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    10 December 2024, Volume 38 Issue 06
    Energy Geology
    Identification of Strike-Slip Faults and Exploration Breakthroughs in the Fuman Area, Tarim Basin
    ZHANG Yintao, YU Yixin, XIE Zhou, SUN Chong, WANG Xiaopeng, SHEN Biao, DU Qirui
    2024, 38(06):  1417-1430.  DOI: 10.19657/j.geoscience.1000-8527.2024.065
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    Strike-slip fault zones well-developed in the Fuman area within the Aman transition zone of the Tarim Basin. These faults significantly impact the reservoir characteristics and hydrocarbon accumulation in the Ordovician carbonate rocks. However, identifying strike-slip faults in the Fuman area remains challenging. Using new 3D seismic data from the Fuman area, this study has identified and characterized primary and secondary strike-slip faults through multiple filtering, coherence analysis, and signal decomposition techniques. Additionally, a quantitative standard for classifying strike-slip faults has been established. Furthermore, the exploration potential of the strike-slip faults has been evaluated using the “three determination” approach. The results show that 70 large-scale strike-slip faults are developed within the Tabei Uplift and Central Uplift belts. Based on their development lengths, activity periods, and intensity, the primary strike-slip faults are classified into Class I (25 faults) and Class II (45 faults). In the Fuman area, 34 major strike-slip faults have been identified. Based on fault characterization and drilling data, the “three determination” method, encompassing the determination of faults system, fracture-cavity boundaries, and reservoir units, is proposed for evaluating resources in the Ordovician carbonate reservoirs. The resources associated with the 70 strike-slip faults include 20×108 t of oil and 1×1012 m3 of gas, with 11×108 t of oil located specifically in the Fuman area. Based on detailed characterization of the strike-slip faults, three new structural belts with abundant oil and gas resources have been identified and confirmed by wells. The study indicates that strike-slip faults of various scales in the Fuman area hold significant potential for increasing reserves and production. This study not only advances research on strike-slip faults and the exploration of fault-controlled fractured-vuggy carbonate reservoirs in the Tarim Basin platform area but also provide valuable guidance for studying strike-slip faults in other cratons.

    Geological Characteristics and Tectonic Evolution of the Qingyang-Etuoke Paleo-Uplift in the Ordos Block
    MA Ming, LIU Chiyang, WANG Jianqiang, ZHAO Hongge, MA Jinshan, WANG Jianguo, LI Shaonan, HAN Yu, MA Zhiqiang, QUAN Xiaoyuan, BAI Mengen, ZHANG Qing
    2024, 38(06):  1431-1444.  DOI: 10.19657/j.geoscience.1000-8527.2024.113
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    The geological characteristics, formation, and evolutionary processes of the Qing-E (Qingyang-Etuoke) Paleo-uplift in the southwestern Ordos Block are crucial for understanding the geodynamics, paleoenvironment, and oil and gas exploration along the southwest margin of the North China Plate.We investigated the formation timing, tectonic evolution, and geodynamics of the Qing-E Paleo-uplift in the Ordos Basin using seismic, well, and log data.The results indicate that three unconformities can be identified based on the seismic data: between the Upper Paleozoic and the underlying strata, between the Neoproterozoic-Paleozoic and the Cambrian, and between the Cambrian and the Ordovician.Synsedimentary normal faults were observed in the Cambrian and Ordovician, with seismic facies characterized by onlap at the base and truncation at the top in both the Cambrian and Ordovician strata.The well data indicated that the thickness of the Middle Cambrian remained consistent, while the Upper Cambrian and Lower Ordovician thinned and eventually disappeared, being unconformably overlain by the Middle Ordovician.The Upper Ordovician developed to a limited extent.The disappearance of the Middle Cambrian and Middle Ordovician was due to erosion, while the sedimentation process of the Middle Cambrian was continuous.We concluded that the Paleo-uplift was formed during the Early Paleozoic.The prototype of the Paleo-uplift was formed during the Early Cambrian, influenced by the pre-existing framework.By the Mid-Late Cambrian, the uplift activity of the Paleo-uplift gradually weakened.From the end of the Late Cambrian to the Early Ordovician, the uplift of the Paleo-uplift led to the erosion of certain strata, including the Upper Cambrian and Lower Ordovician.However, during the Middle Ordovician, the Paleo-uplift gradually transitioned into a submarine uplift.By the Late Ordovician, the Paleo-uplift experienced significantly uplift and was ultimately completed under the influence of the Caledonian movement.The geodynamics of the Qing-E Paleo-uplift was closely linked to the tectonic setting and evolution of the western and southern margins of the North China Craton during the Early Paleozoic.This study provides theoretical support and serves as a reference for determing the early Paleozoic tectonic setting in the southwest margin of the North China Plate, as well as for oil and gas exploration in the Qing-E Paleo-uplift.

