This book is a concise but well-organized introduction to nanotechnology (NT) which the upstream oil industry is now vigorously adapting to develop its own unique applications for improved oilfield operations and, oil and gas production. Its reader will learn nanotechnology fundamentals, be introduced to important NT products and applications from other industries and learn about the current state of development of various NT applications in the upstream oil industry, which include innovative use of nanoparticles for enhanced oil recovery; drilling and completions; reservoir sensing; and production operations and flow assurance.

Key Features

Exclusive title on potential of nanoparticle-based agents and interventions for improving myriad of oilfield operations
Unique guide for nanotechnology applications developers and users for oil and gas production
Introduces nanotechnology for oil and gas managers and engineers
Includes research data discussions relevant to field
Offers a practical applications-oriented approach

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Information

Publisher

CRC Press

Year

2019

ISBN

9781351210348

Edition

Topic

Physical Sciences

Subtopic

Industrial & Technical Chemistry

Cover
Half-Title
Title
Copyright
Contents
Preface
Authors
1 Introduction
2 Nanoparticle Synthesis and Surface Coating
3 Nanoparticles in Fluids
4 Nanoparticles at Fluid Interfaces
5 Nanomagnetism
6 Nanotechnology and the Environment
7 Drilling and Completions
8 Production Operations and Flow Assurance
9 Reservoir Sensing
10 Enhanced Oil Recovery: Foams and Emulsions
11 Enhanced Oil Recovery: Wettability Alteration and Other Topics
12 Heavy Oil Recovery
13 Conclusions and Future Directions
Index