This volume investigates how advancements in non-linear mathematics and computational modeling can resolve complex fluid flow problems within the oil and gas industry. The authors, P. R. King and Sam Edwards, compile research from the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications to address the persistent challenges of multi-phase fluid movement and transport phenomena in porous media. By bridging the gap between theoretical mathematics and industrial application, the text aims to provide practitioners with the analytical tools necessary to optimize production efficiency and reduce operational costs.

Experts recognize this text as a specialized collection of conference proceedings that bridges the gap between abstract mathematical theory and practical petroleum engineering. Readers frequently note the technical density of the prose, making it a valuable reference for researchers and engineers focused on fluid dynamics in industrial applications.