Doctorate at University of Padova, Italy
Profiles
🌟 Summary
Wei Feng is a dedicated postdoctoral researcher at the University of Padova, specializing in rock deformation and seismic physics. With a Ph.D. in Earth Sciences from the University of Padova and a strong background in petroleum engineering from leading Chinese universities, Wei's work focuses on the mechanics of fault slip and the role of fluids in geological processes. His research aims to enhance our understanding of earthquake dynamics and rock behavior under various conditions.
🎓 Education
Ph.D. in Earth Sciences
University of Padova, Padova, Italy
Thesis: "Investigation of seismic slip in experimental faults under hydrothermal conditions"
Supervisor: Prof. Giulio Di Toro
M.Sc. in Petroleum Engineering
China University of Petroleum, Beijing, China
Thesis: "Study on the plugging mechanism of acid-etched fracture"
Supervisors: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Chen Yang, Prof. Dr. Fujian Zhou
B.Sc. in Petroleum Engineering
Southwest Petroleum University, Chengdu, China
Thesis: "Study on the design method of casing string in deep wells"
Supervisor: Prof. Dr. Qian Li
🔬 Professional Experience
Since December 2023, Wei has been working as a postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Geosciences at the University of Padova. He has also held visiting scholar positions at the School of Aerospace Engineering, Tsinghua University, and the Institute of Geology, China Earthquake Administration. His work has been supported by prestigious grants, including the ERC CoR. NOFEAR project, where he conducted over 300 experiments to investigate the impact of physical conditions on rock friction and stability.
🌍 Research Interests
Wei Feng's research interests lie at the intersection of rock mechanics, earthquake science, and petroleum engineering. He is particularly focused on understanding the role of pore fluids and temperature in determining the frictional behavior of rocks, such as gabbro and basalt gouges. His work aims to enhance our understanding of the seismic cycle, exploring fault slip and healing processes under hydrothermal conditions. Additionally, Wei applies his expertise to the petroleum industry, developing innovative techniques for reservoir stimulation and enhanced oil recovery, including acid-etched fracture analysis and temporary plugging mechanisms.
📖 Publication
Recent Advances in Reservoir Stimulation and Enhanced Oil Recovery Technology in Unconventional Reservoirs
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- Authors: Zhang, L., Pan, L., Zou, Y., ... Li, M., Feng, W.
- Journal: Processes
- Year: 2024
Physical State of Water Controls Friction of Gabbro-built Faults
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- Authors: Feng, W., Yao, L., Cornelio, C., ... Mazzoli, C., Di Toro, G.
- Journal: Nature Communications
- Year: 2023
Late Oligocene–Early Miocene Incision of the Three Gorges and the Initial Establishment of an East-flowing Yangtze River
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- Authors: Yang, C., Jiao, R., Zattin, M., ... Zou, Y., Ge, X.
- Journal: Geomorphology
- Year: 2023
Experimental Study on Surface Morphology and Relevant Plugging Behavior within Acid-etched and Unetched Fractures
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- Authors: Feng, W., Yang, C., Zhou, F.
- Journal: Journal of Natural Gas Science and Engineering
- Year: 2021
Formation of Temporary Plugging in Acid-etched Fracture with Degradable Diverters
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- Authors: Yang, C., Feng, W., Zhou, F.
- Journal: Journal of Petroleum Science and Engineering
- Year: 2020
An Integrated Experimental Method to Investigate Tool-less Temporary-plugging Multistage Acid Fracturing of Horizontal Well by Using Self-degradable Diverters
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- Authors: Zhang, L., Zhou, F., Mou, J., ... Li, Z., Zhang, S.
- Journal: SPE Journal
- Year: 2020
Experimental Study on Plugging Behavior of Degradable Fibers and Particulates within Acid-etched Fracture
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- Authors: Zhang, L., Zhou, F., Feng, W., ... Li, Z., Li, X.
- Journal: Journal of Petroleum Science and Engineering
- Year: 2020
Experimental Study on the Surface Feature of Acid-etched Fractures in Carbonate Rocks | 碳酸盐岩酸蚀裂缝表面形态特征的实验研究
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- Authors: Feng, W., Yang, C., Tao, S., ... Zhang, L., Zhou, F.
- Journal: Lithologic Reservoirs
- Year: 2020
Plugging Mechanism of Fibers and Particulates in Hydraulic Fracture
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- Authors: Yang, C., Zhou, F., Feng, W., ... Yuan, L., Gao, L.
- Journal: Journal of Petroleum Science and Engineering
- Year: 2019
Influences of Elastic Parameters on Drag-Reduction Effect in Turbulent Flow of Viscoelastic Fluid
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- Authors: Yang, C., Feng, W., Liu, J., ... Tian, Z., Wang, C.
- Journal: IOP Conference Series: Earth and Environmental Science
- Year: 2019