This paper summarizes the results of the modeling studies to determine the production performance of multiply fractured horizontal well completed in tight sand or Shale formations. A commercial reservoir simulator was utilized to model both single and a dual porosity reservoir with multiple layers. The results were utilized to investigate the flow regimes for horizontal wells with one or multi-stages of hydraulic fracturing stimulation. The impact of reservoir and fracture parameters on the flow regimes and the production performance was also investigated.

Keywords:
light-foot boston, reservoir, hydraulic fracture, horizontal lateral, contribution, drillstem testing, production performance, ultra low permeability formation, horizontal well, hydraulic fracturing
Subjects:
Hydraulic Fracturing, Formation Evaluation & Management, Drillstem/well testing
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