Specialist Capabilities

Geomechanics

Helix RDS combines technical expertise in all subsurface and well engineering disciplines to provide Geomechanics solutions to field scale and individual well problems.

The Helix RDS Geomechanics team is led by industry specialists who work with other experts in structural geology, geophysical interpretation, formation evaluation, reservoir modelling, production technology and well engineering.
A fundamental knowledge of Geomechanics is a key part of many Helix RDS workflows as Geomechanics can often underpin optimised engineering and has been proven to realise significant project cost savings.

Our expertise includes:

• Geomechanical modelling (1D, 2D and 3D)
• Rock mechanics testing
• Image log analysis
• In-situ stress characterisation
• Pore pressure prediction
• Sand production prediction
• Wellbore stability evaluation
• Natural fracture permeability
• Fracture stimulation modelling
• Geomechanics training courses 

Download Specialist Geomechanics datasheet

Panels from stand at SPE Sand Management Forum, Aberdeen, March 2008