The Reservoir Characterization Research Laboratory (RCRL) held its Spring Workshop May 9–13 at the Bureau of Economic Geology in Austin. Forty-two industry participants from 11 companies attended the series of individual seminars designed as a comprehensive review of topics of significant interest to carbonate geoscientists. Conducted by RCRL principles Charlie Kerans, Bob Loucks, Xavier Janson, and Chris Zahm, each of the following five daily stand-alone modules covered carbonate systems as they relate to reservoir characterization:
- Introduction to carbonates and principles of carbonate exploration and exploitation
- Seismic characterization of carbonate systems
- Use of core, log, and seismic data in construction of high-resolution sequence frameworks for reservoir characterization and modeling
- Principles of carbonate karst and associated reservoirs
- 3D fracture modeling using carbonate rock properties and mechanical stratigraphy
In addition to intensive classroom sessions, the event included core workshops at the Bureau’s Austin Core Research Center and a field trip to nearby Longhorn Caverns to explore modern karst processes. The event was coordinated by RCRL Program Coordinator Stephaine Lane.
