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This study aims to identify the pore structure characteristics and factors influencing shale reservoirs in different sedimentary facies.

June 27, 2026Fractal and FractionalOpen Access

Nanopore Characteristics and Controlling Factors of the Lower Cambrian Shale Reservoirs in Different Sedimentary Facies Based on Multifractal Analysis

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Randomized trial characterizes pore structure in Lower Cambrian shale reservoirs, indicating exploration strategies for shale gas.

This study aims to identify the pore structure characteristics and factors influencing shale reservoirs in different sedimentary facies.
Qualitative and quantitative characterization of pore types and structural parameters in Lower Cambrian shales.
Use of field emission scanning electron microscope (FE-SEM), low-pressure CO2 adsorption (LPCA), low-pressure N2 adsorption (LPNA) and multifractal theory.
Analysis of shale samples from shallow shelf, deep shelf, and slope sedimentary facies.
Organic pores dominate shale pore space across sedimentary facies, controlled by the depositional environment.
Deep shelf shales have optimal connectivity between 4%-6% TOC, resulting in the highest non-micropore volume.
Clay minerals enhance micropore development, while carbonate minerals can either inhibit or contribute to pore space depending on their dissolution.

Liu et al. (2026) studied this question.

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