Hydraulic Fracturing Experiment, Simulation, and Optimization

Dear Colleagues, 

The concept of integrated geological engineering has gained widespread acceptance in various oilfields. Hydraulic fracturing technology, as a key method for improving oil and gas extraction efficiency, has played a pivotal role in recent developments relating to energy. However, the effectiveness of hydraulic fracturing is often influenced by complex geological conditions and the behavior of fracture propagation. Therefore, based on the integrated geological engineering concept, combining geological engineering with hydraulic fracturing technology to study fracture optimization strategies can effectively enhance fracturing effectiveness, reduce construction risks, and promote the sustainable extraction of oil and gas resources.

In addition to the technical advancements, the environmental and economic implications of hydraulic fracturing methods must be carefully evaluated. The adoption of innovative modeling techniques must consider their feasibility in real-world applications, taking into account both the long-term environmental impacts and economic viability. As such, this Special Issue aims to explore the latest developments in integrated modeling and optimization, with an emphasis on real-world applications, computational tools, and methodologies that can lead to more sustainable, economically viable, and efficient hydraulic fracturing operations.

This Special Issue, entitled “Hydraulic Fracturing Experiment, Simulation, and Optimization”, seeks high quality works focusing on the latest research findings in relation to geological engineering integration and fracture optimization in reservoir modification.

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Integrated geomechanical modeling and fracture propagation simulations;
• Integrated approaches to geomechanics and fracturing optimization;
• Innovative reservoir modeling and optimization techniques;
• Multi-physics simulations for fracture design and optimization;
• Machine learning and data integration in fracturing optimization;
• Fracture–reservoir interaction modeling for effective field development.

Thank you and I hope you consider contributing to this Special Issue.

Dr. Bo Wang
Dr. Jie Wang
Dr. Shiqian Xu
Guest Editors

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• fracturing optimization
• geology–engineering integration
• optimization of construction parameters
• fracturing design
• reservoir reconstruction
• production optimization
• integrated geological modeling