Advances in Geophysics, Tectonics and Petroleum Geosciences: Proceedings of the 2nd Springer Conference of the Arabian Journal of Geosciences ... in Science, Technology & Innovation)

About the 2nd Springer Conference of the Arabian Journal of Geosciences (CAJG-2), Tunisia 2019
	Proceedings Volume 1: New Prospects in Environmental Geosciences and Hydrogeosciences
	Proceedings Volume 2: Advances in Geophysics, Tectonics and Petroleum Geosciences
	Proceedings Volume 3: Recent Research on Geomorphology, Sedimentology and Geochemistry
	Proceedings Volume 4: Research developments in Geotechnics, Geo-Informatics and Remote Sensing
About the Conference Steering Committee
Preface
Contents
About the Editors
Earthquake Seismology and Geodesy (T3): IGCP-659 Meeting—Seismic Hazard and Risk Assessment in Africa
1 Tsunami Hazard Along the Eastern African Coast from Mega-Earthquake Sources in the Indian Ocean
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Earthquake Sources and Hydrodynamic Simulations
	3 Results
	4 Conclusions
	References
2 Preliminary Tsunami Hazard Map for Africa
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methodology
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
3 The AD 365 Crete Earthquake/Tsunami Submarine Impact on the Mediterranean Region
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
4 The AD 365 Alexandria (Egypt) Tsunami, Revisited
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Evaluation of the Tsunami Model Predictions
	3 Revisiting Historical Sources
		3.1 Alexandria
		3.2 Methoni
	4 Discussion
	Acknowledgements
	References
5 Seismotectonics of the Easternmost Cyprus Arc: Implications for Tsunami Hazard Assessment
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
6 Seismic Hazard and Risk in Africa, a Hidden Hazard in an Extreme Vulnerable Context
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 The SEISMOSHAF Project
	3 Implementation Strategy
	References
7 Seismotectonics of the Khurutse Region, Botswana
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Results
	3 Discussion and Conclusion
	References
8 Kinematic and Elastic Modeling of Fault-Related Folds: Examples from Active Structures of the Tell Atlas (Northern Algeria)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Analysis and Results
	4 Discussion and Conclusion
	References
9 Magmatic Rifting and Seismicity in Afar and Northern Main Ethiopian Rift (MER)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methods
	3 Results
		3.1 Results (Earthquake Swarms)
		3.2 Results (Frequency Time Analysis)
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
10 Architecture and Evolution of the Kivu Rift Within the Western Branch of the East African Rift System: Implications for Seismic Hazard Assessment
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Geological and Neotectonic Evolution
	3 Seismic Hazard Evaluation
	4 Discussion/Conclusion
	References
11 Stress Transfer and Poroelasticity Associated to Major Earthquakes: From the East African Rift to the African–Eurasian Plate Boundary
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Stress Modeling and Fault Interaction
	3 Results
	4 Conclusion
	References
12 Seismic Risk in Ghana: Efforts and Challenges
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Discussions
	4 Conclusions
	References
13 Toward an African Seismological Data Center
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methodology
	3 Discussion
	References
14 An Overview of the Seismic Hazard in Sudan
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Method
	3 Results
	4 Discussion and Conclusion
	References
15 Seismic Hazard Assessment in Kenya and Its Vicinity
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Material and Method
	3 Results and Discussion
	4 Conclusion
	References
16 Probabilistic Seismic Hazard Assessment for the Main Cities Along the Continental Section of the Cameroon Volcanic Line
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Data and Methods
	3 Results
		3.1 Earthquake Catalogue of CVL
		3.2 Seismic Source Zones and Seismicity Models
		3.3 Ground Motion Prediction Equations (GMPE)
		3.4 Seismic Hazard Along the CVL
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
17 Assessing Seismic Hazard for the Democratic Republic of Congo and Its Vicinity Based on New Seismic Zoning Source Model
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methodology
		2.1 Declustering and Assessment of the Completeness of the Earthquake Catalogue
		2.2 Seismic Source Zoning and Seismicity Analysis
		2.3 Ground Motion Prediction Equations and Hazard Computation
	3 Results
	4 Discussion, Conclusion and Recommendations
	References
19 AEON Transdisciplinary Natural Baseline in the Karoo (South Africa)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Transdisciplinary Baseline in the Karoo
	3 Deep and Shallow Aquifer Connectivity as Early Warning Systems
	4 Geophysical Probing of the Critical Zone
		4.1 Airborne Magnetic Mapping of Subsurface Structures
		4.2 Ambient Noise Imaging and Micro-Earthquake Monitoring
		4.3 Deep Conductive Horizons Imaging Using Natural Earth’s Electrical Currents and Magnetism
	5 Discussion and Conclusions
	References
Earthquake Geodesy
20 Active Deformation in Tunisia from Continuous GPS Data
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Neotectonic Setting
	3 Results
	4 Discussion and Conclusion
	References
