Experimental investigation of the early-age mechanical behaviour of oil-well cement paste

Agofack, Nicolaine; Ghabezloo, Siavash; Sulem, Jean; Garnier, André; Urbanczyk, Christophe

doi:10.1016/j.cemconres.2019.01.001

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“…For example, C-S-H gel formed by cement hydration can lead to the continuous compaction of the concrete structure and decrease of concrete porosity by connecting internal aggregate and hydration products. Ultrasonic velocity can be used to measure hydration velocity and material state [ 14 , 15 ]. Once the internal damage to concrete worsens, the cohesion of concrete decreases, and its ultrasonic velocity will also show a downward trend [ 16 ].…”

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Compartmentalized Quantitative Analysis of Concrete Sulfate-Damaged Area Based on Ultrasonic Velocity

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The corrosion of concrete in sulfate environments is a difficult problem in the durability of civil engineering structures. To investigate the variability of deterioration damage to concrete structures by sulfate erosion under non-destructive testing and quantify the protective effect of silane coatings on concrete under the action of sulfate erosion, an accelerated erosion experiment was carried out using field sampling in a tunnel project under a sulfate erosion environment. By means of ultrasonic velocity measurement and CT scanning, the samples protected by a silane coating under the sulfate attack environment were compared with those not protected. The deterioration characteristics of concrete under the sulfate attack environment and the protective effect of silane coating on the concrete structure were analyzed. In addition, a method for evaluating the sulfate damage to concrete based on CT images and ultrasonic velocity analysis was proposed. The results show that the samples prepared in the field show a significant difference in ultrasonic velocity in the process of erosion and deterioration according to the material difference at the measuring point interface. Through the overall damage evaluation analysis of the sample, it is concluded that the damage degree of the protected group sample is light and the heterogeneity is weak, whereas the local damage to the exposed group is serious. Combined with the CT image analysis of concrete before and after loading, the distribution characteristics of the damaged area divided by the concrete sulfate damage evaluation method proposed in this paper are highly similar to the real situation. The results of the study can provide a reference for similar projects for the detection, analysis, protection and evaluation of sulfate-attacked concrete.

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Compartmentalized Quantitative Analysis of Concrete Sulfate-Damaged Area Based on Ultrasonic Velocity

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“…Cementing is one of the key tasks in well construction, the main objective of which is to provide zonal isolation along the well and mechanical support to the wellhead equipment throughout the life of the wellbore [1,2]. To achieve the required well integrity, various admixtures can be added to tailor the cement properties, both fresh (short term) and hardened (long term) [3].…”

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“…The effectiveness of silica particles as accelerators is influenced by their size and surface area, as well as their pozzolanic reactivity [14]. Nano-SiO 2 can accelerate cement hydration through a combination of three mechanisms: (1) its large surface area provides nucleation sites for C-S-H gel, thereby accelerating C-S-H precipitation and growth [17]; (2) it reacts (pozzolanic reaction) with Portlandite (CH) crystals to form C-S-H gel (referred to as secondary C-S-H gel) [16]; and (3) the particles act as early C-S-H seeds [14,18].…”

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Influence of Various Nanomaterials on the Rheology and Hydration Kinetics of Oil Well Cement

