ABSTRACT
The analysis methods discussed in Chapters 5 and 6 were developed without any consideration of the hydraulic conductivity of the formation. As long as the under lying mathematical models are appropriate representations of the governing physics, these techniques can be used in formations of any hydraulic conductivity. However, pragmatic considerations, specifically the length of time necessary to complete a test, may make conventional approaches for the performance and analysis of slug tests of rather limited use in low-conductivity formations. In an effort to make the slug test a more viable method for this setting, specialized test techniques have been developed. The most common of these techniques are described in this chapter. Additional considerations for tests in formations of extremely low hydraulic con ductivity are also briefly summarized.