21 Active Deformation in Northern Algeria from Continuous GPS Measurements and Recent Seismic Data
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Data Acquisition and Processing
	3 Results
	4 Implication to Seismic Hazard Assessment
	5 Discussion-Conclusion
	References
22 How InSAR Can Help on the Seismic Hazard Assessment
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methods
	3 Results
	4 Discussion and Conclusions
	References
23 Surface Deformation Monitoring from SAR Interferometry for Seismic Hazard Assessment Around Major Active Faults: Case of Zemmouri Earthquake (Algeria)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Data Analysis and Processing
	3 Results and Discussion
	4 Conclusions
	References
24 The Use of an ELMI for Measuring the Movement of the Trougout and the Ajdir-Imzouren Faults—(North East of the RIF) MOROCCO—Between 2017 and 2019
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Study Area
	3 Methodology
	4 Result and Discussion
	5 Conclusion
	Acknowledgements
	References
25 Land and Sea Earthquakes Triggered by Groundwater Fluctuation Due to the Hydrologic Cycle in South Korea
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Results
		3.1 Comparison of Earthquakes Between Lands and Seas
		3.2 Rainfall, Groundwater and Earthquakes
	4 Conclusions
	Acknowledgements
	References
Seismotectonics, Archeoseismology and Active Faulting
26 Advances in Archaeoseismology
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Concept and Methods
	3 Examples
		3.1 Precariously Balanced Archaeological Structures
		3.2 Adapted Building Techniques
		3.3 Earthquake Source Parameters
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
27 Possible Tectonic Styles of Future Earthquakes from Seismic Moment Tensors of Previous Events: An Example in Italy
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Computational Method
	3 Discussion and Conclusions
	References
28 Stress Transferred by the May 2010 Beni-Ilmane Seismic Sequence
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Coulomb Stress Changes
	3 Stress Change Following the First Shock
	4 Stress Change Following the First and Second Shocks
	5 Coulomb Stress Change and Aftershocks’ Sequence
		5.1 Aftershocks’ Sequence Between the Second Shock and the Third Shock
	6 Discussion and Conclusion
	References
29 Contribution of the Pleiade Satellite Image Processing in the Characterization of the Active and Seismogenic Structures in the Tell Atlas (Northern Algeria)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Results (Presentation of Some Examples)
	4 Discussion and Conclusion
	References
30 Historical and Archeoseismic Investigations in Kairouan Region (Central Tunisia): Evidence for the 9 October 859 AD Large Earthquake
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 The 9th of October, 859 Earthquake
	3 Results
	4 Conclusions
	References
	Old References
	Recent References
31 Algerian’s Seismic Catalogue Completeness from Historical Instrumental Monitoring, Archeoseismological and Paleoseismological Studies
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Historical and Archeoseismological Investigations
	3 Results
		3.1 New Historical Seismic Events
		3.2 Damage Observed on Archeological Structures
		3.3 Paleoseismological Observations
	4 Conclusion
	References
32 Analysis of the Bejaia Seismic Sequence of 2012–2013, Northeastern, Algeria
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Seismotectonic Settings
	3 Aftershocks Relocation and Focal Mechanisms’ Determination
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
33 The Hammam Melouane Seismic Sequences (North Algeria) 2014–2016
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Data Acquisition and Processing
		2.1 Aftershocks’ Analysis of the Sub-sequences
	3 Results and Discussion
	4 Conclusions
	References
34 Statistical Study of Earthquake Swarms in Northeastern Algeria with Special Reference to the Ain Azel Swarm; Hodna Chain, 2015
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Scientific Background, Data and Methodology
	3 Analysis and Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
35 Deep Rupture Process of the 3rd of April, 2017 Earthquake in Stable Continental Region, Botswana
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Data and Method
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
36 Moho Depth Variation and Crustal Velocity Structure in Northern Algeria by Teleseismic Receiver Function Analysis
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Data and Methodology
	3 Results
	4 Discussion and Conclusion
	References
37 Shear Velocity Structure of the Crust and Upper Mantle of North Algeria from Rayleigh Wave Dispersion Analysis
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Data and Methods of Analysis
	3 Results and Discussion
	4 Conclusions
	References
38 S-Wave Velocity Structure in the City of Oued Fodda, Northern Algeria, by Inversion of Rayleigh Wave Ellipticity
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methodology
		2.1 The Horizontal-to-Vertical Spectral Ratio (HVSR) Method
		2.2 The Rayleigh Wave Ellipticity Inversion
	3 Results
		3.1 The Resonance Frequencies
		3.2 Shear-Wave Velocity Models
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
39 Studying the Evolution of Earthquake Network Measures for the Main Shock of the 24th of June 2015 in Egypt
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methodology
		2.1 Building the Earthquake Network
		2.2 Network Measures
