RodSim
Creating a Simulation
Create a new RodSim rod pump simulation in PetroBench. Select a well, choose equipment, and configure operating parameters to start your analysis.
Prerequisites
Before creating a simulation, you need:
- A Well with basic depth data
- Directional Survey (recommended for deviated wells)
Create a Simulation
- Navigate to Wells and select your well
- Click the RodSim tab
- Click New Simulation
- Review the auto-generated name or add a description
- Click Create Simulation
If your well has an existing "installed" simulation, the new simulation copies its equipment configuration as a starting point.
Simulation Naming
PetroBench auto-generates names in this format:
Design #XXX.YY [Well Name] [Date/Time]
- XXX: Sequential design number
- YY: Iteration (increments when duplicating)
Next Steps
After creation, configure your simulation:
- Configure simulation settings - Set targets, equipment, and fluid properties
- Run the simulation - Execute and view results
Use Duplicate Simulation to create variations of a working design for comparison testing.