geological factors of “hydrocarbon generation-reservoir formation-hydrocarbon accumulation” of ancient and superposed basin comprehensively and dynamically, we point out that because the Lower Cambrian Yuertusi Formation high-quality source rocks have been located in a low-temperature environment for a long time, they were capable of generating hydrocarbon continuously in late stage, providing ideal geological conditions for massive liquid hydrocarbon accumulation in ultra-deep layers. In addition, strike-slip faults developed in tectonically stable areas have strong control on reservoir formation and hydrocarbon accumulation in this region. With these understandings, the exploration focus shifted from the two paleo-uplifts located in the north and the south to the Shuntuoguole lower uplift located in between and achieved major hydrocarbon discoveries. Through continuing improvement of seismic exploration technologies for ultra-deep carbonates in desert, integrated technologies including seismic acquisition in ultra-deep carbonates,seismic imaging of strike-slip faults and the associated cavity-fracture systems, detailed structural interpretation of strike-slip faults, characterization and quantitative description of fault-controlled cavities and fractures, description of fault-controlled traps and target optimization have been established. Geology-engineering integration including well trajectory optimization,high efficiency drilling, completion and reservoir reformation technologies has provided important support for exploration and development of the Shunbei oil and gas field.
基金financially supported by the China Petroleum&Chemical Corporation(SINOPEC)(Grant No.P18047-2)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.U19B6003-01)the National Key Research and Development Program of China(Grant No.2017YFC0601405)。
文摘Vertical differential structural deformation(VDSD),one of the most significant structural characteristics of strike-slip fault zones(SSFZs)in the Shunbei area,is crucial for understanding deformation in the SSFZ and its hydrocarbon accumulation significance.Based on drilling data and high-precision 3-D seismic data,we analyzed the geometric and kinematic characteristics of the SSFZs in the Shunbei area.Coupled with the stratification of the rock mechanism,the structural deformations of these SSFZs in different formations were differentiated and divided into four deformation layers.According to comprehensive structural interpretations and comparisons,three integrated 3-D structural models could describe the VDSD of these SSFZs.The time-space coupling of the material basis(rock mechanism stratification),changing dynamic conditions(e.g.,changing stress-strain states),and special deformation mechanism of the en echelon normal fault array uniformly controlled the formation of the VDSD in the SSFZs of the Shunbei area.The VDSD of the SSFZs in this area controlled the entire hydrocarbon accumulation process.Multi-stage structural superimposing deformation influenced the hydrocarbon migration,accumulation,distribution,preservation,and secondary adjustments.
