Papers:
Novel CNT-polymer Nanocomposites used in Oilfield for High Temperature, High Pressure Sealing
A novel sealing system base on MWNT (multiwalletd carbon nanotubes) and polymer nanocomposites was developed for the use in the exploration and development of hotter, deeper reservoirs. Fully dispersed and better bonding are two critical [...]
Clean Coal by Oxyacidification
US, China and many other industrialized economies rely heavily on coal for electricity generation. Unfortunately coal has become a controversial fuel due to various pollutants and carbon dioxide (CO2) generated during combustion. Regulated pollutants include [...]
Modified Nanoclays: An Approach to Stabilizing Drilling Fluids Rheology at High Temperature
There is a lot heard about growing dearth of conventional oil reservoirs in recent times. The depletion of ‘easy oil’ is a major concern for the drilling industry that is urging the technologists to push [...]
Application of Salts Free of Chlorine as Inhibitors of Clays in Aqueous Drilling Fluids
At present, concern with the environment damage and the costs involved in the disposing of contaminated cuttings have led to find drilling fluids water based, but during the well drilling it is common the presence [...]
The Retention of Silica Nanoparticles at Oil/Water Interface
We investigate the retention of silica nanoparticles at water/crude oil interface. Silica nanoparticles with three different surfaces (unmodified, surface modified with anionic (sulfonate), or nonionic (PEG) surfactant) are used. Interfacial tension (IFT) measurements provide us [...]
Rapid Hydrate Formation, A Process for Transport and Storage of Natural Gas
Experimental results from the Na¬tional Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) show that rapid and continu¬ous formation of methane hydrate, as well as other gas-derived hydrates is achievable. The goal of this technology is to pro¬vide a [...]
Analysis the optimal damper angle for a furnace to reduce the energy cost and CO2 emission
Optimal values for conducting a full-scale plant operation are usually obtained based on experience without the support of theoretical quantitative analyses. In this research, the Grey Relational Analysis method is implemented to develop a model [...]
A Novel Technique for Removing Finely Dispersed Particles from Tailings
Traditional oil, gas, and mining industries rely heavily on the use of water as a means to aid in the recovery of natural resources. Often times these activities, either through mechanical shear or chemical additives, [...]
Journal: TechConnect Briefs
Volume: 3, Nanotechnology 2012: Bio Sensors, Instruments, Medical, Environment and Energy (Volume 3)
Published: June 18, 2012
Industry sector: Energy & Sustainability
Topic: Materials for Oil & Gas
ISBN: 978-1-4665-6276-9