	3 Application
		3.1 Data and Computational Setting
		3.2 Results
	4 Discussion and Concluding Remarks
	References
40 On Detecting Changes in Earthquake Occurrence Rates Through Trend Reversal
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methodology
	3 Results
		3.1 Rough Intensities
		3.2 Earthquake Applications
	4 Discussion and Conclusions
	References
41 High-density Seismic Network for Monitoring Alentejo Region (Portugal) and Mitidja Basin Region (Algeria)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 SSN-Alentejo: High-density Seismic Networks
	3 Conclusion
	Acknowledgements
	References
42 Seismic Sources and Their Statistics: An Application to Kachchh Rift Basin (India)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Data and Analysis
	3 Results and Discussion
	4 Conclusions
	References
43 Source and Path Characteristics of Chamoli Region, India
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methods
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
Seismic Hazard and Risk
44 Earthquake Early Warning Systems: Methodologies, Strategies, and Future Challenges
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Regional Systems
	3 On-Site Systems
	4 Discussion and Future Challenges
	5 Conclusions
	References
45 Status of Seismic Hazard Modeling of Active Faults in Oran City, (Northwestern Algeria)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Earthquake Data File and Fault Source Model
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	Acknowledgements
	References
46 Large Earthquakes and Active Faulting in the Gafsa-Metlaoui Region (South Tunisia): Implications on the Seismic Hazard Assessment
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
47 Is the Seismic Hazard in Tunisia Underestimated? An Archaeoseismological Study
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methods
	3 Results
		3.1 El-Jem, Roman Amphitheatre
		3.2 Sousse, Ribat and Kasbah (Islamic)
		3.3 Monastir, Ribat (Islamic)
	4 Discussion and Conclusion
	References
48 Preliminary Fault Instability Analysis of Mw 6.5 Pidie Jaya, Aceh 2016 Earthquake (Indonesia)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methods and Data
	3 Results
	4 Conclusion
	References
49 The Perturbation of Background Stress Field Along Sunda Subduction Margin During 2004 Mw 9.1 Off-Sumatra Earthquake
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methods
	3 Results
		3.1 Stress Orientation
		3.2 Coulomb-Failure Stress (∆CFS) Model
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
50 Azimuth Dependence in Topographical Site Effects: Case of ABZH Broadband Station (North of Algeria)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Data and Methodology
		2.1 Earthquake Data
		2.2 Ambient Vibration Data
		2.3 RF Technique
		2.4 HVSRN Technique
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
51 Seismic Site Response Assessment Using Predominant Periods and Shear Wave Velocity Estimation in Nador (N-E of Morocco)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Data and Methodology
	3 Results and Discussion
	4 Conclusions
	References
52 On the Influence of Earthquakes and Soil Characteristics on the Seismic Response and the Performance of Isolated Bridges
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Selected Records and Case Study Bridge Model
	3 Results
	4 Conclusions
	References
53 Dynamic Stability of Anchored Retaining Walls
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 The Design of the Anchored Retaining Wall
	3 Dynamic Stability Study with the Kranz Model
		3.1 Results
	4 Conclusions
	References
Seismic & Well Logging Methods, Geodesy and Exploration & Theoretical Geophysics (T5): Seismic & Well Logging Methods
54 Thermal Anomaly and Land Surface Temperature Associated with the Abuja, Nigeria Earth Tremor of 7th September 2018
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Settings, Theories, and Methods
		2.1 Geology and Tectonic Settings of the Area
		2.2 Theories of Thermal Infrared Anomalies
		2.3 Research Data and Methodology
	3 Results
	4 Discussions
	5 Conclusions
	References
55 Porosity Model Construction Based on ANN and Seismic Inversion: A Case Study of Saharan Field (Algeria)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 MLFN Algorithm Steps
	3 Optimization Results
	4 Generalization in Seismic Data
	5 Conclusions
	References
56 The Study of the Regional Seismic Line of the Western Desert (Iraq)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Construction of the Regional Seismic Line
	3 Results
		3.1 Interpretation of the Regional Time Section
		3.2 Depth Section of the Regional Line
		3.3 Flattening of the Regional Line Reflectors
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
57 Fusion of Seismic Attributes Using Evidence Theory
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Seismic Attributes
	3 Introduction to the Evidence Theory
	4 Unsupervised Approaches
		4.1 Method 1
		4.2 Method 2
	5 Conclusion
	References
58 Seismic Data Compression: A Survey
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methodologies
		2.1 Sampling-Based Compression
		2.2 Quantization-Based Compression
		2.3 Run Length Encoding
		2.4 Prediction-Based Compression
		2.5 Transformation-Based Compression
		2.6 Machine Learning and Other Techniques
	3 Conclusions
	Acknowledgement
	References
59 Edge Detector Radon Transform for Seismic Multiple Attenuation
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Method
