Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering: 2nd Edition
A special issue of Energies (ISSN 1996-1073). This special issue belongs to the section "H: Geo-Energy".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 10 February 2026 | Viewed by 1032
Special Issue Editors
Interests: oil and gas engineering oilfield surface engineering chemistry; natural gas transportation; harmless treatment technology for oil and gas field waste; drilling fluid and completion fluid
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Interests: petroleum engineering; reservoir physics; rock mechanics
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue aims to highlight recent advancements and innovations in the field of petroleum and natural gas engineering, with a particular focus on hydraulic fracturing and enhanced oil recovery (EOR) techniques. These methods are crucial for optimizing extraction processes and improving overall production efficiency. We also seek to address the latest developments in drilling technologies, which play a supporting role in the exploration and extraction of petroleum and natural gas resources.
Topics of interest include the following:
- Innovations in hydraulic fracturing fluids and proppants;
- Modeling and simulation of fracture propagation;
- Environmental impacts and mitigation strategies of hydraulic fracturing;
- Real-time monitoring and adaptive fracturing techniques;
- Chemical, thermal, and gas injection EOR methods;
- Case studies of successful EOR implementations;
- Integration of EOR with reservoir management;
- Advances in drilling technologies and equipment;
- Drilling optimization and cost reduction strategies;
- Wellbore stability and control;
- New materials and techniques for drilling in challenging environments.
We welcome submissions of original research papers, review articles, and case studies that contribute to the understanding and advancement of these critical areas within petroleum and natural gas engineering. This Special Issue aims to compile a comprehensive collection of cutting-edge research that will serve as a valuable resource for researchers, engineers, and practitioners in the field.
Dr. Jiaxue Li
Dr. Pengfei Zhao
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- hydraulic fracturing
- enhanced oil recovery (EOR)
- drilling technologies
- reservoir management
- environmental impact
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