Gang Lei is a Professor in Geological Engineering at the China University of Geosciences. His expertise lies in petroleum engineering, particularly in areas such as fluid flow and transport in fractal media under stress conditions, multi-phase fluid flow in fractured-vuggy reservoirs, and percolation rules in tight sandstone gas reservoirs. With a strong background in mathematics and computational mathematics, Lei has contributed significantly to the understanding of complex fluid dynamics in porous media. He is skilled in utilizing various analytical and numerical modeling techniques to address challenges in reservoir engineering.
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Gang Lei has an impressive publication record, with numerous papers published in refereed journals, including as the corresponding author. His research has been cited extensively, as evidenced by his Google Scholar profile. Lei’s work spans various topics in petroleum engineering, from theoretical analyses to experimental studies, demonstrating his versatility and depth of expertise in the field.
- Citations: Lei Gang’s work has been cited 4,355 times across 3,593 documents.
- Documents: Lei Gang has authored or co-authored 293 documents.
- h-index: Lei Gang’s h-index, a measure of productivity and citation impact, is 29.
Education:
Lei’s academic journey began with a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and Applied Mathematics from China Agricultural University, followed by a Master’s degree in Computational Mathematics from China University of Petroleum-Beijing. He further pursued a Ph.D. in Petroleum Engineering at China University of Petroleum-Beijing, focusing on the study of percolation rules in tight sandstone gas reservoirs. Additionally, Lei completed post-doctoral research in Petroleum Engineering at Peking University and King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Saudi Arabia.
Research Focus:
Lei’s research primarily revolves around understanding fluid flow and transport phenomena in complex geological formations, particularly in porous and fractured media. His work includes investigating the behavior of multiphase fluids in fractured-vuggy reservoirs, analyzing stress-dependent permeability in porous media, and developing analytical models for various aspects of fluid dynamics under stress conditions. Lei’s research contributes to enhancing the understanding of reservoir behavior and optimizing strategies for oil and gas recovery.
Professional Journey:
Following his Ph.D., Lei embarked on a post-doctoral research journey, which included stints at Peking University and King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Saudi Arabia. Subsequently, he transitioned to his current position as a Professor in Geological Engineering at China University of Geosciences. Throughout his career, Lei has been actively involved in research, teaching, and professional service, contributing significantly to the field of petroleum engineering.
Honors & Awards:
Lei has received recognition for his academic achievements, including awards such as the Second Prize in the Paper Contest for the 5th Future Petroleum Engineers Forum and Enterprise First Scholarships for Doctor Candidates of China University of Petroleum-Beijing. His honors highlight his excellence in research and scholarly contributions to the field of petroleum engineering.
Publications Noted & Contributions:
Lei has made notable contributions to the petroleum engineering literature, with a prolific publication record comprising numerous papers in refereed journals, conference proceedings, and patents. His research covers a wide range of topics, including but not limited to, permeability prediction in fractured reservoirs, fluid flow in porous and fractured media under stress conditions, and modeling of multiphase flow phenomena. Lei’s publications reflect his deep expertise and significant contributions to advancing knowledge in petroleum engineering.
Title: Integrated Study on Carbon Dioxide Geological Sequestration and Gas Injection Huff-n-Puff to Enhance Shale Oil Recovery
- Authors: L Wang, S Cai, W Chen, G Lei
- Journal: Energies
- Year: 2024
- Summary: This study likely explores the combined approach of carbon dioxide geological sequestration and gas injection techniques (Huff-n-Puff) to enhance shale oil recovery, focusing on its feasibility, effectiveness, and potential environmental implications.
Title: A Novel Threshold Pressure Gradient Model and Its Influence on Production Simulation for Shale Oil Reservoirs
- Authors: J Qu, Z Tang, G Lei, Q Wu, Q Liao, F Ning
- Journal: Energy & Fuels
- Year: 2024
- Summary: This paper may introduce a new model for threshold pressure gradient in shale oil reservoirs and discuss its impact on production simulation. It likely addresses the complexities of fluid flow in shale formations and its implications for reservoir management.
Title: Super-resolution reconstruction of 3D digital rocks by deep neural networks
- Authors: S You, Q Liao, Z Yan, G Li, S Tian, X Song, H Wang, L Xue, G Lei, X Liu, …
- Journal: Geoenergy Science and Engineering
- Year: 2024
- Summary: This study might present a method for super-resolution reconstruction of 3D digital rock images using deep neural networks. It could focus on improving the resolution and quality of digital rock models for better characterization of reservoir properties.
Title: Estimation of heat transfer and thermal conductivity of particle-reinforced hollow cylinder composites
- Authors: G Zhang, L Zhang, G Lei, Y Gao
- Journal: Mechanics of Advanced Materials and Structures
- Year: 2024
- Summary: This paper may discuss the estimation of heat transfer and thermal conductivity properties of particle-reinforced hollow cylinder composites. It could be relevant for understanding the thermal behavior of composite materials in various engineering applications.
Title: Experimental study on dual benefits of improvement of CO2 enhanced oil recovery and its storage capacity for depleted carbonate oil reservoirs
- Authors: X Zhou, W Yu, G Lei, SZ Khan, R Al-Abdrabainabi, MS Kamal, YS Wu
- Journal: Advances in Geo-Energy Research
- Year: 2024
- Summary: This study likely presents experimental findings on the benefits of CO2 enhanced oil recovery and its potential for carbon storage in depleted carbonate oil reservoirs. It could explore the synergies between enhanced oil recovery techniques and carbon capture and storage initiatives.
Research Timeline:
Lei’s research journey has been marked by a series of impactful projects and collaborations. From his early work on evaluating ultralow permeability reservoirs during CO2 flooding to his recent investigations into stress-dependent permeability in fractured-vuggy reservoirs, Lei’s research timeline showcases a progression of expertise and innovation in petroleum engineering. His projects have encompassed both experimental and theoretical approaches, contributing to advancements in reservoir characterization and enhanced oil recovery strategies.
Collaborations and Projects:
Throughout his career, Lei has collaborated on various research projects with institutions and organizations both domestically and internationally. These collaborations have enabled him to tackle complex challenges in petroleum engineering, ranging from reservoir characterization to fluid flow modeling in porous and fractured media. Lei’s involvement in projects such as studying multiphase pseudo relative permeability and analyzing key technologies for enhanced oil recovery underscores his interdisciplinary approach and commitment to addressing industry-relevant problems.