    Control and Transformation of Control-hill Faults in Rift Basins During the Development of Fault-controlled Buried Hills: A Case Study of the Gangxi Fault and the Gangbei Buried Hill in the Huanghua Depression
    ZHANG Jinning, WANG Wenjie, NENG Yuan, MA Xiao, XIANG Honghan, LIU Peiye, MEI Yongxu, YU Wenxin
    2024, 38(06):  1445-1457.  DOI: 10.19657/j.geoscience.1000-8527.2024.051
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    Fault-controlled buried hills is the main type of hydrocarbon-bearing structures, and research in this field has evolved from focusing on single weathered crust types to exploring multi-layered series within buried hill interiors.The control-hill fault, which defines the boundary of the buried hill, is a critical breakthrough point for studying this type of structure.Using the Gangxi Fault in the Huanghua Depression as a case study, this research explores the constraints imposed by mountain-controlling faults on buried hill development and the transformation of buried hill structures.We analyzed the geometric and kinematic characteristics of the mountain-controlling faults, as well as the macroscopic and internal structures and evolution of the Gangbei buried hill.The study reveals that the Gangxi Fault can be classified into three types: planar, listric, and slope-flat, which together form the macroscopic features of the boundary cliff surface.The movement rate of the Gangxi Fault during the Neogene was less than 20 m/Ma, while the average movement rate during the Oligocene and Paleogene was 100 m/Ma.In the Eocene, and the movement rate exceeded 200 m/Ma, with weaker fault activity in the southern section and stronger activity in the northern section along the strike.The Gongbei buried hill exhibits a macrostructure with higher elevation in the southern and lower elevation in the northern section.The evolution of the Gangbei buried hill consists of three stages: the inner stratum construction stage, the fault-controlled buried hill development stage, and the structural stabilization and subsidence stage.The geometry, kinematics, and evolution of the Gangxi Fault, as a control-hill fault in a continental rift basin, significantly impact the buried hill, primarily by controlling its formation process.It also affects the macro-morphology of the buried hill and the reconstruction of its internal structure, which in turn influences trap conditions, oil and gas migration, and reservoir performance.

    Structural Deformation and Shale Gas Preservation Conditions in the Changning Area of the Southern Sichuan Basin
    YANG Shaohang, LUO Liang, MA Shijie, XUE Meng, ZENG Lianbo, NIE Zhou, YOU Yuling, ZHOU Yangfan
    2024, 38(06):  1458-1472.  DOI: 10.19657/j.geoscience.1000-8527.2024.061
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    The Changning area is located in the southern Sichuan Basin. The shale in the Upper Ordovician Wufeng Formation and the Lower Silurian Longmaxi Formation is of high quality and exhibits favorable source-reservoir-cap conditions. During the Phanerozoic, multi-stage extension, extrusion and strike-slip deformation, along with strong uplift and denudation, resulted in very complex preservation conditions for shale gas. Based on the structural characteristics and tectonic evolution in this area, this paper examines how various structural factors influence the preservation conditions of shale gas. This study also proposes a comprehensive quantitative evaluation method for assessing shale gas preservation conditions and predicts potential exploration areas. The study results show that the Changning area mainly features two groups of structures: NE-trending and NW-trending. Both sets of structures are related to folds developed on the hanging wall of basement-involved fault. They formed during the Early and Late Yanshanian periods, respectively, and some NE-trending structures were modified by strike-slip events during the Himalayan period. The main structural factors affecting shale gas preservation conditions include the timing of tectonic transformation, uplift and denudation, stratigraphic dip, multi-scale fault-fracture systems, and the current in-situ stress direction. Based on the impact of various structural elements on the shale gas preservation, a quantitative evaluation method for assessing preservation conditions in the Changning area is proposed. The evaluation results indicate that the shale gas preservation conditions in the Jianwu syncline are the most promising, followed by the Tiangongtang anticline, Shuanglong syncline, and Luochang syncline.