	3 Discussion and Conclusion
	References
60 A Comparison Between Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing and Geophone Detection for Passive Seismic Monitoring
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Experiment Settings
	3 Results
	4 Conclusions
	Acknowledgements
	References
61 A Weighted Metric for Semi-blind Seismic Data Quality Assessment
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Proposed Metric
		2.1 Experimental Results
	3 Conclusions
	Acknowledgements
	References
62 Reservoir Properties of Source Rocks from Well and Seismic Data: A Case Study of Geca Field, Onshore Niger Delta (Nigeria)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Results
		3.1 Presentation of Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
63 Porosity and Permeability Prediction in Triassic Reservoirs of HassiR’mel Field (Algeria) from Well Logs Data Using Fuzzy Logic
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials
	3 Methods
	4 Results
	5 Discussion
	References
64 Fuzzy Clustering Algorithm for Lithofacies Classification of Ordovician Unconventional Tight Sand Reservoir from Well-Logs Data (Algerian Sahara)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Lithofacies Derived from Fuzzy Clustering Algorithm
	3 Results, Analysis and Conclusions
	References
65 Integrated Well Log Analysis and 1D PS Modeling in Assessment of Maturity and HC Generation Potential of the Sources Rocks in Wichian Buri Sub-Basin, Thailand
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methods
	3 Geological Setting
	4 Results and Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
Geodesy and Exploration & Theoretical Geophysics
66 Gravity Data Assessment as Support to Explore Surface and Subsurface Structural Elements of a Challenged Area Case Study: Northern East Tunisia
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methodology
	3 Results
	4 Discussion and Conclusions
	References
67 The Relationship Between Surface Atmospheric Potential Gradient Drop and Earthquake Precursors
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Observation Methods and Data Processing
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
68 Key Issues in the Research on Loess Flow Slides Under Hydraulic and Gravitational Soil Erosion
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methods
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
69 Determination of Sedimentary Thickness of Parts of Middle Benue Trough, Northeast Nigeria, Using High-Resolution Aeromagnetic Data
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
		1.1 Location and Brief Geology
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Results and Discussion
		3.1 Results (Analytical Signal)
		3.2 Results (Source Parameter Imaging)
		3.3 Results (Spectral Depth Analysis)
	4 Conclusions
	References
70 Geological and Geophysical Characterization Using Electrical Resistivity Imaging of Certain Landslides at Djimla region (Jijel, Northeast Algeria)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Location of the Study Area
	3 Local Geology
	4 Geophysical Characterization
	5 Conclusion
	References
71 Computer Technology for Modeling the Sources of Magnetic Anomalies in the Layers of the Earth’s Crust
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methods
		2.1 Method of Separation of Anomalies from Sources in the Earth’s Crust
		2.2 Method of Transformation of the Anomalous Field to the Pole
		2.3 Method to Solve the Inverse Problem
	3 Modeling Results of the Sources of Magnetic Anomalies
	4 Conclusions
	References
72 Singular Spectral Analysis Applied to Magnetotelluric Time Series Collected at Medea (Algiers, Algeria) to Detect Electromagnetic Signal Signature Associated with Earthquake: First Results
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Magnetotelluric Experiment
	3 Singular Spectral Analysis (SSA) Method
	4 Results of Singular Spectral Analysis
	5 Conclusion
	References
73 Migration of GPR Data Based on Phase-Shifting Interpolation Method in Attenuation Media
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methods
	3 Results
		3.1 Synthetic Data
		3.2 Field Data Processing
	4 Conclusions
	Acknowledgements
	References
74 Characterizing the Subsurface Structure Using 3-D Magnetotelluric Inversion: A Case Study of M'rara Basin, Algerian Sahara
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 3-D Inversion
	3 Discussion and Conclusion
	References
75 Design of New Model for Water Saturation Based on Neural Network for Low-Resistivity Phenomenon (Algeria)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Proposed Method (ANNSVM)
	3 Case Study: Well-1
	4 Conclusions
	References
76 Change in Streaming Potential with Earthquakes
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Method
	3 Results and Discussion
	Acknowledgements
	References
77 Radio Direction Finding for Short-Term Crustal Diagnosis (Italy)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 The Instruments and Methods of Measure
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
78 Application of Electrical Imaging and Seismic Tomography in the Study of Viaduct Site in Tabellout, Jijel, Northeast Algeria
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Geophysical Surveys
		2.1 Seismic Prospecting
		2.2 Electrical Prospecting
	3 Conclusion
	References
79 A New Method to Determine In Situ Stress Based on Borehole Cross-Sectional Shape Measuring Technique
