Reservoir model building methods

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2005-01-24

2010-11-30

Jones, Hugh (Department: 2128)

Data processing: structural design, modeling, simulation, and em

Simulating nonelectrical device or system

Fluid

Reexamination Certificate

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ABSTRACT:
Disclosed are various reservoir model generation methods. At least one of the methods includes providing a first framework having a plurality of cells, wherein the first framework is a reservoir framework and providing a second framework having a plurality of cells, wherein the volume of the first framework is greater than the volume of the second framework.

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