    A New Model of Early Oblique Sediment Provenance in the Steep Slope Zone of a Rift Basin: A Case Study of the Upper Fourth Member of the Shahejie Formation, Northern Bonan Sag
    CHEN Zhaozhou, LIU Zhen, JIANG Lei
    2024, 38(06):  1473-1483.  DOI: 10.19657/j.geoscience.1000-8527.2024.067
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    Sedimentary provenance analysis during the early stage of faulted basins is crucial for classifying sedimentary systems and predicting favorable hydrocarbon zones.Previous studies have indicated that the steep slope zones of the faulted basins predominantly develop nearshore submarine fans, small fan deltas, and sublacustrine fans through short-axis provenance, perpendicular to the border fault.However, early faulted basins are characterized by complex topography and intense tectonic activity, and the existence of other provenance directions remains unclear.Moreover, the low resolution and quality of seismic data in the steep slope zone obscure the seismic reflection features of sedimentary provenance, significantly limiting research on sedimentary reservoirs.This study investigates the sedimentary provenance of the Upper Fourth Member of the Shahejie Formation in the Yi 104 area of the northern Bonan sag, Jiyang Depression.In this study, 3D high-resolution seismic data, processed using improved Morlet wavelet seismic frequency division technology and integrated with core and logging data, were utilized.The main findings are as follows: the improved Morlet wavelet seismic frequency division processing technology effectively enhances the quality of seismic data in the steep slope zone, facilitating the fine identification of sedimentary facies; a large-scale progradational channel-fill seismic facies combination, oblique to the border fault, is observed in the seismic profile, along with a tongue-shaped strong amplitude anomaly.This indicates a large-scale oblique sedimentary provenance in the early stage of the faulted basin’s steep slope zone; the core data show a phenomenon of gravel orientation arrangement, while the logging curve characteristics and lithofacies combinations reveal antirhythmic features.Based on these observations and the results of seismic facies and seismic attribute identification, it is inferred that the large-scale oblique source is fan delta sedimentation. A new sedimentation model for the early stage of rift lacustrine basin steep slope zone is proposed, incorporating both nearshore submarine fans formed by short-axis provenance and fan deltas formed by oblique provenance.The fan delta in the early stage of rifting steep slope zones show good reservoir physical properties and excellent reservoir conditions, making them a promising direction for future exploration.This study provides new insights into early sedimentary provenance and its associated sedimentary types in the steep slope zone.Moreover, it offers a new direction for reservoir research and deep exploration in both the Bonan Sag steep slope zone and the faulted basin steep slope zone.

    Paleoenvironmental Reconstruction and Organic Matter Enrichment of Middle Permian Black Shale: Insights From the Gufeng Formation, Enshi Area, Western Hubei
    LIU Bei, GAO Xianzhi, LI Feng, GONG Zhiyu, LUO Fan, DU Xiaofeng
    2024, 38(06):  1484-1497.  DOI: 10.19657/j.geoscience.1000-8527.2024.071
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    A series of black rocks dominated by basin facies developed in the Middle Permian Gufeng Formation in the Enshi area, Western Hubei Province.This formation was recently identified for shale gas development and exploration; however, little is known about the sedimentary paleoenvironment and the mechanisms of orga-nic matter enrichment in the black rock series.In this study, we focus primarily on two sections of the Gufeng Formation, Tianfengping and Yutangba, located in the Enshi area, Western Hubei.Our aim is to elucidate the paleoenvironment during the sedimentary phase of the Gufeng Formation shale and to identify the key factors governing organic matter accumulation in this area.A comprehensive suite of analytical techniques was used in this study, including petrography, mineralogy, total organic carbon (TOC) quantification, and elemental geochemistry.The results reveal that the Gufeng Formation shale predominantly consists of siliceous shale facies, with a notable TOC content ranging from 5.8% to 41.6%.Quartz (81.5% on average) and clay minerals (12.6% on average) constitute the bulk of the mineral assemblages, with minor contributions from feldspar, pyrite, and carbonate minerals.The Chemical Alteration Index (CIA) suggests that the sedimentary environment of the Gufeng Formation shale was primarily characterized by hot and humid climate.The V/(V+Ni) and U/Th ratios indicate anoxic to sulfidic conditions in the bottom waters.The biogenic silicon (Sibio), Cu/Al,Ni/Al values indicate higher primary productivity during the depositional phase.The weak correlation between TOC and U/Th, Al, Ti/Al suggests that bottom water anoxic sulfidic conditions and terrigenous detrital input have a limited influence on organic matter enrichment in black shales of the Gufeng Formation.Conversely, the positive correlation with Ni/Al suggests the primary productivity is a pivotal factor driving organic matter enrichment.The sedimentary environment of the Gufeng Formation shale is characterized by deep-water anoxia, a hot and humid climate, and high primary productivity.We therefore established a depositional environmental model for deep-water intraplatform basins, constrained by redox conditions, paleo-productivity, and a hot-humid paleoclimate.