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methods
		2.1 Borehole Cross-Sectional Shape Measuring Technique
		2.2 In Situ Stress Calculation Based on Borehole Shape Data
	3 Field Test and Results
	4 Conclusions
	References
80 Geo-Investigations on the Qarat Kibrit Salt Dome Faulting System South of Adam, Oman—In Search of Anomalies Favorable for Uranium and Associated Minerals
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methods
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
81 Volume of Clay Estimation Using Artificial Neural Network Case Study: Berkine Basin Southern Algeria
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
		2.1 Empirical Equations
		2.2 Artificial Neural Network
		2.3 Performances Criteria
	3 Results and Discussion
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusion
	References
82 Establishing an Inverse Dependence Between Hawaiian Volcanoes Through Change-Point Detection
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methodology
	3 Results
		3.1 Simulation Results
		3.2 Volcanic Change-Point Detection
	4 Discussion and Conclusion
	References
83 Explore the Suitability of Rafah Coastal Aquifers for Sustainable Development Using Geophysics and Remote Sensing
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methodology
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
Petroleum Geochemistry and Engineering (T13): Petroleum Geochemistry
84 The Application of Glauconite for High-Resolution Stratigraphic Interpretations of Eocene Succession
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Samples and Methods
	3 Results
		3.1 Mineral Chemistry of Investigated Eocene Glauconites
		3.2 Correlation of Subsurface Section
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
85 Geochemical Evidence for Photic Zone Euxinia During Greenhouse Climate in the Tethys Sea, Egypt
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methods
	3 Results and Discussion
	4 Conclusions
	References
86 Molecular Geochemistry of the Mamu Formation Sediments in Anambra Basin, Nigeria
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
		4.1 Organic Source Input and Depositional Environment
		4.2 Thermal Maturity
	5 Conclusions
	References
87 Petroleum Potential of Cretaceous Source Rocks in the Levant Basin
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Settings and Methods
		2.1 The Cenomanian-Coniacian
		2.2 The Barremian-Aptian
	3 Conclusions
	References
88 Petroleum Generation Potential of the Lower Palaeozoic Organic Matter-Rich Shales in the Central Part of the Baltic Sedimentary Basin
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Material and Methods
	3 Results and Discussion
	4 Conclusions
	References
89 Organic Matter in Condensed Section of Oligocene Shales in CuuLong Basin, Vietnam
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
90 The Geochemical Characterization of the Pelagian Domain, North-Eastern Tunisia Near Lampedusa: Oil–Oil and Oil-Source Rock Correlations
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Settings/Materials and Methods
		2.1 Rock–Eval Pyrolysis
		2.2 Oil–Oil and Oil-Source Rock Correlations
	3 Discussion
	4 Conclusions
	References
91 Origin of Oil Stains in a Well Located in Hammamet Gulf in the Sicily-Tunisia Channel
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Settings/Materials and Methods
	3 Results
		3.1 Rock Eval Pyrolysis
		3.2 Oil–Oil and Oil–Source Rock Correlations
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
92 Investigation of Rheological Properties of Heavy Oil Deposits
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Experimental Study
	3 Discussion
	4 Conclusions
	References
Petroleum Engineering
93 Swelling Performance of Paraffinic Crude Oil Under Carbon Dioxide Injection
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methodology
	3 Results and Discussion
	4 Conclusions
	References
94 Polymer-Coated Silica Nanoparticles for Enhanced Oil Recovery in Water-Wet Berea Sandstone Core Plugs
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methodology
		2.1 Fluids Properties
		2.2 Experimental Procedure
	3 Results and Discussion
		3.1 Evaluation of Oil Recovery
		3.2 Interfacial Tension and Wettability Tests
		3.3 Differential Pressure Analysis
	4 Conclusions
	References
95 Experimental Analysis of Low Salinity Waterflooding in Tertiary Recovery Mode in Geleki Oil Field of Upper Assam Basin, India
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Results
		3.1 Crude Oil, Brine and Rock Analysis
		3.2 Coreflooding
		3.3 Wettability, pH and IFT
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
96 Performance of Oil-Based Demulsifier and Water Clarifier for Treating Oil Emulsion Stabilized by Fine Sands in Oilfield Under Low Salinity Waterflooding
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
		2.1 Materials
			2.1.1 Demulsifier and Water Clarifier
			2.1.2 Field Emulsion
		2.2 Methods
			2.2.1 Bottle Test
	3 Results
		3.1 Effect of Dosage on S&W, Oil Content, and Turbidity
		3.2 Fourier Transform Infra-Red of Demulsifier
		3.3 Interfacial Tension of Demulsifier
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
97 Application 4D-Microtomography for Oil Displacement Experiments
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Method Description
	3 Results
	4 Conclusions
	Acknowledgements
	References
98 The Numerical Simulation of Effects of Porosity, Permeability and Fluid Saturation on Heat Dissipation in an Oil Reservoir
