“Since its initial 1985 edition, “Openhole Log Analysis and Formation Evaluation” has witnessed significant innovations in the science and art of formation evaluation. Advances in formation resistivity measurements, sonic tool design, signal processing, and innovative methods for examining pore size distribution, fluid content, and formation flow potential have transformed the field. This updated second edition equips readers with a comprehensive understanding of modern data-gathering techniques and advanced analysis methods.
The “Openhole Log Analysis and Formation Evaluation” book’s sections cover various formation evaluation themes, encompassing data gathering, analysis, openhole logging measurements, log and core analysis, and formation testing.”
This book is divided into sections that address a number of formation evaluation themes.
Part I, Methods of Gathering Formation Evaluation Data, includes Chapters 1 through 5. These chapters address methods of gathering data needed to evaluate a formation. Transitioning into Part II with Chapters 6 through 8, we delve into ‘Methods of Analysis and Application of Results.’ These chapters explore analysis techniques and the practical utilization of analysis outcomes.
Entering Part III, from Chapters 9 to 20, ‘Openhole Logging Measurements’ delves into the realm of openhole logging measurements. This section delves into each tool’s operational principles and their integral contributions to the overarching evaluation process.
Part IV, Analysis of Logs and Cores, includes Chapters 21 through 30. These chapters address more subtle details of log analysis and its integration with core analysis. In Part V, Formation Testing, Chapters 31 and 32 cover formation testing.
Part VI, Integrated Formation-Evaluation Plan, consists of Chapter 33. This final chapter gives an overall “game plan” for the formation evaluator. An appendix to the volume summarizes important log analysis equations.