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NERC Reference : NER/T/S/2000/01019

Architecture and controls of sinuous submarine channels: analysis of 3-D seismic data, modern channel systems and experimental investigations

Grant Award

Principal Investigator:
Professor S Gupta, Imperial College London, Earth Science and Engineering
Co-Investigator:
Professor J Peakall, University of Leeds, School of Earth and Environment
Science Area:
Earth
Overall Classification:
Earth
ENRIs:
Natural Resource Management
Science Topics:
Earth Resources
Sediment/Sedimentary Processes
Abstract:
Sinuous submarine channel systems are important sedimentary components of continental margins and form significant oil reservoirs in the Deep Offshore. Their internal sedimentary archticture and the processes that govern this are very poorly understood, thus limiting their reservoir predictability. We propose an integrated study to analyse the gross-scale hydrodynamic and sedimentary processes of siinuous submarine channels in order to evaluate controls on intra-channel facies distribution. This will be achieved by controlled laboratory experiments, examination of modern systems, and analysis of high-resolution 3D seismic datasets utilising innovative 3D modelling and visualistaion technologies. We will then use these results to build generic facies models of intra-channel architecture, and to develop 3D modelling tools to enhace reservoir prediction.
Period of Award:
1 May 2002 - 31 Jan 2005
Value:
£58,758 Lead Split Award
Authorised funds only
NERC Reference:
NER/T/S/2000/01019
Grant Stage:
Completed
Scheme:
Directed Pre FEC
Grant Status:
Closed

This grant award has a total value of £58,758  

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FDAB - Financial Details (Award breakdown by headings)

Total - StaffTotal - EquipmentTotal - Indirect Costs
£40,089£228£18,441

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