    Lower Limit of Physical Properties of Filling Materials in Tight Reservoirs of the Chang 7 Member, Triassic Yanchang Formation, Ordos Basin, and Their Controlling Factors
    LI Hui, ZHANG Tao, HOU Yuting, YU Jian, HE Xin, CHEN Shijia, LI Yong
    2024, 38(06):  1498-1510.  DOI: 10.19657/j.geoscience.1000-8527.2024.052
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    Recently, significant breakthroughs have been achieved in exploring tight reservoirs within the Chang 7 Member of the Yanchang Formation in the Ordos Basin.The lower limit of reservoir filling material properties is crucial for assessing the potential for tight oil exploration and development in this area.In this study, we analyzed the lower limit of physical properties for filling materials in tight reservoirs across different regions and layers using pore penetration analysis, oil saturation measurement, and high-pressure mercury injection.Additionally, we examined the lower limit of physical properties for filling materials in tight reservoirs across different regions and layers using the physical oil test method, empirical statistical analysis, and pore throat radius method.We also explored the controlling factors and their influence on the oil and gas enrichment.The results indicate that in the Longdong-Jiyuan area, dense sandstone is primarily composed of quartz, with an average reservoir pore penetration of 8.17% and 0.15×10-3μm2; in contrast, the dense sandstone in north Shaanxi is predominantly feldspar, exhibiting an averages reservoir pore penetration of 8.20% and 0.21×10-3μm2.In the Longdong-Jiyuan area, the lower limit of physical properties for dense reservoirs in the Chang 71 submember is 4.93% and 0.034×10-3μm2, while in the Chang 72 submember, it is 4.36% and 0.027×10-3μm2.In north Shaaxi, the lower limit of the physical properties for dense reservoirs in the Chang 71 submember is 5.90% and 0.048×10-3μm2, while in the Chang 72 submember, it is 5.60% and 0.043×10-3μm2.The lower limit of reservoir filling is influenced by three factors: the physical properties of the reservoir, the hydrocarbon generation capacity of source rocks, and the distance between the sources and reservoirs.The lower limit of reservoir filling is lower in the areas with favorable reservoir properties, high hydrocarbon generation capacity of source rocks, and minimal distance between sources and reservoirs.For example, in the Longdong-Jiyuan area, where the thickness of hydrocarbon source rocks is greater than in north Shaanxi, the lower limit of reservoir filling is lower.The lower limit of reservoir filling is lower in the Chang 72 submember, where the distance between sources and reservoirs is smaller compared to the Chang 71 submember.A lower limit of reservoir filling is associated with higher oil saturation.For example, in the Longdong area, the lower limit of reservoir filling is relatively low, the average oil saturation is 31.28%.In contrast, the average oil saturation innorth Shaanxi is 28.40%, which is significantly lower than in Longdong.Similarly, the oil saturation in the Chang 72 submember reservoir is higher compared to the Chang 71 submember reservoir.

