An investigation into the application of fuzzy logic to well stimulation treatment design

Designing an optimal stimulation treatment for an oil or gas well is a complex procedure requiring in-depth knowledge and experience. This paper describes how fuzzy logic applies to stimulation design and clearly illustrates how to apply fuzzy logic theory. The paper also discusses the advantages and disadvantages of applying fuzzy logic to well stimulation design. Fuzzy logic evaluators can be applied to study, evaluate, and determine the best methods to improve productivity in oil and gas wells or injectivity in water wells. The approach can be extended to the solution of other problems associated with drilling, completing, and working over wells and with formation damage diagnosis.