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Software
FlowDim
The concept of fractional dimensional flow is fundamental to understanding
connectivity and permeability in fractured and heterogeneous rocks. Click here
for information on fractional dimension flow.
FlowDim uses type curve analysis to determine the flow dimension controling
flow at a range of distances from the hydraulic signal using in a single well
or interference hydraulic test. The dimension at a given distance is refered
to as a shell. The dimension in each shell represents a combination of wellbore
effects (near the well), fracture connectivity, infill heterogeneity, local
aperture, roughness and channeling, and boundary condition effects. FlowDim
analyses can derive the dimensions for up to three simultaneous shells.
For more information on FlowDim, contact the author, Cristian Enachascu (cenechascu@golder.com).
Technical Specifications
| Feature |
Specification |
| User Interface |
DOS/Graphical |
| Range of Flow Dimensions |
0.1 to 4 (practical) |
| Number of Flow Dimension Shells |
1, 2, or 3 |
| Visual Type Curve Fitting |
Transient and First Derivative |
| Automatic Type Curve Fitting |
Least Square Regression |
| Wellbore Effects |
Storage, Positive, or Negative Skin |
| Boundary Conditions |
Constant Head
Variable Head
Constant Flux
Variable Flux |
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