... Abstract By substituting net pressure values for the fluid mechanics of typical fracture growth calculations, numerical models for calculating fracture growth from these pressures, using any of three popular fracture width equations, have been developed. One model uses expected net pressure...

... zones, such as gas cap, water-bearing or nonproductive zones, and to promote maximum fracture extension within the producing interval. Results of field evaluations indicate that the new treatment technique is successful. It offers a unique solution to preventing upward fracture growth...