The book explores the theoretical background of one of the most widespread activities in hydrocarbon wells, that of hydraulic fracturing. A comprehensive treatment of the basic phenomena includes: linear elasticity, stresses, fracture geometry and rheology. The diverse concepts of mechanics are integrated into a coherent description of hydraulic fracture propagation. The chapters in the book are cross-referenced throughout and the connections between the various phenomena are emphasized. The book offers readers a unique approach to the subject with the use of many numerical examples.
- ISBN10 0471956643
- ISBN13 9780471956648
- Publish Date 31 July 1995
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country US
- Imprint John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 318
- Language English