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Reservoir Numerical Simulation
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
99 Unconventional Reservoir Characterization: Permeability Prediction in Shale Gas Reservoirs from Well-Logs Data Using Neural Network. Application to the Barnett Shale (USA)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Data Description and Permeability Estimation Using Javadbour’s Model
	3 Permeability Prediction by Multilayer Perceptron Neural Network
	4 Results Analysis and Conclusion
	References
100 Shale Volume Estimation in Unconventional Tight Sand Reservoir from Well-Logs Data Using Neural Network Enhanced by the Spectral Mineralogical Neutron Measurements with an Application to Algerian Sahara
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Data Analysis of Ordovician Tight Sand Reservoir
	3 Shale Volume Estimation by Conventional Methods and Neural Network
	4 Results Analysis and Conclusion
	References
101 Development of a Local Correlation Between Static and Dynamic Elastic Properties for Three Main Carboniferous Carbonate Reservoir Rocks in the Volga-Ural Region
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Geological Settings and Laboratory Testing Methods
	3 Results
		3.1 Mineralogical and Petrographic Analysis
		3.2 Mechanical and Ultrasonic Tests
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
102 Ecofriendly Lubricant Solutions for the Exploration and Exploitation of Oil and Gas Resources
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Lubricant Development Process
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
103 Development and Rheological Properties of a Local (Nigerian) Organophilic Clay as a Constituent of Oil-Based Drilling Fluid
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials, Equipment and Methods
	3 Result
	4 Discussion
		4.1 XRF and CEC Analyses
		4.2 Rheological and Thixotropic Properties
	5 Conclusions
	References
104 Potential of a Blend of Low-Grade Nigerian and Commercial Grade (Wyoming) Bentonitic Clays as Constituents of Water-Based Drilling Fluids
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Results
		3.1 Mineralogical Analysis
		3.2 CEC Analysis
		3.3 Rheological and Filtration Properties of the Sample Muds
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
105 Presence of NaCl as Strategy for Improving the CO2 Replacement Process in Natural Gas Hydrate Reservoirs
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Results and Discussion
	4 Conclusions
	References
106 Simulation on the Dynamic Variation of Properties During Deflagration Fracturing in Screen Completed Well
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Mathematical Model for Deflagration Fracturing in Screen Completed Well
	3 Numerical Simulation
	4 Conclusions
	Acknowledgements
	References
107 Risk Analysis of Gas Pipeline Laid in Permafrost
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Results and Discussion
	4 Conclusions
	References
108 Implementation of a Process for the Treatment of Hydrocarbon-Contaminated Soil Using Petroleum Produced Water
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methodological Approach
		2.1 Soil Washing Process
			2.1.1 Soil Sampling
			2.1.2 The Stages of Soil Washing
				Soil Preparation
				Chemical Extraction by Produced Water
		2.2 Analytical Methods
			2.2.1 Soil Analysis Before Treatment
				Soil Water Retention Capacity
				Porosity
				PH of Soil
				Moisture Content
				Organic Matter Percentage
			2.2.2 Washing Water Analysis
			2.2.3 Hydrocarbon Analysis
				Liquid: Solid Extraction
				Liquid Chromatography
	3 Results
		3.1 Untreated Soil Characterization
			3.1.1 Water Retention Capacity
			3.1.2 Soil Porosity and pH
			3.1.3 The Moisture Content
			3.1.4 Organic Matter Percentage
			3.1.5 Soil Granulometry
		3.2 Washing Water Characterization
		3.3 Categories of Removed Hydrocarbons
			3.3.1 Quantitive and Qualitative Analysis Result
			3.3.2 Interpretation
		3.4 Liquid and Solid Contact Time Optimization
		3.5 Liquid/Solid Ratio Optimization
		3.6 Successive Wash Test
	4 Discussion
		4.1 Liquid and Solid Contact Time Optimization
		4.2 Liquid/Solid Ratio Optimization
		4.3 Successive Wash Test
	5 Conclusion(s)
	References
Structural Geology, Tectonics and Geodynamics, Petroleum Geology (T15): Structural Geology, Basement Architecture and Potential Data
109 Reconstruction of Late Hercynian Paleostress from Vein Data; Case Study of the Panasqueira Mine, Portugal
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Geological Setting and Methods
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
110 Stratigraphy and Structural Style of the Maghrebides Belt Foreland: Souk Ahras Sellaoua Unit Case (External Domain, NE Algeria)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Results
		3.1 Stratigraphical Results
			3.1.1 Turonian
			3.1.2 Coniacian
			3.1.3 Santonian
			3.1.4 Campanian
			3.1.5 Maastrichtian
			3.1.6 Paleocene
			3.1.7 Miocene
		3.2 Structural Results
	4 Discussion and Conclusion
	Acknowledgements
	References
111 Underlying Geological Structure of the Northern Edge of the Mitidja Basin and the Sahel Fold Near Tipasa Town (Algiers, Algeria) Using Magnetotellurics: First Results
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Geological Settings
	3 Magnetotelluric Data
		3.1 Data Acquisition and Processing
		3.2 Dimensionality Analysis
		3.3 Two-dimensional Inversion