    Sedimentary Response of a Fingered Bar-Type Shoal Water Delta to Lake Level Fluctuations: Insights from Flume Tank Experiments
    REN Dawei, WEI Siyuan, YIN Taiju, CHEN Shaowei, FANG Jiushun, ZHAO Wenkai
    2024, 38(06):  1511-1522.  DOI: 10.19657/j.geoscience.1000-8527.2024.002
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    The finger-bar-type shoal water delta is composed of one or more finger bar composed of mouth bar-natural levee-river channel.This type of delta develops in lake or sea basins with shallow water bodies, relatively stable tectonics, and frequent horizontal fluctuations.This study aims to explore the relationship between frequent lake level fluctuations and the development of finger-bar-type shoal water deltas, along with the formation and response mechanism of their internal sedimentary units.A flume tank experiment was conducted to simulate the development and evolution of bar finger under conditions of frequent lake level rise and fall.The simulation experiments were designed for a 18-cycle model of lake level fluctuations during alternating flood and dry periods.The experiment lasted 108 hours, involving precise monitoring of sedimentary geomorphology and quantitative sedimentological analysis using a 3D laser scanner.The river channel, mouth bar, and natural levee are interrelated and interact with one another.The river channel carries sediments that form a mouth bar at the river mouth, which gradually accumulates and transforms into a natural levee.The solid natural levee reduces the frequency of channel oscillation, allowing the river channel to continuously transport and extend sediments into the lake area.The development of a single-channel finger-bar-type shoal water delta is controlled by the dynamic balance among the river channel, natural levee, and mouth bar, as well as the periodic water level cycles.Additionally, the flow accelerates the establishment of this balanced relationship.The development of the finger-bar-type shoal water delta is characterized by sediment accumulation primarily at the river mouth and strip-like denudation of the river channel.Inconsistent sediment unloading on either side of the estuary cause the river channel to oscillate from side to side.The analysis of the experimental data reveals changes in the sedimentary response of the finger-bar-type shoal water delta.The study summarized the dynamic evolution pattern of its internal units, providing a valuable reference for understanding shoal water delta evolution and for the exploration and development of similar oil and gas reservoirs.

    Identification of Dominant Seepage Channels in Water-flooded Reservoirs and Analysis of Their Effects
    ZHANG Qingyu, JU Binshan
    2024, 38(06):  1523-1531.  DOI: 10.19657/j.geoscience.1000-8527.2024.120
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    The existence and distribution of dominant seepage channels in reservoirs significantly affect reservoir development countermeasures and development effects. This paper uses multiphase seepage and reservoir geology theory to establish a method to characterize the connectivity of sub-layers between injection and production wells and identify the existence of dominant seepage channels. Based on the sub-layer comparison method, geological modeling method and tracer method, the sand body connectivity and the development characteristics of dominant seepage channels of a representative well group in an oil field are dissected in detail. The research results show that among the injection-production wells in the example well group in the study area, the reservoir connectivity rates obtained by the three methods are quite different. Among them, the connectivity rate determined by the tracer method with higher accuracy is 40%, and three dominant seepage channels are identified in the key anatomical layers. The development degrees of the three dominant seepage channels are graded according to the tracer seepage rate and recovery rate. Compared with the actual monitoring results, the connectivity rate obtained by the comparative analysis of the sub-layer is obviously high, and the connectivity rate obtained by the geological modeling method and the tracer method is relatively close, and the connectivity rate obtained by the two methods is affected by the reservoir sedimentation and facies transformation law, heterogeneity and the fineness of the measured data of the developed sub-layer. The tracer method has the best effect in identifying the dominant seepage channel, and the identification accuracy is 25% higher than that of the geological modeling method.

    Research on the Pore Structure Characteristics and Gas Storage Properties of Coal Reservoirs in Western Guizhou: A Case Study of Well D1 in Daijiatian Coal Mine
    BAO Qinglin, DENG Ende, MA Zijie, JIANG Bingren
    2024, 38(06):  1532-1544.  DOI: 10.19657/j.geoscience.1000-8527.2023.091
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    Microscopic pores in coal reservoirs are the primary space for hydrocarbon gas occurrence, thus the structural characteristics of these pores significantly influence gas storage capacity. Understanding these pores and the gas storage properties of coal reservoirs is of great crucial for determining coalbed methane extraction intervals and gas control protection layers. The Western Guizhou region is rich in coal and coalbed methane resources, however, there is limited research on the pore structure characteristics and gas storage properties of its coal reservoirs. This paper uses coal samples from the Permian Longtan Formation, located in Well D1 of the Daijiatian Mine in the Zhina Coalfield, as a case study. The pore structure characteristics of coal reservoirs in the research area were analyzed using field emission scanning electron microscopy, high-pressure mercury method, low temperature N2 adsorption, and high-temperature isothermal adsorption methods. Moreover, the influence of pore structure characteristics on gas storage was discussed. The results indicate that the Longtan Formation coal reservoirs contain a diverse range of micropores, including well-developed micropores, small pores, medium pores, and large pores. The types, forms, and origins of these pores vary among different coals. The specific surface area of micropores is positively correlated with the maximum adsorption volume and on-site desorption volume of CH4, which plays a key role in the adsorption capacity of CH4. This study identified that 14 coal and 27 coal areas have strong gas storage potential and large resource potential, making them suitable as high-quality layers for surface mining of coalbed methane.

