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Effects of Relative Permeability History Dependence on Two-Phase Flow in Porous Media

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Hysteresis phenomena in multi-phase flow in porous media has been recognized by many researchers and widely believed to have significant effects on the flow. In an attempt to account for these effects, a theoretical model for history-dependent relative permeabilities is considered. This model is incorporated into 1-D two-phase nondiffusive flow system and the corresponding flow is predicted. Flow history is observed to have a notable impact on the saturation profile and fluids breakthrough.

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Furati, K.M. Effects of Relative Permeability History Dependence on Two-Phase Flow in Porous Media. Transport in Porous Media 28, 181–203 (1997). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1006556018950

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