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Title: Innovations by Inventor Hui Cao
Introduction
Hui Cao is a notable inventor based in Sugar Land, TX (US). He has made significant contributions to the field of reservoir simulation, holding 2 patents that showcase his innovative approaches to fluid flow in subterranean reservoirs and production equipment.
Latest Patents
Hui Cao's latest patents include a method and system for coupling reservoir and surface facility simulations. This invention discloses a method, system, and apparatus for coupling independent reservoir and surface facility network simulators. The reservoir simulator is designed to simulate fluid flow in subterranean reservoirs, while the surface facility network simulator simulates fluid flow in production equipment. The simulation process initiates fluid flow in the subterranean reservoir using the reservoir simulator, followed by the surface facility network simulator for production equipment. The coupling of these simulations is achieved through a sub-domain inflow performance relationship.
Another significant patent by Hui Cao is an apparatus, method, and system for improved reservoir simulation using a multiplicative overlapping Schwarz preconditioning for adaptive implicit linear systems. This invention involves conducting a reservoir simulation using a reservoir model of a gridded region of interest. The method includes identifying different cell types for the grid, constructing an overall matrix based on these cell types, and applying an overlapping multiplicative Schwartz procedure to solve for unknown variables.
Career Highlights
Hui Cao has worked with prominent companies in the industry, including Schlumberger Technology Corporation and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. His experience in these organizations has contributed to his expertise in reservoir simulation and fluid dynamics.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Hui Cao has collaborated with esteemed colleagues such as John R. Wallis and Hamdi A. Tchelepi. These collaborations have further enriched his work and innovations in the field.
Conclusion
Hui Cao's contributions to reservoir simulation through his patents and collaborations highlight his role as an influential inventor in the industry. His innovative methods continue to advance the understanding and efficiency of fluid flow in subterranean reservoirs and production systems.