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February 2, 2026International Journal for Numerical Methods in FluidsOpen Access

Efficient Numerical Framework for Geothermal Energy Production Optimization in Fracture‐Controlled Reservoirs

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OPOndřej PártlERErnesto Meneses Rioseco

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Overview

Automated framework optimizes geothermal well placement in fracture-controlled reservoirs, suggesting efficient energy production.

Key Points

  • This research aims to develop a numerical framework for optimizing the placement of geothermal wells in fracture-controlled reservoirs.
  • Designed a framework using open-source software for well placement optimization.
  • Conducted 3D simulations modeling groundwater flow and heat transfer.
  • Employed discrete fracture networks (DFN) to model the reservoir.
  • Utilized finite element method combined with other numerical techniques for calculations.
  • Applied various gradient-free algorithms for optimization.
  • The framework successfully automated the search for optimal multiwell placements.
  • Results included verification and validation tests with simplified DFN structures.
  • Demonstrated the framework's potential for enhancing geothermal energy production sustainably.

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Pártl et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6980ff49c1c9540dea812283https://doi.org/10.1002/fld.70061
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