Baragwiha,

Fikeni,

Zhao

et al. 2023

Materials

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Nanomaterials have great potential to influence the properties of cement-based materials due to their small particle size and large specific surface area. The influences of Nano-SiO2 (NS), gamma-nano-Al2O3 (GNA), alpha-nano-Al2O3 (ANA), and nano-TiO2 (NT) on the rheology and hydration kinetics of class G cement at 30 °C were investigated in this study. The nanomaterials were added in dry powder form at dosages of 1, 2, 3, 5, and 7% by weight of cement (bwoc), and their dispersion was accomplished using polycarboxylate superplasticizer (PCE) at a dosage of 1.6% bwoc. PCE provides a uniform dispersion of nanoparticles in the cement matrix, enhancing the efficiency of nanomaterials. The w/c ratio varied between 0.718 and 0.78 to form a constant-density slurry of 1.65 g/cm3. Our test results showed that NS and GNA caused significant increases in the rheology of the cement slurry, with this effect increasing with dosage, while ANA and NT tended to reduce the rheology of the slurry. Compared to a well-suspended and well-dispersed cement slurry generated by the use of PCE and diutan gum, all nanomaterials can accelerate early hydration by reducing the induction time, with GNA having the strongest influence, while NS was the only nanomaterial that further increased the long-term hydration heat release at 7 days. The stronger effect of NS and GNA on the cement slurry properties can be attributed to their higher chemical reactivity. The dosage effect on total hydration extent was relatively strong for ANA, NT, and NS from 3% to 5% but weak for GNA in the range from 3% to 7%.

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“…It is noteworthy that a substantial proportion (approximately 20%) of well shutdowns and incidents in the Y oilfield are attributed to water breakthroughs, impeding the advancement of water injection development. Academic research on wateroil well communication has reached a consensus that the primary factor contributing to water intrusion is composite rock damage involving the casing cement sheath and the surrounding rock [1]. Contemporary research on water breakthrough beyond the casing of water injection wells primarily concentrates on two fundamental factors: the occurrence of cracking damage on the bonded surface of the rock-cement sheath composite material and the impairment to the cement sheath itself.…”

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Analysis of Cement Sheath–Rock Damage Mechanism—A Case Study on Water Injection Wells

Zhao,

Li,

Luo

2023

Applied Sciences

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In the field of water injection wells within oilfields, comprehending the intricate mechanics of water channeling and the resulting rock damage on the external cemented surface holds paramount significance for the efficient management of reservoirs. This paper presents a comprehensive study aimed at illuminating the complex nature of rock damage on the external cemented surface of casings and deciphering the underlying mechanisms that underpin water channeling occurrences. To this end, a robust constitutive model is established and refined to capture the multifaceted interactions inherent in rock damage on the cemented surface. This model introduces a modified bonding force approach to enhance shear stress precision and thoughtfully accounts for the profound effects of elastic–plastic behavior, cracking damage, and elastic-cracking coupling damage on damage progression. Subsequently, the refined model is employed to investigate rock damage on the external cemented surface of water injection wells, encompassing variations in confining pressure, rock width on the cemented surface, and the ratio of Young’s modulus between the cement sheath and the rock. The research findings emphasize the interplay between cracking and elastic damage as the catalyst for rock damage on the cemented surface. Impressively, the accuracy of the refined constitutive model for the cemented surface has advanced by over 5% compared to prior studies. The manipulation of confining pressure and the Young’s modulus ratio enhances peak fracture water pressure, signifying substantive strides in comprehending damage propagation mechanics. Furthermore, the study discerns the negligible influence of rock width on the cemented surface regarding damage patterns. These findings have important implications for the effective management of water injection wells, providing insights for the restoration of water channeling wells and proactive measures against water channeling phenomena. They also contribute to the refinement of well cementing practices and the proficient management of water channeling and water flooding in oilfields. The research findings have profound implications for the domain of water injection wells, offering novel insights into the restoration of water channeling wells and the implementation of preemptive measures against water channeling phenomena. These findings hold the potential to guide the refinement of well cementing practices and the adept management of water channeling and water flooding wells within the studied oilfield.

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Experimental investigation of the early-age mechanical behaviour of oil-well cement paste

Cited by 35 publications

References 22 publications

Compartmentalized Quantitative Analysis of Concrete Sulfate-Damaged Area Based on Ultrasonic Velocity

Compartmentalized Quantitative Analysis of Concrete Sulfate-Damaged Area Based on Ultrasonic Velocity

Influence of Various Nanomaterials on the Rheology and Hydration Kinetics of Oil Well Cement

Analysis of Cement Sheath–Rock Damage Mechanism—A Case Study on Water Injection Wells

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