Method for describing fractures in subterranean earth formations

Details Method for describing fractures in subterranean earth formations Method for describing fractures in subterranean earth formations

1976-03-19

1977-11-08

Birmiel, Howard A.

Communications: electrical

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Having electron beam device

181106, 181116, 175 1, 175 2, 175 40, 166305R, G01V 102, G01V 128

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040577805

ABSTRACT:
The configuration and directional orientation of natural or induced fractures in subterranean earth formations are described by introducing a liquid explosive into the fracture, detonating the explosive, and then monitoring the resulting acoustic emissions with strategically placed acoustic sensors as the explosion propagates through the fracture at a known rate.

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