Computational Methods for Multiphase Flows in Porous Media (Computational Science and Engineering) [Paperback]

Zhangxin Chen (Author), Guanren Huan (Author), Yuanle Ma (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 30, 2006 | ISBN-10: 0898716063 | ISBN-13: 978-0898716061

This book offers a fundamental and practical introduction to the use of computational methods, particularly finite element methods, in the simulation of fluid flows in porous media. It is the first book to cover a wide variety of flows, including single-phase, two-phase, black oil, volatile, compositional, nonisothermal, and chemical compositional flows in both ordinary porous and fractured porous media. In addition, a range of computational methods are used, and benchmark problems of nine comparative solution projects organized by the Society of Petroleum Engineers are presented for the first time in book form. Computational Methods for Multiphase Flows in Porous Media reviews multiphase flow equations and computational methods to introduce basic terminologies and notation. A thorough discussion of practical aspects of the subject is presented in a consistent manner, and the level of treatment is rigorous without being unnecessarily abstract. Each chapter ends with bibliographic information and exercises. This book can be used as a textbook for graduate or advanced undergraduate students in geology, petroleum engineering, and applied mathematics, and as a reference book for professionals in these fields, as well as scientists working in the area of petroleum reservoir simulation. It can also be used as a handbook for employees in the oil industry who need a basic understanding of modeling and computational method concepts and by researchers in hydrology, environmental remediation, and some areas of biological tissue modeling. Calculus, physics, and some acquaintance with partial differential equations and simple matrix algebra are necessary prerequisites. List of Figures; List of Tables; Preface; Chapter 1: Introduction; Chapter 2: Flow and Transport Equations; Chapter 3: Rock and Fluid Properties; Chapter 4: Numerical Methods; Chapter 5: Solution of Linear Systems; Chapter 6: Single Phase Flow; Chapter 7: Two-Phase Flow; Chapter 8: The Black Oil Model; Chapter 9: The Compositional Model; Chapter 10: Nonisothermal Flow; Chapter 11: Chemical Flooding; Chapter 12: Flows in Fractured Porous Media; Chapter 13: Welling Modeling; Chapter 14: Special Topics; Chapter 15: Nomenclature; Chapter 16: Units; Bibliography; Index.

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‘This book is quite complete and self-contained. It is up-to-date and covers a wide range of topics, all of which are pertinent. The presentation seems accessible to beginners, and yet it also has enough advanced material to be of interest to experts.’ Todd Arbogast, Professor, Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences, University of Texas, Austin

‘This is a well-structured book covering a field that, as far as I am aware, has not already been dealt with. It will be an excellent supplement to existing books.’ Rainer Helmig, Professor, Institute of Hydraulic Engineering, University of Stuttgart, Germany

Book Description

This book offers a fundamental and practical introduction to the use of computational methods. A thorough discussion of practical aspects of the subject is presented in a consistent manner, and the level of treatment is rigorous without being unnecessarily abstract. Each chapter ends with bibliographic information and exercises.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 531 pages
• Publisher: Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematic (March 30, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0898716063
• ISBN-13: 978-0898716061
• Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 7.1 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 1.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
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1.0 out of 5 stars Not worth the price, March 18, 2011

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This review is from: Computational Methods for Multiphase Flows in Porous Media (Computational Science and Engineering) (Paperback)

I was very keen on the title, and I was expecting a book which goes deeper in the models discussion and their derivation specially when it comes to the chemical EOR part, but I realise now that it is just a bad copy (yes copy, some sentences even contains the bad original English) of some poorly written references. I even do not really understand why this has been accepted for publication. If I could ask for my money back I would do. This book simply does not bring anything new or better than other resources freely available on the net. Reviewers, please help in the future for not allowing this type publication, as I am not sure they are worth the paper. You understand that I am NOT recommending this book.