RodSim
Running Simulations
Run RodSim simulations and analyze results in PetroBench. View dynamometer cards, stress diagrams, production forecasts, and export PDF reports.
Run a Simulation
- Open your simulation and review the configuration tabs
- Click Save All to capture any changes
- Click Run Simulation
Processing typically takes 10-30 seconds.
If validation fails, check the error messages. They indicate which section needs attention.
Review Results
After completion, the Results tab shows:
- Design Evaluation: Recommendations for rod loading, buckling, gearbox, and unit structure
- Calculated Results: Fluid/oil production, PPRL, MPRL, required HP, system efficiency
- Pumping Unit Analysis: Gearbox torque, counterbalance effect, structure loading
- Rod String Table: Stress and loading at each taper section
- Graphs: Dynamometer cards, buckling tendency, side/axial loading, 3D wellbore
Expand any rod section in the sidebar to see stress and loading details for that taper.
Export Report
- Click Download on the results page
- Enter a description
- Click Confirm
The PDF includes all inputs, calculated results, and charts.
Re-Run After Changes
- Update parameters on the Inputs page
- Click Save All
- Click Run Simulation
Re-running overwrites previous results. Duplicate the simulation first if you want to preserve both.