Review of original methods for reservoir simulation of oil and gas-oil fields based on CRM family models
https://doi.org/10.51890/2587-7399-2025-10-3-44-59
Abstract
Introduction and aim. In a situation where the structure of oil and gas reserves is becoming more complex, there is an increased need for prompt development management based on mathematical modeling and for reducing the uncertainty of modeling results. In this regard, the development of modeling methods based on the analytical physically meaningful CRM (Capacitance Resistance Model) material balance model is relevant. The purpose of this article is to provide an overview of the original methods based on the CRM model for solving the problems that arise during the development of oil and gas-oil deposits.
Materials and methods. The studies were conducted using actual and synthetic data. The developed methods are based on the analytical model of the CRM material balance and its modifications, and cover a wide range of practical tasks.
Results. The presented methods allow to solve the following tasks, namely: the separation of production and injection by reservoirs, modeling of the operation of wells of the sub-gas zone, mapping of reservoir pressure, forecasting of water cut, and accounting for geological and technological measures. Also given are methods that allow to increase the cost-effectiveness in solving optimization problems.
Conclusion. The developed methods are recommended for use in the development of oil and gas-oil deposits, including for solving operational tasks. CRM modeling, taking into account its functionality, can play a key role in the technology of multi-level modeling, which is aimed at improving the quality of decisions made in the development of fields.
About the Authors
Sergey V. Stepanov
LLC “Tyumen Petroleum Research Center”
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Sergey V. Stepanov — Dr. Sci. (Tech.), Senior expert
42, M. Gorkogo str., 625048, Tyumen
Aleksandr A. Ruchkin
LLC “Tyumen Petroleum Research Center”
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Aleksander A. Ruchkin — Cand. Sci. (Tech.), Senior expert
Tyumen
Aleksandr D. Bekman
LLC “Tyumen Petroleum Research Center”
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Aleksander D. Bekman — Cand. Sci. (Phys.-Math.), Senior project engineer
Tyumen
Nikita O. Shevtsov
LLC “Tyumen Petroleum Research Center”
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Nikita O. Shevtsov — Senior specialist
Tyumen
Dmitry V. Zelenin
LLC “Tyumen Petroleum Research Center”
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
Dmitry V. Zelenin — Manager
Tyumen
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Stepanov S.V., Ruchkin A.A., Bekman A.D., Shevtsov N.O., Zelenin D.V. Review of original methods for reservoir simulation of oil and gas-oil fields based on CRM family models. PROneft. Professionally about Oil. 2025;10(3):44-59. (In Russ.) https://doi.org/10.51890/2587-7399-2025-10-3-44-59
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