Seeking the universal hydrocarbon indicator: Low frequency, but high hopes
Published in
AAPG Explorer
Publication date
24 May 2007
Summary
On the cover: The technique is called passive seismic, but there’s nothing very passive about the technological advances that are setting the pace for the geophysical industry these days – part of the industry and activity snapshot covered by our annual Seismic Issue. The cover shot of technicians testing broadband receiver stations in the Swiss Alps is a reminder that no corner of the earth is too remote for exploration potential.
Imagine your comfort level when drilling a well if you knew with certainty there were hydrocarbons in the target reservoir.
This is not a pipe dream. In fact, it’s the goal of some innovative technology that evolved out of research at the University of Zurich.
Passive seismic techniques using low frequency ambient waves, which are ubiquitous in the earth’s crust, were a major topic at the 2006 EAGE workshop on passive seismic methods and applications held in Dubai. A throng of 120 professional participants representing most all major E&P firms and contractors validated the intense industry interest in this technology.
Imagine your comfort level when drilling a well if you knew with certainty there were hydrocarbons in the target reservoir.
This is not a pipe dream. In fact, it’s the goal of some innovative technology that evolved out of research at the University of Zurich.
Passive seismic techniques using low frequency ambient waves, which are ubiquitous in the earth’s crust, were a major topic at the 2006 EAGE workshop on passive seismic methods and applications held in Dubai. A throng of 120 professional participants representing most all major E&P firms and contractors validated the intense industry interest in this technology.
