SKUA promises easy 3D subsurface modeling
Posted:23 June 2008
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E&P software solutions provider, Paradigm has released Paradigm SKUA 2008, a new subsurface applications which promises a simple, one-click approach to 3D modeling that aims to bridge the gap between seismic and simulation by removing current modeling limitations.
SKUA, or Subsurface Knowledge Unified Approach, allows novice-to-advanced geoscience users to easily produce highly accurate and realistic models of the subsurface in record time through the use of a proprietary 3D methodology.
It simplifies modeling tasks by eliminating many of the complexity limitations of current industry technology, such as the time-consuming construction of multi-faulted models and the severe limitations of pillar and extrusion technology.
The new suite of applications, which was released during European Association of Geoscientists and Engineers (EAGE) 70th Annual Conference and Exhibition in Rome, Italy, offers better structural, stratigraphic and reservoir 3D models with multi-resolution capabilities while removing distortion introduced with current modeling technologies.
"This groundbreaking software development exemplifies Paradigm’s scientific contributions to subsurface modeling technology and our commitment to providing solutions that offer unconflicted vision,” said John W. Gibson, Jr., chief executive officer of Paradigm.
The SKUA 2008’s automated, easy-to-use workflows eliminate common user frustrations, reduce model construction time from days to hours, deliver greater accuracy, and allow for better history matching and production forecasts. The product complements the robust Paradigm solutions for subsurface disciplines across the entire exploration, development and production value chain.
"SKUA 2008 embeds a native, full 3D description of the model volumes that removes the limitations of conventional ‘pillar-based’ methodology. The product makes possible quality geomodeling that was previously unavailable,” said Jean-Claude Dulac, executive vice president and chief architect at Paradigm.
"SKUA will fundamentally change the way geoscientists model and quantify the subsurface for prospect evaluation or field development.”
Reservoir Architecture is the first workflow solution available on the Paradigm SKUA 2008 environment. It guides interpreters, reservoir modelers and engineers through easy-to-use steps to rapidly construct accurate 3D models.
The solution allows for model creation based on all available, relevant data, without exception, and every modeling decision is recorded for fast model updating and auditing
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