Image analysis – Applications – Seismic or geological sample measuring
Reexamination Certificate
2008-11-29
2011-12-20
Azarian, Seyed (Department: 2624)
Image analysis
Applications
Seismic or geological sample measuring
C382S224000, C175S249000
Reexamination Certificate
active
08081802
ABSTRACT:
A method for estimating permeability properties of a porous material from a sample thereof includes making a three dimensional tomographic image of the sample of the material. The image is segmented into pixels each representing pore space or rock grains. The image is divided into sub-volumes. A porosity is estimated for each sub-volume. The components of a permeability tensor are determined by conducting simulations. Principal permeability values and directions are then calculated. The permeability properties are stored in a computer or displayed.
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Armbruster Meghan
Derzhi Naum
Dvorkin Jack
Fang Qian
Wojcik Zbigniew
Azarian Seyed
Ingrain, Inc.
Kilyk & Bowersox P.L.L.C.
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