	4 Results and Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
112 Subsurface Structural Trends from Gravity Data Analysis (Northern Tunisian Atlas)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Gravity Data Analysis
	3 Data Enhancement and Interpretation
	4 Conclusions
	References
113 Najd-Related Transpressional Deformations in the Atalla Shear Zone (Eastern Desert, Egypt)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Results and Discussion
	4 Conclusions
	References
114 Role of Pre-existing Structures During the Opening of the Red Sea, Western Saudi Arabian Margin
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Geologic Setting
	3 Methods and Results
		3.1 Fractures and Volcanic Lineaments
		3.2 Fault Kinematic Data Analyses Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
115 Subsurface Structure of Saudi Cross-Border City of NEOM Deduced from Magnetic Data
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Data and Methods
	3 Results
	4 Discussion and Conclusion
	References
116 Structural Evolution for AJJAJ Shear Zone, Northwestern Arabian Shield, Saudi Arabia
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Geological Setting
	3 Sampling and Techniques
	4 Structural and Deformation Analysis
	5 Results of Finite-Strain Analysis
	6 Discussion
	7 Conclusion
	References
117 Interpretation of Aeromagnetic and Geochemical Data for Tectonic and Structural Setting of Granitic Rocks Around Bishewa Area, Southwestern Nigeria
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
		2.1 Data Set and Procedure
		2.2 Data Processing
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
118 Effect of the Movement Across a Surface Breaking, Inclined, Locked, Finite Strike-Slip Fault in Visco-elastic Medium of Burger’s Rheology
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Model Description
	3 Discussion
	4 Conclusions
	References
Tectonics and Geodynamics
119 Major Kinematic Revolutions: The Underside of the Maps
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
		1.1 Kimmeridgian Revolution
		1.2 Messinian Revolution
	2 Conclusions
	References
120 Exhumed Lower Continental Crust and Proto-oceanic Crust Interactions? The BasAlg and ArcMal Deep Seismic Projects
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 BasAlg Project
	3 ArcMal Project
	4 Conclusions
	References
121 Seismo-stratigraphic Mapping Guided by Magnetic Anomalies Stripes: Assessing Opening Models for the Eastern Algerian Oceanic Domain
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Correlation of Seismo-acoustic Units with MA
	3 Results
	4 Conclusions
	References
122 Vertical Movements and Source-to-Sink Systems of the Rifted Margin of NW Africa: Surprises Continue
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Exhumation and Sedimentation in Morocco
	3 Mauritania and Senegal
	4 Conclusions
	References
123 Evolutionary Geological Models of the Central-Western Peri-Mediterranean Chains
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 State of the Art
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
124 Pliocene to Quaternary Tectonic Inversion of the Algerian Margin Along the Spiral Transect of Kabylies (North Central Algeria)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Data Processing
	3 Results
	4 Discussion and Conclusion
	References
125 Early Exhumation of the Beni Bousera Peridotite-Granulite Unit (Internal Rif, Morocco) Inferred from Its Metasedimentary Cap; A New View on Some Marbles and Regional Implications
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Geological Setting
	3 Methods
	4 Results
		4.1 Mapping
		4.2 Lithology, Structure, Mineralogy
	5 Discussion
		5.1 Amter Marbles Significance
		5.2 Early Exhumation of the Gibraltar Arc Peridotites
		5.3 Beni Bousera—Filali Units Relationships
	6 Conclusion
	References
126 Magnetotelluric Modelling of the Central Hoggar (Tuareg Shield, NW Africa) Lithospheric Structure
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Magnetotelluric Data Collection, Analysis and Modelling
	3 Geological Interpretation
	4 Conclusions
	References
127 Tectonophysics Modeling of Baimka Ore Zone (Western Chukotka)
	Abstract
	1 Baimka Ore Zone Structural Position
	2 Tectono-Physical Modeling of Fault Structure Zone
	3 Results and Models
	References
128 Geotectonics and Geodynamics of Kazakhstan Paleozoides from the Plume Tectonics Position (Kazakhstan)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Settings
	3 Results and Discussion
	4 Conclusions
	Acknowledgements
	References
129 Post-Mesozoic Evolution of the Eastern Flank of the Mongol–Okhotsk Orogenic Belt
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methods and Materials
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
130 Fission Track Cooling Ages in the Brazilian Central Plateau Linked to Orogenies and Continental Break-Up
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Geological Setting
	3 Samples and Methods
	4 Results
	5 Discussion
	6 Conclusions
	References
Thermicity, Petroleum and Other Georesources
131 Tectonic and Geodynamic Controls on Petroleum Systems in Compressional Basins
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Petroleum Habitats in Classic Foreland Fold-and-thrust Belts
		2.1 Source Rocks and Reservoirs Distribution
		2.2 Tectonic and Stratigraphic Traps
		2.3 Short Range Versus Long Range Hydrocarbon (HC) Migration
		2.4 Biogenic Versus Thermogenic Gas and Shale Gas
