Multiscale Characterization of Mudstones - Implications for Geoenergy Systems and Geodisposal

Explore the complexities of mudstone characterization in this comprehensive lecture by Professor Kevin Taylor from The University of Manchester. Delve into the challenges of compositional variability and multiple scales in mudstone analysis, and learn about advanced techniques including neutron source analysis. Discover the importance of upscaling, basic time considerations, and rig operations in mudstone research. Examine fracture propagation, CO2 experiments, barium precipitations, and shell swelling phenomena. Gain insights into the multiscale approach for studying mudstones and its implications for geoenergy systems and geodisposal. Understand the significance of microfractures, gas absorption, and observational work in this field. Conclude with a discussion on moving forward in mudstone research and potential collaboration opportunities.

Introduction
Welcome
Who am I
My research
Challenges
Compositional variability
Multiple scales
Techniques
Neutron Source
Types
Coordination numbers
Comparing units
Connectivity
Conclusions
Methods
Upscaling
Basic time
Rigs
Fracture propagation
CO2 experiments
Barium precipitations
Shell swelling
Multiscale approach
Moving forward
Collaboration opportunities
Questions
Microfractures
Gas absorption
Observational work