Study of Oil Generation Mechanisms in the Diapir Folds Area (Exaggerated Diapirism Alignment)
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(1) Background: This research examines the study of crude oil generation mechanisms in the Diapir Fold Area (exaggerated diapirism alignment) through two representative cases. The geology of the respective area, along with the tectonics and the formation conditions of the hydrocarbons, is presented. (2) Methods: Based on the research of the international study and local research study, the authors simulated two sediment burial models (from the previously mentioned area), suggesting the hydrocarbon generation conditions and tracing the sediment burial curves. (3) Results: Based on these, the depths, the geological ages of the formations generating hydrocarbons, and the time in millions of years were established. (4) Conclusions: A mathematical model based on Artificial Intelligence is presented to resolve an oil generation in a diapirism area.
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OpenAlex topics: Hydrocarbon exploration and reservoir analysis · Enhanced Oil Recovery Techniques · Geological formations and processes
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Oil and Gas Engineering Faculty, Petroleum-Gas University Ploiesti, Bucuresti Blv. 39, 100680 Ploiești, Romania
Petroleum Geology and Reservoir Engineering Department, Petroleum-Gas University Ploiesti, Bucuresti Blv. 39, 100680 Ploiești, Romania
Ph.D. School, Petroleum-Gas University Ploiesti, Bucuresti Blv. 39, 100680 Ploiești, Romania
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