by Alireza Bahadori (Contributor), Alireza Bahadori (Contributor), Sohrab Zendehboudi (Author)
Shale Oil and Gas Handbook: Theory, Technologies, and Challenges provides users with information on how shale oil and gas exploration has revolutionized today's energy industry. As activity has boomed and job growth continues to increase, training in this area for new and experienced engineers is essential. This book provides comprehensive information on both the engineering design and research aspects of this emerging industry. Covering the full spectrum of basic definitions, characteristics, drilling techniques, and processing and extraction technologies, the book is a great starting point to educate oil and gas personnel on today's shale industry. Critical topics covered include characterization of shale gas, theory and methods, typical costs, and obstacles for exploration and drilling, R&D and technology development in shale production, EOR methods in shale oil reservoirs, and the current status and impending challenges for shale oil and gas, including the inevitable future prospects relating to worldwide development.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 426
Publisher: Gulf Professional Publishing
Published: 01 Aug 2015
ISBN 10: 0128021004
ISBN 13: 9780128021002
Book Overview: This book presents advances in the shale oil and gas industry, along with the current and forward-thinking effects these advances have on existing markets