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Calculate Reservoir-Scale Capillary Number Validator for EOR Screening
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Reservoir-Scale Capillary Number Validator for EOR Screening calculator computes Capillary number in dimensionless using the defined engineering formula and the input values provided. Capillary number is expressed in dimensionless. No universal acceptance threshold is defined by this calculator.
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Given:
- Water-phase dynamic viscosity = 0.001
- Darcy velocity (superficial velocity) = 2.0E-6
- Oil-water interfacial tension = 0.025
Expected Result:
- Capillary number = 8.0E-5
Engineering Interpretation:
Under the given input conditions, the calculated result is: Capillary number = 8.0E-5 dimensionless.
The actual numerical result is computed by the Runtime engine using the persisted tool definition. The values shown here come from automatically validated test cases.
Formula / Method
capillary number = (water-phase dynamic viscosity * superficial velocity) / oil-water interfacial tensionFormula family: formula_reservoir_reservoir_scale_capillary_number_validator_for_eor_screening
Variables
| Symbol | Label | Role | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| viscosity_water | Water-phase dynamic viscosity | INPUT | Water-phase dynamic viscosity |
| velocity_darcy | Darcy velocity (superficial velocity) | INPUT | Darcy velocity (superficial velocity) |
| interfacial_tension | Oil-water interfacial tension | INPUT | Oil-water interfacial tension |
| capillary_number | Capillary number | OUTPUT | Capillary number |
Calculation Steps
- Enter the water-phase dynamic viscosity in Pa*s.
- Enter the darcy velocity (superficial velocity) in m/s.
- Enter the oil-water interfacial tension in N/m.
- Step 1: Compute capillary number.
- Read the capillary number (dimensionless) from the results.
Engineering Summary
Calculate Reservoir-Scale Capillary Number Validator for EOR Screening
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this calculator calculate?
The Reservoir-Scale Capillary Number Validator for EOR Screening calculator estimates Capillary number based on the input parameters you provide
Why is water-phase dynamic viscosity important in this calculation?
water-phase dynamic viscosity is directly proportional to capillary number. When you enter water-phase dynamic viscosity in Pa*s, the calculator uses it in the engineering formula to compute the output
How should I interpret the result capillary number?
The calculator outputs capillary number in dimensionless. The result is computed directly from the input values using the defined engineering formula
What units should I use for the inputs?
Enter each value in the units shown next to the input field: Water-phase dynamic viscosity (Pa*s), Darcy velocity (superficial velocity) (m/s), Oil-water interfacial tension (N/m). Make sure all inputs use the specified units for consistent results
What assumptions does this calculator use?
This calculator uses automatically validated engineering formulas. Results are approximate and should be validated against site-specific conditions, applicable codes, and professional engineering judgment
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