Key Features:

Data Integration

Direct binary links to OpenWorks, GeoFrame & OpenSpirit for interpretations and well data; mixed 2D & 3D data survey storage; fully user-definable ASCII import formats for wide range of data types including corner-point grids and properties. Comprehensive data interpretation and editing functionality; 2D and 3D SEGY data loaders and volume capture tools

Framework modelling

Intelligent modelling of horizon-fault intersections to produce polygons and a gapless 3D framework especially at fault-fault intersections. Display of seismic slices along faults to aid quality check of model intersections. Infill modelling of reservoir-scale stratigraphy based on stratigraphic rules in the well model.

Geological Property model

Generate layer, seismic and volume property maps; stochastic modelling of well curve data; estimate fault-zone composition (e.g. shale gouge ratio); pressure data calibration; predict fault-zone properties, column heights and hydrocarbon contacts. StressTester module to assess fault reactivation risk. All properties are displayable on horizon and fault surfaces

Geocellular Property model and fault attributes

EarthGrid module for deriving fault-zone properties (e.g. permeability & transmissibility multipliers) from corner-point grids, their properties and structure. All geocellular derived properties are exportable to reservoir simulators.

Fracture Modelling

FaultED module forward models high resolution, but reliable, displacement and strains within the volume surrounding an interpreted fault structure. Relative fracture density, orientation and failure mode are computed. Fracture Networks can be derived from FaultED derived attributes.

Attribute Modelling

Fully featured macro language (AttCalc)to create custom attributes according to user-specific empirical relationships (e.g. shale gouge ratio vs fault permeability), allowing generation of completely new attribute realizations.

Platforms

Certified to run on the following operating systems: PC Windows; Solaris 2.8 & 2.9; IRIX 6.5.12+ and Linux Red Hat 9 & Enterprise 3 workstations. Requires SUN OpenGL 1.2 for Solaris and SGI OpenGL 1.1 for IRIX.

Key Benefits:

Common user interface and data model

TrapTester fault analysis tools share a common visualization environment, user interface and data model enabling more time to be spent on analysis rather then on data transfer. Each software tool may be used either as a stand alone module or together within an overall workflow.

Improved 3D models

Analysis of fault polygon geometry and throw distribution provides an effective method for quality-check the fault interpretation and structural model resulting in a more geologically robust starting point (framework model) for structural analysis.

Quantify faults seals and critical risk factors

The fault seal, geocellular and fracture prediction tools help geoscientists to understand complex fault behavior in an exploration setting (is the fault sealing or not?) or during production (will the fault act as a baffle to flow?). By deriving fault properties and fracture networks in their true structural context, more informed value-added decisions regarding trap integrity and production forecasting can be made.