Simulation of filter gravel pack in-wash in a well with a significant deviation from a vertical or in horizontal well

Abstract

Swirling flow simulation problem is used to develop algorithms for structural optimization of swirlers designed for installation of a gravel filter in horizontal or controlled directional wells. The practical need for study of hydrodynamic processes for circular channels encourages the use of numerical calculations for a set of basic models with a different simplification degree. The paper presents the relevant models and design data.