    Characteristics and Key Control Factors of Coalbed Methane Well Productivity in the Yangjiapo Block, Eastern Linxing District, Ordos Basin
    YAN Taotao, DENG Zhiyu, WU Peng, GAO Guosen, CHANG Suoliang, FU Xinyu, MENG Yanjun, LIU Yanfei
    2024, 38(06):  1545-1556.  DOI: 10.19657/j.geoscience.1000-8527.2024.057
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    Understanding the characteristics and primary controlling factors of coalbed methane (CBM) well productivity is key to improving utilization rate and achieving economic and efficient development of CBM resources. This paper examines the gas production characteristics, dynamic changes in typical well drainage, and factors affecting CBM well productivity, based on a comprehensive analysis of regional geology and gas well production data from the Yangjiapo block, Eastern Ordos Basin. New parameters, such as gas production per unit decrease in liquid level and the liquid level decrease ratio, were proposed to enhance the rationality and accuracy of evaluating gas well productivity. A grey correlation analysis was used to identify the primary factors controlling the productivity of CBM wells in the Yangjiapo Block. The study results indicate that gas production from CBM wells in the Yangjiapo Block is heterogeneous, with stable rate ranging from 552 to 1744 m3/d. Based on gas production characteristics, the production can be divided into three stages: low production, production increase, and stable production. The primary controlling factors on the production capacity of the CBM wells are geological factors, including the desorption characteristics of coal reservoirs and hydrogeological conditions. A regional CBM enrichment and high-yield model has been proposed, characterized by a high desorption index and weak hydrodynamic conditions. This model suggests that areas with a high desorption index and weak hydrodynamic conditions are more likely to achieve efficient CBM production in the Yangjiapo Block. Understanding these key parameters provide important insights and reference for selecting well locations and efficiently developing resources in this area and potentially other CBM blocks.

    Genetic Model and Development Potential of the Guantao Formation Sandstone Geothermal System in the Zhongmu Sag, Kaifeng Depression
    HE Tingting, DU Li, TAN Xin, LIU Junrong, LUO Lu, ZHANG Hui, LI Hao
    2024, 38(06):  1557-1570.  DOI: 10.19657/j.geoscience.1000-8527.2024.019
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    Research on the genetic mechanisms of geothermal systems and the detailed evaluation of geothermal resources are fundamental to understanding the efficiency of regional geothermal development.In this study, the Zhongmu Sag in Kaifeng Depression is chosen as a case study.Based on the regional geological structural characteristics, and combined with data from geothermal wells and hydrochemical analysis, factors such as the geothermal field, thermal reservoir distribution, and hydrochemical characteristics of the sag are analyzed.We also developed a conceptual model of the geothermal system and carefully evaluated the geothermal resources using a stratification approach.The results indicate that the heat source of the geothermal system in the Zhongmu Sag is primarily derived from heat conduction in the crust and mantle, with a heat flow value of approximately 45-65 mW/m2.The Jiaozuo-Xinxiang-Shangqiu fault in the northern Zhongmu Sag served as a favorable channel for the upward transport of deep heat flow.The thermal reservoir is the Guantao Formation sandstone, which is consistently distributed throughout the area.The depth of the reservoir floor ranges from approximately 1600 to 2200 m.Between 30 and 48 vertical sand layers can be identified within the thermal reservoir.They have a cumulative thickness of approximately 130-420 m, a porosity ranging from 16% to 32%, and a reservoir thickness ratio of up to 67%.The thermal reservoir of the Guantao Formation sandstone in this sag exhibits characteristics where the eastern part is superior to the western part, and the lower section of the Guantao Formation is superior to the upper section.The water temperature of the sandstone geothermal wells in the Guantao Formation ranges from approximately 68 to 85 ℃.The water volume for a single well is between 106 and 155 m3/h, and the hydrochemical solution is primarily Cl-Na, with a salinity of around 10000 to 30000 mg/L.The Upper Quaternary and Minghuazhen Formation have a combined thickness of approximately 1200 m and serve as a good cap rock.The source of geothermal water is primarily replenished by atmospheric precipitation in the western and southwestern mountainous areas.This water then undergoes deep heat conduction and warming before laterally replenishing the thermal reservoir.The geothermal resources of the thermal reservoir are approximately 2245.41×108 GJ, with annual exploitable geothermal resources amounting to 5.61×108 GJ, which is equivalent to about 1.92×106 t of standard coal.The annual exploitation of geothermal resources can support a heating area of approximately 6770×104 m2, demonstrating substantial development potential.

