Introduction
The oil and gas industry has long faced challenges in maximizing the recovery of oil from reservoirs. Traditional Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) methods, including thermal recovery, gas injection, and chemical flooding, have provided significant advancements. However, the advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a transformative opportunity to optimize these methods and unlock untapped reserves more efficiently. This article explores how AI-driven solutions are revolutionizing EOR processes, enhancing both the effectiveness and sustainability of oil recovery operations
Understanding Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR)
Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) refers to a set of techniques used to extract additional oil from reservoirs after primary and secondary recovery methods have been exhausted. EOR typically involves altering the physical properties of the reservoir to improve oil flow, such as reducing oil viscosity, increasing reservoir pressure, or modifying the interfacial tension between oil and water.
The Role of AI in EOR