This book starts with a survey for future research and development of hydraulic fracturing technology. It was found that reliable hydraulic fracturing diagnostic technologies were needed. Further critical review showed that microseismic imaging was one of the most promising technologies which needed further development. This problem is attacked with an integrated approach of analytical solution, computer coding, numerical modeling and lab testing. Developing robust algorithms and software for locating the coordinates of hydraulic fracturing- induced microseismic events and for simulating the...