Xinjiang Petroleum Geology ›› 2025, Vol. 46 ›› Issue (2): 154-162.doi: 10.7657/XJPG20250204

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Identification and Distribution of Silurian Interlayers in YM 35 Well Block, Tarim Basin

WANG Wei1a,2,3(), DAI Mengying1a,2,3, CHEN Junkai4, ZOU Yunlong1a,2,3, WU Qiong1a,2,3, JIANG Qiong1b,2,3, FENG Cheng4()   

  1. 1. PetroChina Tarim Oilfield Company, a. Research Institute of Exploration and Development; b. Yingmai Oil and Gas Production Management Area, PetroChina, Korla, Xinjiang 841000, China
    2. R&D Center for Ultra-Deep Complex Reservoir Exploration and Development, CNPC, Korla, Xinjiang 841000, China
    3. Xinjiang Engineering Research Center for Ultra-Deep Complex Reservoir Exploration and Development, Korla, Xinjiang 841000, China
    4. School of Petroleum, Karamay Campus, China University of Petroleum (Beijing), Karamay, Xinjiang 834000, China
  • Received:2024-10-25 Revised:2024-12-06 Online:2025-04-01 Published:2025-03-26

Abstract:

The distribution patterns of interlayers in the YM 35 well block of the Tarim Basin are unclear, which poses challenges for subsequent oil and gas exploration and development. To identify the interlayer types in the study area and analyze their spatial distribution characteristics, by integrating the data of cores, conventional logging, laboratory analysis, and imaging logging, the primary interlayer types in the study area were clarified. By using the three-end-member classification method, charts for identifying interlayers were established for sublayers, and identification criteria were proposed. The distribution of interlayers was analyzed laterally and vertically, and the controls of interlayers on remaining oil distribution were investigated. The results show that the study area primarily develops argillaceous interlayers and physical interlayers. Laterally, argillaceous interlayers are mainly concentrated in the lower part of the target layer, with good continuity, while physical interlayers are mainly distributed in the middle-upper part, with smaller thickness but good continuity. On plane, interlayers are mainly concentrated in the central part of the study area, forming a distinct thickness aggregation zone. The interlayer becomes thinner toward its margin as its distance from the central area increases. Controlled by the spatial distribution of interlayers, remaining oil is mainly distributed in the K3 sublayer.

Key words: Tarim Basin, YM 35 well block, argillaceous interlayer, physical interlayer, three-end-member classification method, spatial distribution, detailed evaluation, remaining oil

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