Dr. Yaoqiang Lin | Shale gas | Best Researcher Award
Research Institute Of Petroleum Exploration & Development, China
Yaoqiang Lin is the Director of the Academic Department at the SPE Student Chapter within the Research Institute of Petroleum Exploration & Development (RIPED), focusing on innovative shale gas extraction methods and unconventional energy sources. With expertise in three-dimensional modeling and fracture seepage mechanisms, Lin's work is advancing the efficiency of shale gas development and challenging existing practices in the field.
Profile
Education🎓
Yaoqiang Lin has been advancing his expertise in unconventional energy development since 2022 as part of the Sichuan Basin Research Center at the Research Institute of Petroleum Exploration & Development (RIPED). Here, he specializes in breakthrough techniques for shale gas extraction and resource efficiency. Prior to this, Lin completed his Bachelor’s degree in Petroleum Engineering (2018–2022) from Yangtze University at the School of Petroleum Engineering/China-Russia Energy Institute. During his undergraduate studies, he actively participated in prominent industry conferences, such as the 9th International Conference on Energy and Environmental Research, where he presented his research on unconventional energy solutions.
Experience💼
Lin currently serves as the Director of the Academic Department for the SPE Student Chapter at RIPED, where he engages with peers and industry experts to advance research in petroleum engineering. His leadership role includes organizing knowledge-sharing events and representing the research institute at key conferences.
Research Interests🔬
Yaoqiang Lin's research centers on shale gas extraction, where he explores advanced methods to maximize resource efficiency.
Three-Dimensional Development
Lin applies three-dimensional development techniques to shale gas, focusing on ways to enhance extraction by creating accurate geological models that reveal untapped potential within gas reserves.
Numerical Simulations
Through numerical simulations, he evaluates various scenarios for shale gas recovery, identifying the most effective approaches for sustainable and productive energy extraction.
Enhanced Recovery Techniques
Lin's research aims to boost recovery rates, particularly in the Weiyuan block, by utilizing innovative fracture seepage mechanisms. His work demonstrates the feasibility and benefits of using advanced recovery techniques, thereby challenging existing assumptions in the field.
Awards🏆
Lin has been recognized for his significant contributions as a student representative at the China International Student Petroleum Forum and through his impactful presentations at leading energy research conferences.
Publication📚
Lin, Y., He, S., Wang, N., Zhu, J., Ning, W., Wan, Y., Zhou, M. A Study on the Remaining Reserves of the Weiyuan Shale Gas Block in Three-Dimensional Development. Applied Sciences, 2024, 14(9738). Link - Cited by articles: 5