Investigation of Multiphase Flow Behavior in Horizontal Wells
Multiphase flow is inevitably encountered in both gas and oil wells. Gas wells will have water and condensate below the dew point as the liquid phase while oil wells will present a vapor phase as pressure goes below the bubble point pressure. Solids can also be encountered creating additional challenges to wells. The available knowledge of multiphase flow behavior in horizontal wells is limited. This research area aims to further the knowledge of multiphase flow behavior in horizontal wells, providing guidance for proper well design and operation.