Petroleum Engineering: Advances and Prospects
A special issue of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417). This special issue belongs to the section "Energy Science and Technology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2026 | Viewed by 20
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The petroleum industry continues to evolve in response to global energy demands, technological advancements, and environmental considerations. This Special Issue aims to highlight the cutting-edge research and innovative developments shaping the future of hydrocarbon exploration, production, and sustainability.
With the growing complexity of reservoirs, including unconventional resources and deepwater fields, petroleum engineers are leveraging advanced techniques such as enhanced oil recovery (EOR), hydraulic fracturing optimization, and digital transformation through artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). Additionally, the integration of sustainable practices, such as carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS), underscores the industry’s commitment to reducing its environmental footprint.
This Special Issue will compile multidisciplinary contributions on reservoir characterization, drilling technologies, production optimization, and energy transition strategies. By addressing both technical challenges and economic viability, we aim to foster discussions on maximizing recovery efficiency while embracing cleaner energy solutions.
We invite researchers and industry experts to share their insights, ensuring that this collection serves as a valuable resource for advancing petroleum engineering in a dynamic energy landscape. Through collaborative innovation, the field can achieve both operational excellence and long-term sustainability.
Join us in exploring the latest breakthroughs and future directions in petroleum engineering.
Dr. Wan Cheng
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- petroleum engineering
- reservoir management
- EOR
- hydraulic fracturing
- geothermal
- sustainable energy
- CCUS
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