Definition
Mathematical model of multiphase wellbore flow predicts the temperature, pressure and flow speed distribution along the hole with account for:
- tubing head pressure which is set by gathering system or injection pump
- wellbore design
- pump characterisits
- fluid friction with tubing /casing walls
- interfacial phase slippage
- heat exchange between wellbore fluid and surrounding rocks
Temperature Model
References
Beggs, H. D. and Brill, J. P.: "A Study of Two-Phase Flow in Inclined Pipes," J. Pet. Tech., May (1973), 607-617