Jorge Alberto Rangel-Arista, Sadiq J. Zarrouk, Eylem Kaya
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Abstract
When drilling a geothermal well, obtaining real-time measurements of the static formation temperature is impractical due to the cooling effect of drilling fluids on the surrounding rock, which masks the actual reservoir temperatures. To overcome this, the site engineers undertake a static formation temperature test (SFTT) to ascertain the stable reservoir temperature. The present work reviews existing methods for analysing data using five different temperature sets sourced from published literature. Based on our analysis, we provide recommendations on the application of the various analytical techniques. We recommend utilising the spherical method when using bottom-hole data, whilst, for any other depth, we recommend one of the cylindrical methods. These recommendations aim to enhance the accuracy and reliability of SFTT assessments during geothermal well drilling operations.
期刊介绍:
Geothermics is an international journal devoted to the research and development of geothermal energy. The International Board of Editors of Geothermics, which comprises specialists in the various aspects of geothermal resources, exploration and development, guarantees the balanced, comprehensive view of scientific and technological developments in this promising energy field.
It promulgates the state of the art and science of geothermal energy, its exploration and exploitation through a regular exchange of information from all parts of the world. The journal publishes articles dealing with the theory, exploration techniques and all aspects of the utilization of geothermal resources. Geothermics serves as the scientific house, or exchange medium, through which the growing community of geothermal specialists can provide and receive information.