Fifth EAGE Workshop on Naturally Fractured Rocks Field Trip

Field Trips supported by:

Trip Leaders : Pascal Richard1, Juliette Lamarche2, Thomas Finkbeiner3, François Civet4

1: PRgeology; 2: Aix Marseille University – CEREGE; 3: King Abdullah University of Science & Technology; 4: VR2Planets

Image Image Courtesy: Loic L Bazalette - Shell & Juliette Lamarche - Aix-Marseille University

Extracted of Madar Virtual Scene from VRExplorer with examples of measurement tools

Get ready for an unforgettable experience with our Naturally Fractured Workshop!
We're excited to present a one-of-a-kind, unique Field Trip!
First, embark on a captivating Virtual Reality journey on September 25th, all from the comfort of your own location. Then, join us for a thrilling adventure to the foothills of the Oman mountains in Jebel Madar on October 5th and 6th. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to explore both virtually and in real life!
For more information about the Jebel Madar Virtual Reality field trip, please click here
Get ready for an unforgettable experience with our Naturally Fractured Workshop!
* Please note that both the Virtual Field trip on 25th September and the physical filed trips on 5th & 6th October are included in the registration cost

Objectives

This enables participants to better handle both field work and analysis. In the field, we will observe a complex structural pattern of faults (e.g. normal faults, transtensional faults, grabens) and natural fractures (e.g. layer bound fractures and fracture corridors) that deformed the carbonates. Along the day, we will switch from large-scale faults down to small fractures. In combination with the virtual field, we will understand their 3D geometry and imbrication, the relations to the mechanical stratigraphy and the timing of deformation. Participants will appreciate how field and virtual geology help to up-scale when creating reservoir-size geological models.

Logistics

The outcrops are located only a 2 ½ hours drive away from the workshop venue. Safe transportation is assured by high standard 4 wheel vehicles with professional, experienced and well trained drivers from the Omani tour organizer Shuram. The field trip will consist of a ~3 km long hike, with several stops. We will have lunch half way through the day in the middle of the Jebel (note, you will not need to carry your lunch). On each location, we will have plenty of time for observations, exercises, and numerous discussions. We look forward to your active contribution in the field!