	3 Exploration Risks in Foreland Inverted Structures
	4 Exploration Risks in Collapsed Orogens
	5 The Wilson Cycle and Its Implications for Thermal and Petroleum Modelling of Compressional Systems
	6 Conclusions
	References
132 The Crustal Configuration and Deep Structures Related to the Pre-salt Oil/gas Objectives of the Eastern Maghreb: Need for Deep Seismic Imaging
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 The Paleozoic-Jurassic Composite Petroleum Systems: The Pre-Salt System
	3 Some Regional Structural Cross-Sections
		3.1 Along the Sahara Platform
		3.2 Along the Atlas Belt and Its Foreland Basins
		3.3 A Regional Predictive Section
	4 Concluding Remarks
	References
133 New Structural and RSCM Thermometric Data from the Variscan Orogen of Morocco: Insight into the Extension-To-Compression Transition
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Geological Setting
	3 Methods
	4 Results
		4.1 Structures
		4.2 RSCM Temperatures
	5 Discussion
	6 Conclusions
	References
134 Reconstruction of the Hot Shale Distribution in Geological Outcrops Cross the Murzuq Basins, SW Libya
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Structural Development
	3 Material and Methods
	4 Outcomes
		4.1 Lithologies
		4.2 Spectral Gamma-Ray
		4.3 Biostratigraphy
		4.4 Subsurface Hot Shale Isopach
	5 Results
	Acknowledgements
	References
135 Assessing Net Rock of Oil Reservoirs by Combining the Morphology of Geological Units and Simulated Images of Rock Types: A Case Study
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methods
	3 Results
		3.1 Reservoir Description and Morphological Model of Geological Units
		3.2 Stochastic Model of Rock Types by SIS
		3.3 Generation of the Aerial Net Rock Image
	4 Conclusions
	Acknowledgements
	References
136 Wellbore Stability Analysis Based on 3D Geo-Mechanical Model of an Algerian Southeastern Field
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Seismic Inversion
	3 Reservoir Characterization
	4 Geo-Mechanical Modeling
	5 Well Design and Results Discussion
	6 Conclusions
	References
137 Vertical Movements and Petroleum System Modelling in the Southern Chotts Basin, Central Tunisia
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Geological Setting
	3 Results
		3.1 1D Subsidence and Basin Analysis
		3.2 2D Restoration
	4 Discussion and Perspectives
	5 Conclusions
	References
138 Salt Tectonics and Mineralization Processes in NE Algeria
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Geological Settings
	3 Mineralization
	4 Discussion
		4.1 Salt Tectonic and Cap Rock Genesis
		4.2 Control of the Host Rocks Facies
		4.3 Creation of Mineralizations Traps
		4.4 Source of Sulfur and Metals
		4.5 Heat Source
		4.6 Creation of Drains for Mineralizing Fluids Circulation
	5 Conclusions
	References
139 New Insight on the Hydrocarbon Prospectivity of the Aptian-Albian Play in Central Tunisia
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Geological Background
	3 Methodology
	4 Results and Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
140 The Cenomano-Turonian Facies Through the Algerian-Tunisian Confines (Region of Tebessa): Correlations, Subsidence and Source Rock
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
141 Characterization of the Fractured Eocene Carbonate Reservoir of Dyr Syncline (Tebessa, North-Eastern Algeria)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methodology
	3 Microfaciological and Porosity Analysis
	4 Fracture Network Characterization
	5 Conclusions
	References
142 Effects of Aptian–Albian Tectonic Instabilities on Sedimentation and Petroleum Systems in Northwestern Tunisia
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Results
		3.1 The Aptian Deposits and Their Correlation
		3.2 The Late Albian Deposits and Their Correlation
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
143 Comparative Surface–Subsurface Studies of Upper Cretaceous Carbonates in Central Tunisia. Erosion, Resedimentation Processes, and Petroleum Implications
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Materials and Methods
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
144 Tectono-Sedimentary Evolution of the Uranium Deposits in the DASA Graben (Northern Niger)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Geological Settings
	3 Materials and Methods
	4 Results
		4.1 Relationship Between Tectonics and Sedimentation
		4.2 Mineralogy and Uranium Distribution in DASA Graben
		4.3 Microtectonic Analysis
	5 Discussion
	6 Conclusions
	References
145 Impact of Bioturbation on Quality of Early-Middle Miocene Shoreface Reservoirs, Coastal Swamp Depobelt, Niger Delta Basin (Nigeria)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methodology
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusion
	References
146 Orientation of Maximum Horizontal Stress in Pilot Well of Akan Oilfield, Russia
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Geological Settings and Stress State Determination Methods
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
147 Geological Structure and Hydrocarbon Bearing Prospects of the Northwestern Part of the Persian Gulf Basin (The Western Desert of Iraq)
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Geological Settings, Materials, and Methods
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References
148 The Glacial Episodes of the Arabian Peninsula
	Abstract
	1 Introduction
	2 Methods
	3 Results
	4 Discussion
	5 Conclusions
	References