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Deep hydraulic fracture imaging: Recent advances in tiltmeter technologies

Castillo et al., 1997

Document ID
5979100310275121941
Author
Castillo D
Hunter S
Harben P
Wright C
Conant R
Davis E
Publication year
Publication venue
International Journal of Rock Mechanics and Mining Sciences

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Significant advancements in tiltmeter technologies has improved our ability to map the geometry of hydraulic fractures at great depth. This Department of Energy sponsored effort with widespread industry collaboration has extended the capability of near-surface tiltmeters …
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