Geomechanics in recent decades has become an important consideration in the petroleum industry. From extended horizontal drilling with multi-lateral junctions in fields that are tectonic and fractured, to severely depleted reservoirs with compaction and altered rock permeability, analysis from a geomechanical perspective provides solutions to such problems that could adversely impact hydrocarbon recovery as well as the environment.
At MetaRock Laboratories, we specialize in geomechanical analysis via computer modeling and numerical simulations. Our modeling capabilities support the analysis of wellbore stability problems and rock integrity problems of multi-lateral wellbore systems. With relevant reservoir data, our geomechanical models can also simulate reservoir conditions to study compaction, surface heave, subsidence and seal integrity.