Simulation of electromagnetic high-frequency wave propagation processes in multilayer geo-structures

Abstract

The paper describes the research findings on georadar detection of hydraulic fractures in hydrocarbon reservoirs. Numerical and physical modeling enables studying effect exerted by the electromagnetic properties of the created fracture fill and by the properties of the enclosing formation on the coefficient of high-frequency EM wave reflection from the interface.

Keywords

Electromagnetic properties / Reflection coefficient / Plane electromagnetic wave / Hydraulic fracture / Georadar / Radarogram

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