Optimizing Reservoir Permeability to Hydrocarbons with Micro-solution Technologies

The focus of this paper is to discuss the importance of controlling multiple phase interfacial tension between all solids, liquids and gas phases associated with the drilling, completion and maintenance of wells. Particular emphasis will be placed on mature reservoirs, low pressure reservoirs, under saturated reservoirs, low perm reservoirs and their relative hydrocarbon production potential sensitivities associated with the interactions between the fluids and chemicals introduced during the various phases of the life of the well. Supporting laboratory studies and field case histories will be included.