The fate of reservoir landslides is mainly dictated by the mechanical behavior of soil in the
sliding zone. This soil may be altered under changing environmental conditions of both …

The transient flow method for measuring permeability to liquid is a useful technique for shale
and tight rocks; however, it is not as popular as the steady-state method in these rocks. One …

Drilling water-sensitive shale formations often leads to wellbore instability, resulting in
drilling problems because of the clay's high-water affinity. To solve this problem, different …

The electroless nickel spent tank liquid (ENSTL), as a typical hazardous waste, contains a
variety of refractory organic substances as well as heavy metals and inorganic salts …

The nanoscale pores in shale oil and gas are often filled with external nanomaterials to
enhance wellbore stability and improve energy production. And there has been …

Coupled solvent-solute flow is a common phenomenon observed while drilling shale
formations using water-based fluids, leading to unfavorable outcomes. Designing optimal …

Permeability is a critical parameter for effective shale gas extraction. Shale reservoirs are
dense, and fluid can hardly flow through shale rock under pressure, greatly limiting the …

The occurrence of shale swelling during water-based drilling operations poses substantial
challenges to the stability of shale formations. Clay layer expansion is the primary cause of …