A new method of nonintrusive fracturing process monitoring in real time has been developed. The method is a combination of advanced signal processing algorithms and a tube wave velocity model based on Bayesian statistics and, thus, does not require complex hardware. This enables cost-effective and timely decisions at the wellsite. The technique was validated in the field in several fracturing and refracturing jobs.

Keywords:
real time system, Completion Installation and Operations, Upstream Oil & Gas, hydraulic fracturing, information, Efficiency, fluid entry point determination, tracer, quefrency, water hammer
Subjects:
Hydraulic Fracturing, Reservoir Characterization, Perforating, Seismic processing and interpretation, Completion Installation and Operations, Completion Operations
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