Conductivity Permeability Bulk Modulus Illustrates feasibility of combining 3D experimental image data with numerical calculations to accurately predict properties of complex materials Validation is through matching experimental data
1000 m 5000 m m 4 wells 1km apart with 500 metres of core each well. Volumetric sensitivity: O[1 ppb] m 4 core plugs100 m apart with one mini-plug each Volumetric sensitivity: O[1 ppm] 0.1 m Core-scale vs. Pore-scale
Image registration Provide quality control on 3D image data Enables introduction of automated petrographic / mineralogical information into 3D image data Enables repeat ex situ experimental 3D to 3D 2D to 3D
Coal characterisation of connected porosity, cleats, and fractures at 9μm res.
SEM Dry tomo Wet tomo difference tomo Tight gas rock
Reactivity: Mardie Green Sand – Barrow Is, WA Courtesy of Rowan Romeyn (Hons. student). Native state (0.5 mm) After exposure to CO 2 equivalent Using analogue fluids