Morita, Nobuo (Professor, Texas A&M University, USA)

Geomechanics of Sand Production and Sand Control Morita, Nobuo (Professor, Texas A&M University, USA)

Production engineers in oil and gas utilize sand production and sand control equipment in many completion methods, with a growing interest to expand these methods in wells for CO2 sequestration and geothermal, but knowledge on these methods is fragmented and lacks a bridge to support the energy transition. Geomechanics of Sand Production and Control delivers a convenient resource for both academia and professionals to gain understanding and results in sand production. Packed with rock mechanic fundamentals and field case studies, this reference offers knowledge in theoretical knowledge, field and laboratory data, and operational methodology.

Gaining knowledge on better sand control production improves environmental impact preventing corrosion of pipes, damage to the surface production facilities, and disposal of produced sands among others. Geomechanics of Sand Production and Control couples geomechanical and sanding evaluation models supported by field case studies, lab tests and modeling studies to explain the most environmentally supportive wellbore stability step-by-step methods. Authored by a very experienced professor, this reference helps engineers learn how to solve sand problems in various types of energy wells.