Analysis of the novel Toe-To-Heel Air Injection (THAI) process using simple analytical models
Document Type
Conference Proceeding
Publication Date
12-1-2004
Abstract
The discrepancy between numerical simulation and field derived correlations to determine the best design method for the In-situ combustion processes was investigated. This became necessary to facilitate their application to newer novel Toe-To-Heel Air Injection (THAI) process. A 50×17×7 pilot scale using Wolf Lake heavy oil reservoir data, stoichiometry and reactions was constructed to simulate the THAI process. The Nelson-McNeil model was found to be the best initial prediction tool for field performance of THAI process. Nelson McNeil procedure may be used to quickly compute expected production performance for an ISC project with characteristics similar to those of Wolf Lake.
Publication Source (Journal or Book title)
AIChE Annual Meeting, Conference Proceedings
First Page
3779
Last Page
3800
Recommended Citation
Kulkarni, M., & Rao, D. (2004). Analysis of the novel Toe-To-Heel Air Injection (THAI) process using simple analytical models. AIChE Annual Meeting, Conference Proceedings, 3779-3800. Retrieved from https://repository.lsu.edu/petroleum_engineering_pubs/548