Study and Application of Design Optimization of Horizontal Wells in a Thick Positive Rhythm Oil Layer

Remaining oil is enriched at the top of the thick positive rhythm oil layer during the ultra-high water cut stage. While the conventional vertical wells cannot produce good development for such remaining oil, the horizontal wells can bring effective results. In this study, typical well groups were selected from the Gudao Oilfield, and a geological model was established. By using the reservoir simulation technology, the design of horizontal wells was optimized under the current vertical well pattern, and the energy supply manners for horizontal wells were optimized. The research results were applied to oilfield development, and good development effects have been obtained.