    Study on Characteristics of Neogene Sandstone Geothermal Reservoir in Xi’an Sag,Guanzhong Basin
    WU Chenbingjie, LUO Lu, GAO Nan’an, WANG Xinwei, CUI Zixian
    2024, 38(06):  1571-1584.  DOI: 10.19657/j.geoscience.1000-8527.2024.074
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    The study of the microcharacterization and macroscopic distribution of layered geothermal reservoirs is an important basis for the fine evaluation and scale development of geothermal resources in sandstone geothermal thermal reservoirs. Neogene sandstone geothermal reservoir, which is widely developed in Xi’an Sag, Guanzhong Basin, is consisted of Gaoling Group, Lantian-Bahe Formation and Zhangjiapo Formation from the bottom to the top. Based on the logging and core sample testing data of 16 typical wells in Xianyang, Xi’an, Zhouzhi and other areas in Xi’an Sag, this paper systematically discusses the reservoir characteristics and the relationship between reservoir characteristics and water-yielding capacity. The geothermal reservoir is composed of fluvial-delta-lacustrine interactive sand and mudstone deposition, with positive rhythm characteristics. The reservoir rock is mainly feldspar lithic sandstone, and the reservoir space is dominated by dissolution pores and primary pores. The average porosity of Zhangjiapo Formation is 30.02%, and the average permeability is 451.82×10-3 μm2, which belongs to the medium-high-porosity and medium-high-permeability geothermal reservoir. The average porosity of Lantian-Bahe Formation is 20.43%, and the average permeability is 140.7×10-3 μm2, which belongs to the medium-high-porosity and medium-low-permeability geothermal reservoir. The average porosity of Gaoling Group is 17.28%, and the average permeability is 109.5×10-3 μm2, which belongs to the medium-low-porosity and medium-low-permeability geothermal reservoir. The temperature is generally linearly increased with depth, showing the characteristics of conduction geothermal resources, and the typical temperature-depth curves can be divided into two types of linear and folding patterns. Meanwhile, some wells located in the Weihe Fracture Zone have partial-vertical pattern of temperature-depth curves, showing the characteristics of conduction and convection. The reservoir sands are widely distributed and well hydrated with a large overall thickness, while the single sand thickness is generally less than 5 meters. The sandbody development of the Lantian-Bahe Formation and Gaoling Group is better than that of the Zhangjiapo Formation both vertically and horizontally. Reservoir conditions affect the water-yielding capacity of geothermal wells, and physical properties are the most important factors influencing the actual water production of sand bodies. The water yield of the monolayer is mainly affected by physical properties and argillaceous content. The better physical properties and lower argillaceous content can lead to a higher water yield of monolayer sand. Considering the physical properties, thickness, temperature and other factors, Lantian-Bahe Formation is the optimal layer for development, and its scientific and sustainable development is an important guarantee for the development of the regional geothermal industry.

