Modified Fe3O4 nanoparticle used for stabilizing foam flooding for enhanced oil recovery

Liu, Qi; Qu, Haiying; Liu, Shuangxing; Zhang, Shengwei; Liu, Jianwei; Peng, Bo; Luo, Dan

doi:10.1016/j.colsurfa.2020.125383

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“…Results showed that nanoparticle modification can affect foam stability where the foam included nanoparticle with contact angle of 94.3° were 2.36 times more stable than non-modified one. Also a higher oil recovery than others achieved for mentioned nanoparticle–foam system (Liu et al 2020 ). Zhao et al synthetized and used amphiphilic surface-modified silica nanoparticles to improve foam stability and oil recovery.…”

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A review on application of nanoparticles for EOR purposes: history and current challenges

Iravani

Khalilnezhad

2023

J Petrol Explor Prod Technol

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Applications of nanotechnology in several fields of petroleum industry, e.g., refinery, drilling and enhanced oil recovery (EOR), have attracted a lot of attention, recently. This research investigates the applications of nanoparticles in EOR process. The potential of various nanoparticles, in hybrid and bare forms for altering the state of wettability, reducing the interfacial tension (IFT), changing the viscosity and activation of other EOR mechanisms are studied based on recent findings. Focusing on EOR, hybrid applications of nanoparticles with surfactants, polymers, low-salinity phases and foams are discussed and their synergistic effects are evaluated. Also, activated EOR mechanisms are defined and specified. Since the stabilization of nanofluids in harsh conditions of reservoir is vital for EOR applications, different methods for stabilizing nanofluids through EOR procedures are reviewed. Besides, a discussion on different functional groups of NPs is represented. Later, an economic model for evaluation of EOR process is examined and “Hotelling” method as an appropriate model for investigation of economic aspects of EOR process is introduced in detail. The findings of this study can lead to better understanding of fundamental basis about efficiency of nanoparticles in EOR process, activated EOR mechanisms during application of nanoparticles, selection of appropriate nanoparticles, the methods of stabilizing and economic evaluation for EOR process with respect to costs and outcomes.

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confidence: 63%

A review on application of nanoparticles for EOR purposes: history and current challenges

Iravani

Khalilnezhad

2023

J Petrol Explor Prod Technol

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“…The existence of the permeability ratio enhanced the effect of the TPF. Although the increasing range of the recovery factor in the homogeneous model was the smallest, the recovery factor of the water flooding stage and the postwater flooding was highest among the four models because of its relatively single permeability. − …”

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Two-Dimensional Visual Analysis of Three-Phase Foam Flooding under Different Reservoir Conditions

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Wei

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Energy Fuels

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In the later stage of water flooding, the water cut of the reservoir is high and the water channeling of the interlayer is severe, leading to the invalid or inefficient circulation of injected water and to poor development results. However, the three-phase foam (TPF), which combines the advantages of foam and particles, is strongly applicable for high water cut reservoirs. To explore the plugging and profile control mechanisms of the TPF and the degree of improving oil recovery, branched-formed particle gel (B-PPG), surfactant DLY-05, and N2 were mixed to form the TPF. The system was used in two-dimensional flooding experiments consisting of homogeneous, positive rhythm, reverse rhythm, and high-permeability channel models. Quantitative and qualitative analyses were carried out with the displacement phenomenon and the dynamic parameters of oil production. Such a water cut, production pressure difference, and recovery factor were analyzed in detail. The results show that the TPF has good adaptability to four high water cut models. When TPF is injected, the water cut of the produced liquid is significantly reduced, and the production pressure difference and oil recovery factor are significantly increased. The decrease in water cut ranges from 17.26 to 22.27%, corresponding to an increase in the oil recovery factor of 20.63 to 28.28%. The dynamic changes in the model flow line and flow field in different flooding stages show that the TPF can control the profile and flooding oil. In addition, when flexible particles deform and enter the small pore throat, residual oil is squeezed and carried out. The research results provide a theoretical reference for the application of a three-phase foam in actual reservoirs. The study of TPF in a high water cut reservoir provides a reference for its application in an actual reservoir in the future.

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“…Even though direct inhalation of dry silica has deleterious defects on human health, silica nanoparticles are considered environmentally friendly and economically feasible for subsurface applications [194]. Surface-modified nanoparticles enhance foam stability considerably [195]. For example, experiments show the effectiveness of modified Fe 3 O 4 @SiO 2 -700 (700 µL coated with tetraethyl orthosilicate) particles with a 68.5 • contact angle in achieving a stable foam system [196] with the possibility to recycle and reuse the nanoparticles.…”

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A Review of CCUS in the Context of Foams, Regulatory Frameworks and Monitoring

2023

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Greenhouse gas emission into the atmosphere is considered the main reason for the rise in Earth’s mean surface temperature. According to the Paris Agreement, to prevent the rise of the global average surface temperature beyond two degrees Celsius, global CO2 emissions must be cut substantially. While a transition to a net-zero emission scenario is envisioned by mid-century, carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) will play a crucial role in mitigating ongoing greenhouse gas emissions. Injection of CO2 into geological formations is a major pathway to enable large-scale storage. Despite significant recent technological advancements, mass deployment of these technologies still faces several technical and non-technical difficulties. This paper provides an overview of technical milestones reached thus far in CO2 capture, utilization, geological storage, monitoring technologies, and non-technical aspects such as regulatory frameworks and related policies in the US and the rest of the world. This paper describes different injection methods to store CO2 in various subsurface formations, the use of foams and the resulting potential gains in CO2 storage capacity, the role of nanoparticles for foam stabilization, and ensuring long-term storage safety. This work also addresses several safety-related aspects of geological storage and subsurface monitoring technologies that may mitigate risks associated with long-term storage.

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Modified Fe3O4 nanoparticle used for stabilizing foam flooding for enhanced oil recovery

Cited by 34 publications

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A review on application of nanoparticles for EOR purposes: history and current challenges

A review on application of nanoparticles for EOR purposes: history and current challenges

Two-Dimensional Visual Analysis of Three-Phase Foam Flooding under Different Reservoir Conditions

A Review of CCUS in the Context of Foams, Regulatory Frameworks and Monitoring

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