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    Jiang Yiming, Zheng Jinhang, Tang Xianjun, He Xinjian, Wu Zhiping, Wu Qingbo, Cheng Yanjun, 2026. Developmental Characteristics of Fault System and Its Basin-Controlling Effects in Xihu Sag. Earth Science, 51(7): 2663-2681. doi: 10.3799/dqkx.2026.105
    Citation: Jiang Yiming, Zheng Jinhang, Tang Xianjun, He Xinjian, Wu Zhiping, Wu Qingbo, Cheng Yanjun, 2026. Developmental Characteristics of Fault System and Its Basin-Controlling Effects in Xihu Sag. Earth Science, 51(7): 2663-2681. doi: 10.3799/dqkx.2026.105
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    Developmental Characteristics of Fault System and Its Basin-Controlling Effects in Xihu Sag

    doi: 10.3799/dqkx.2026.105
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      Shanghai Branch of CNOOC Ltd., Shanghai 200335, China

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      School of Geosciences, China University of Petroleum (East China), Qingdao 266580, China

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      College of Earth and Engineering, Shandong University of Science and Technology, Qingdao 266590, China

    • Received Date: 2025-11-28
    • Publish Date: 2026-07-25
      Abstract
    • The Xihu Sag is an important Meso-Cenozoic superimposed petroliferous basin in the East China Sea Shelf Basin offshore eastern China. The spatiotemporal variation characteristics of its fault system development not only determine the basin structure but also control hydrocarbon accumulation. This paper uses the latest integrated 3D seismic data and drilling data to systematically analyze the developmental characteristics and basin-controlling effects of the fault system in the Xihu Sag, classifying three genetically distinct fault types: pre-existing Cenozoic basement faults, rift-related extensional faults, and inversion-related compressional faults. It clarifies the north-south partitioning effect of NW (NWW)-trending pre-existing basement faults on the Cenozoic slope belt and central inversion zone of the Xihu Sag; reveals the transition from NE-SW-trending faults dominating the early rifting stage (pre-Pinghu Formation deposition) to near SN-trending faults dominating the late rifting stage (Pinghu Formation deposition); and elucidates the genetic relationships between compressional inversion fault systems (longitudinal tension, transverse tension, and reverse faults) formed during the Longjing and Okinawa tectonic movements and inversion anticlines. The research results hold theoretical significance for understanding the tectonic differential evolution process and mechanisms of the Xihu Sag and even the entire East China Sea Shelf Basin, and can provide guidance for hydrocarbon exploration practices in this region.

       

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