Equipment/Software/Literature

April 10, 2000
Newly released MuSE Software Development Environment 2000 allows software programmers and end users to better use sound, 3D graphics, new display technologies, and a mix of operating platforms to present and understand complex data using perceptual computing.

Software package aids complex data display

Newly released MuSE Software Development Environment 2000 allows software programmers and end users to better use sound, 3D graphics, new display technologies, and a mix of operating platforms to present and understand complex data using perceptual computing.

The software is suited, for example, to help users to explore or deploy multiple pipeline displays not only for visualization theaters but also for desktop use. Compliant applications created with MuSE 2000 can be adapted to almost any display environment

Programmers can create applications that integrate any form of digital data with powerful visual presentation capabilities, tactile feedback, interactive audio, head tracking, and other features that take advantage of human perceptual skills. Built-in network collaboration capabilities permit multiple users on any TCP/IP-compatible network to manipulate data and interact together within a MuSE-based application regardless of their geographic location, hardware configuration, or computing platform. Applications created with MuSE 2000 can be licensed for run-time usage and are fully scalable across Windows NT and UNIX platforms.

Source: MUSE Technologies Inc., 1601 Randolph SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106.

Guide to downhole gas/water separation technology

A new guide to downhole produced water management is designed to help natural gas producers make better decisions on technology for separating and disposing of water while in the wellbore.

The guide, Technology Assessment and Economic Evaluation of Downhole Gas/Water Separation and Disposal Tools (GRI-99-0218), is published on CD-ROM and features an evaluation of the technical, economic, and regulatory barriers for downhole gas/water separation (DGWS) technology. The report provides guidance on the emerging area of DGWS technology, including applications and system requirements, as well as operational advantages and limitations. Also included are detailed tool descriptions, a list of suppliers, and regulatory references.

The CD-ROM is searchable and features 53 case studies by 7 geographical regions and 5 tool types, multimedia tool illustrations, and an interactive economic model to expedite individual analysis of DGWS technology.

The guide indicates that, where applicable, DGWS technology has the capability to increase well profitability through combinations of lower produced water management costs, increased well production rates, and improved economic life.

Source: Gas Research Institute, 8600 W. Bryn Mawr Ave., Chicago, IL 60631-3562.

Seismic imaging system

The first component of a new seismic acquisition and processing system known as Q-Land offers improvements in the imaging of reservoirs using advanced technology in complex geological areas to capture targets that have previously been invisible.

The system can acquire seismic wave fields recorded on as many as 30,000 single sensors in real time. The technology delivers an optimally sampled seismic wave field corrected for the intra-array perturbations that degrade the seismic signal with conventional acquisition systems.

The system can image targets that were previously considered invisible, with high repeatability and excellent temporal and spatial resolution, the company says. Users will benefit from improved play selection and well locations, as well as improved reservoir characterization and management, the company notes.

The system is particularly helpful to users whose prospect has complex logistics, a poor signal-to-noise ratio, ground roll contamination, statics problems, or elevation variations. Other specific applications include 3D multicomponent seismic, high-resolution imaging, and avoiding potential drilling hazards.

Source: Schlumberger Oilfield Services, 225 Schlumberger Drive, Sugar Land, TX 77479-3136.

Wireless modem extends local area network to PLC

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The SCADALink Lanbridge 900 is a wireless ethernet modem that can be used to extend a local area network to remote programmable logic controllers (PLCs), remote terminal units, and computer work stations.

License-free 900 Mhz frequency-hopping radio technology gives the modem long distance wireless local area network communication for industry environments. A range of 20 miles can be achieved.

With features such as 10-26 v dc operating range, panel-mount housing, and integrated four port hub, the 900 is suited for connecting remote PLCs to your network.

Source: Bentek Systems Ltd., 526- 42nd Ave. SE, Calgary, Alta., T2G 1Y6.