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Kevin Smart, Ph.D.
(210) 522-5859
ksmart@swri.org

Geomechanics & Reservoir Engineering

image of three-dimensional (3D) finite model simulating hanging wall deformation during fault inversion

Three-dimensional (3D) finite model simulating hanging wall deformation during fault inversion highlights areas of increased differential stress that indicate locations for additional subseismic faulting and fracturing.


image of map-views through 3D finite element models that simulate stress state (A) before and (B) after well bore is pressurized. Hot colors show high tensile stress.

Map-views through 3D finite element models that simulate stress state (A) before and (B) after well bore is pressurized. Hot colors show high tensile stress.

image of 3D Stress® Stress Management Through Better Understanding Brochure.

3D Stress®—Stress Management Through Better Understanding Brochure

Geomechanics and reservoir engineering services offered at Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) include:

  • Two-dimensional (2D) and three-dimensional (3D) numerical geomechanical modeling using finite-element and discrete-element techniques
  • Borehole stability analysis

Related Terminology

finite element analysis  •  geomechanics  •  2D numerical modeling  •  3D numerical modeling  •  geomechanical modeling  •  discrete-element techniques

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Kevin Smart, Ph.D., Geosciences & Engineering

(210) 522-5859, ksmart@swri.org

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