A better look at what lies beneath the surface continues to be a target for oil industry research and development efforts. A stronger grasp of the subsurface will lead operators to the best spots in the reservoir, better understand the rock’s fractures to allow them to more effectively hydraulically fracture the well, and better produce the well.
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