Adaptive Finite Element–Discrete Element Analysis for the Stress Shadow Effects and Fracture Interaction Behaviours in Three-Dimensional Multistage Hydrofracturing Considering Varying Perforation Cluster Spaces and Fracturing Scenarios of Horizontal Wells
Yongliang Wang, Yang Ju, Zhang Haomin, Shichao Gong, Jinxin Song, Yang Li, Jun Chen
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Fracture (geology)Hydraulic fracturingFinite element methodPerforationMicroseismStress (linguistics)Extended finite element methodGeologyCoupling (piping)Discrete element methodPetroleum engineeringGeotechnical engineeringStructural engineeringEngineeringMechanicsMechanical engineeringSeismologyLinguisticsPhilosophyPhysicsPunchingHydraulic Fracturing and Reservoir AnalysisDrilling and Well EngineeringRock Mechanics and Modeling