    Semi-supervised Seismic Wave Impedance Inversion Based on Generative Adversarial Networks
    WANG Yongchang, LIU Caiyun, XIONG Jie, WANG Kang, HU Huanfa, KANG Jiashuai
    2024, 38(06):  1585-1593.  DOI: 10.19657/j.geoscience.1000-8527.2023.089
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    Deep learning impedance inversion usually requires a large amount of labeled data for network training. However, in practical applications, labeled data (well logging data) is often limited. To address this issue, this paper proposes a new semi-supervised seismic inversion method based on Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs). The method improves the traditional GAN network structure by using a conditional GAN (cGAN), redesigning the generator with a Unet structure and the discriminator with a Resnet structure, and employing Wasserstein GAN (WGAN) to construct a new objective function. The network training is divided into two stages: first, training the discriminator with a small amount of labeled data, then, training the generator with a small amount of labeled data and a large amount of unlabeled data, where the generator is constrained by the forward convolutional model. Experimental results on synthetic data demonstrate that the proposed method is suitable for impedance inversion with limited labeled data, accurately reconstructs impedance models, and exhibits good noise resistance. Inversion results on real field data also indicate the practicality of this method. This method offers a novel approach for addressing the challenge of limited labeled data in seismic wave impedance inversion, holding promising prospects for practical applications.

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    WANG Lei, LI Kewen, ZHU Yuhao, HE Jifu, CHEN Jinlong, YANG Luyu, YANG Guodong
    2024, 38(06):  1594-1606.  DOI: 10.19657/j.geoscience.1000-8527.2023.115
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    In recent years, as pollution from fossil fuels has worsened, sustainable development has gained prominence, and Chinese “Double Carbon” policy has been implemented.The use of thermoelectric technologies has increased in areas such as geothermal exploration and development, sensor batteries, and thermoelectric power generation.The thermoelectric effects mainly include the Seebeck effect, the Peltier effect, and the Thomson effect.There is abundant literature describing the basic principles of the three thermoelectric effects.However, there is a scarcity of reports that simultaneously address their principles, interrelations, and application scenarios.In this study, the basic principles and interrelations of the three thermoelectric effects are elucidated.We outline the strengths, weakness, and diverse application scenarios of these technologies based on three thermoelectric effects.Furthermore, we discussed the progress of thermoelectric technology applications in various fields, particularly in clean energy, such as geothermal energy exploration and utilization.

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    2024, 38(06):  1607-1612.  DOI: 10.19657/j.geoscience.1000-8527.2024.121
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    The construction of geocultural village is in the ascendant, but the understanding of the concept and connotation of geological culture is still open to question. This paper mainly discusses the concept of geoculture, focusing on the interpretation and cognition of the 16-character guiding ideology of “geology as the base, culture is the soul,integration comes first, benefiting the people is the goal”. In the view of the problems in the application of geocultural village, it is emphasized that geocultural village should reflect the integration of geology and culture. The complementary and development of geocultural village and geopark is analyzed in particular, and geocultural village should focus on geoculture, dig and analyze the cultural connotation closely related to geology, protect and inherit geoculture, so as to attract tourists with cultural tourism and promote local economic development, rural revitalization and social progress. Therefore, geocultural village is not equivalent to geopark and it should have its own characteristics in the application and construction of geocultural village.

    Spatial Distribution Characteristics and Influencing Factors of Key Geoheritage Sites in Hubei Province
    SUN Zhijie, HUANG Bo, HE Jie, ZENG Jia, LIAO Yuan, WANG Yu
    2024, 38(06):  1613-1623.  DOI: 10.19657/j.geoscience.1000-8527.2024.107
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    Studying the spatial patterns and influencing factors of important geoheritage is crucial for advancing geoheritage research and developing the geotourism economy.This paper examines 334 important geoheritage sites in Hubei Province using tools such as the average nearest neighbor index, kernel density analysis, imbalance index, spatial autocorrelation, and geographic detector to explore their spatial distribution and driving factors.The results show that key geoheritage sites in Hubei Province exhibit a significant aggregated distribution pattern, with an uneven spatial distribution.These sites are primarily concentrated in areas such as Yichang, Enshi, Shennongjia, and Shiyan in the western part of the province.On a global scale, important geoheritage sites show a significant positive spatial correlation.However, at a local scale, the spatial aggregation patterns for different types of geoheritage vary significantly.Geographic detector results indicate that factors such as mineral resources, topographic and landform conditions, strata, lithology, tourism resources, economic conditions, tourism income, each with a single-factor explanatory power greater than 0.2, are the main determinants of the spatial distribution of geological relics.Additionally, interactions between climate conditions, geological structure, economic conditions, and tourism resources, with explanatory power exceeding 0.7, are also significant in influencing the spatial distribution of geological relics.

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