... Abstract In this study, conceptual numerical simulation models, with geomechanical properties incorporated, were employed to assess whether polymer flooding or a surfactant EOR process could be viable; with minimal damage to permafrost. These simulations considered the geological subdivisions...

...], where silica is always the primary constituent. Relatively high clay content, upwards of 34 wt. %, in this study is not observed to negatively impact mechanical behavior. Porosity and TOC are highest in the Wolfcamp A and lowest in the lower Wolfcamp B subdivision, a trend observed beyond core control...