Artificial lift systems for shale oil extraction
Encyclopedia of Fuel Processing Technology:Reference Module in Earth Systems and Environmental Sciences, Mohammad Reza Rahimpour, Editör, Elsevier Science, Oxford/Amsterdam , Amsterdam, ss.1-17, 2026
- Yayın Türü: Kitapta Bölüm / Araştırma Kitabı
- Basım Tarihi: 2026
- Doi Numarası: 10.1016/b978-0-443-34088-8.00076-8
- Yayınevi: Elsevier Science, Oxford/Amsterdam
- Basıldığı Şehir: Amsterdam
- Sayfa Sayıları: ss.1-17
- Editörler: Mohammad Reza Rahimpour, Editör
- Orta Doğu Teknik Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet
Özet
The shale oil boom has been a game-changer in the oil and gas industry over the past two decades, driven by advances in horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing technologies. During this period, valuable experience has been gained concerning the challenges faced in shale oil production. One of the most critical issues is the rapid decline in production rates, which significantly affects the performance of artificial lift systems, especially oil pumps. This chapter focuses on artificial lift systems used in shale oil wells. It examines common pump failures, their underlying causes, and potential issue solutions. Additionally, recent advances in pump technologies for shale oil applications are examined. The chapter also emphasizes the role of well monitoring technologies in data collection, highlighting their importance for applying artificial intelligence to optimize production. Careful optimization of well trajectory and fracture design is important for maximizing shale oil production and supporting effective artificial lift operation.
Keywords Artificial lift; Fracturing; Horizontal well; Oil pump; Shale oil