A5051278160- Geological formations and processes
- Geological and Geophysical Studies Worldwide
- Paleontology and Stratigraphy of Fossils
- Hydrocarbon exploration and reservoir analysis
- Geology and Paleoclimatology Research
- Geological and Geophysical Studies
- Geological and Geochemical Analysis
- earthquake and tectonic studies
- Geological and Tectonic Studies in Latin America
- Methane Hydrates and Related Phenomena
- Hydraulic Fracturing and Reservoir Analysis
- Reservoir Engineering and Simulation Methods
- Geological Studies and Exploration
- Geological Modeling and Analysis
- Remote Sensing and LiDAR Applications
- Geochemistry and Elemental Analysis
- Hydrology and Sediment Transport Processes
- Paleontology and Evolutionary Biology
- Geochemistry and Geologic Mapping
- Seismic Imaging and Inversion Techniques
- Ichthyology and Marine Biology
- Soil erosion and sediment transport
- Enhanced Oil Recovery Techniques
- Mediterranean and Iberian flora and fauna
- 3D Surveying and Cultural Heritage
University of Manchester
2015-2024
ConocoPhillips (United States)
2007
University of St Andrews
2007
Imperial College London
2007
University of Bristol
2007
University of London
2007
Repsol (Spain)
2007
Oxford Brookes University
1999-2003
University of Aberdeen
1989
The use of digital outcrop models in combination with traditional sedimentological field data improves the accuracy and efficiency qualitative quantitative characterization analogs for reservoir modeling purposes. In this article, we apply an innovative methodology to Upper Triassic fluvial-dominated system, exposed extensive outcrops limited three-dimensional (3-D) exposure. Qualitative analysis study allows subdivision formation into three architectural intervals. Each interval can be...
ABSTRACT Outcrop analogue studies provide key information for reservoir modelling which is difficult to obtain from traditional subsurface datasets (i.e. seismic data, well data). Terrestrial laser scanners or LiDAR (light detection and ranging), combined with digital photography, a new technique create high resolution 3D outcrop models (DOMs). These DOMs generate exhaustive used build more realistic three-dimensional facies-based geocellular populate the different model zones. This paper...
prior to the Hercynian (Carboniferous) orogeny.As a result, Tannezuft shales preserve their generative potential into Mesozoic-Cenozoic, with renewed hydrocarbon generation during subsequent reburial, which can migrate post-Hercynian traps, hence favoring preservation of accumulations.
Abstract Glaciogenic reservoirs host important hydrocarbon and groundwater resources across the globe. Their complexity importance for exploration palaeoclimate reconstruction have made glaciogenic successions popular subjects study. In this paper we provide an overview of palaeoclimatic tectonic setting Earth glaciation a chronological account deposits since c. 750 Ma, with particular emphasis on their reservoir potential associated systems. Hydrocarbon accumulations within occur...
Abstract Recent developments in workflows and techniques for the integration analysis of terrestrial LiDAR (Light Detection And Ranging) conventional outcrop datasets are demonstrated through three case studies. The first study shows power three-dimensional (3D) data visualization, association with an innovative surface-modelling technique, establishing large-scale 3D stratigraphical frameworks. second presents approach to derive reliable geometrical on sediment-body geometries, whereas...
Abstract Continental passive margins and their hinterlands in the Atlantic realm have been locus of many Low Temperature Thermochronology (LTT) time‐Temperature (t‐T) modelling studies that evidence pre‐, syn‐ post‐rift episodic km‐scale exhumation burial episodes. In this study, we integrate data from over 30 published LTT t‐T Morocco its surroundings using a three‐step workflow to obtain: (a) exhumation/burial rates, (b) erosion rates (c) palaeoreconstructions source‐to‐sink domains,...
A Pleistocene channel-levee system located in a structurally complex area of the offshore Nile Delta is studied using high-resolution three-dimensional (3D) seismic dataset.The facies and stacking patterns are characterized quantitative analysis its morphology (e.g., thalweg longitudinal profile, relief, width, levee thickness) utilized to understand controls on channelized-flow processes resultant architecture.Overall change downslope from degradational aggradational style observed, which...
The early Toarcian is characterized by the occurrence of widespread black shale deposits, recorded extensively across Europe and interpreted to be related an Oceanic Anoxic Event. In order investigate source‐rock potential lower deposits in Morocco, detailed sedimentary logging accompanied outcrop spectral gamma‐ray measurements were carried out on four sections representative different palaeo‐depositional settings Central High Atlas. Authigenic uranium enrichment used as a proxy for...
Abstract Late Triassic continental sediments deposited in an active‐rift setting are exposed the Oukaimeden‐Ourika Valley, located Central High Atlas Basin of Morocco. The Oukaimeden Sandstone Formation is dominated by ephemeral and perennial braided fluvial facies, outcrop analogue for sandstone hydrocarbon reservoirs found Atlantic margin North African basins. This paper documents detailed analysis data to investigate influence tectonics on deposition interplay with climatic controls....
Abstract Naturally fractured reservoirs, within which porosity, permeability pathways and/or impermeable barriers formed by the fracture network interact with those of host rock matrix to influence fluid flow and storage, can occur in sedimentary, igneous metamorphic rocks. These reservoirs constitute a substantial percentage remaining hydrocarbon resources; they create exploration targets otherwise rocks, including under-explored crystalline basement, be used as geological stores for...
Abstract Prediction of sandstone body dimensions within paralic depositional systems is crucial for the development predictive 3D reservoir models. Continental-scale targets have complex architectures, with interpretation often further compounded because they are located at subsurface depths ≥2 km in pre- and synrift basinal settings, typified by poor seismic resolution. As such, many cases analysis relies on core wireline-log data, from which facies interpreted thicknesses units measured....
Intracratonic sag basins commonly have relatively simple tectonic histories; however, later activity involving exhumation can make reconstructing the burial history a challenging task. This is important because relative timing of hydrocarbon generation and trap formation be key factor in risk assessment. If postdates peak generation, exploration plays are typically downgraded. Mechanisms for charge such exhumed critical factors understanding risk. study uses data collected from an Ordovician...
Segmentation of the Guyanas continental margin South America is inherited from dual-phase Mesozoic rifting history controlling first-order post-rift sedimentary architecture. The divided into two segments by a transform marginal plateau (TMP), Demerara Rise, Central and Equatorial Atlantic domains. This paper investigates heterogeneities in systems at mega-regional scale (>1000 km). Re-sampling seven key exploration wells scientific boreholes provides new data (189 analysed samples) that...