Essentials of polymer flooding technique. (2019)

• Record Type: Book
• Further Information: Note: Antoine Thomas.
• Authors: Thomas, Antoine, 1986-
• Contents: Preface xv Abbreviations xix About the Author xxiii Introduction xxv 1. Why Enhanced Oil Recovery? 3 1.1. What Is a Reservoir? 4 1.2. Hydrocarbon Recovery Mechanisms 4 1.2.1. Anecdote 7 1.3. Definitions of IOR and EOR 8 1.4. What Controls Oil Recovery? 8 1.5. Classification and Description of EOR Processes 11 1.5.1. Thermal Processes 11 1.5.2. Chemical Processes 15 1.5.3. Miscible Processes 15 1.6. Why EOR? Cost, Reserve Replacement, and Recovery Factors 17 References 20 2. Chemical Enhanced Oil Recovery Methods 23 2.1. Introduction 24 2.2. Chemical EOR Methods 26 2.2.1. Polymer Flooding 27 2.2.2. High‐Viscosity Polymer Slugs 32 2.2.3. Surfactant‐Polymer (SP) 33 2.2.3.1. Surfactants 33 2.2.3.2. Field Cases 37 2.2.4. Alkali‐Surfactant‐Polymer Flooding (ASP) 38 2.2.4.1. Theory 38 2.2.4.2. Laboratory Studies 40 2.2.4.3. Economics 44 2.2.4.4. Field Cases 45 2.2.5. Other Chemical Methods 49 2.2.5.1. Gels vs. Polymer Injection 49 2.2.5.2. Colloidal Dispersion Gels 50 2.2.5.3. Microgels and Nanogels 53 2.2.5.4. Relative Permeability Modifiers (RPM) 54 References 56 3. Polymer Flooding 65 3.1. Introduction 66 3.2. Concept 67 3.2.1. Fractional Flow 67 3.2.2. Polymer Flooding Applicability 70 3.2.3. Timing 71 3.3. Envelope of Application 73 3.3.1. History 73 3.3.2. Reservoir Prescreening 77 3.3.2.1. Lithology 78 3.3.2.2. Wettability 78 3.3.2.3. Current Oil Saturation 80 3.3.2.4. Porosity Type 80 3.3.2.5. Gas Cap 80 3.3.2.6. Aquifer 81 3.3.2.7. Salinity/Hardness 81 3.3.2.8. Dykstra‐Parsons 82 3.3.2.9. Clays 83 3.3.2.10. Water-cut 84 3.3.2.11. Flooding Pattern and Spacing 85 3.4. Conclusions 85 References 87 4. Polymers 91 4.1. Introduction 92 4.2. Polyacrylamide – Generalities 93 4.2.1. Introduction 93 4.2.2. Monomers 93 4.2.2.1. Acrylamide 93 4.2.2.2. Acrylic Acid 95 4.2.2.3. ATBS 95 4.2.2.4. N‐Vinylpyrrolidone 96 4.2.3. Polymerization Processes 96 4.2.3.1. Gel Polymerization Process 97 4.2.3.2. Inverse Emulsion Polymerization Process 98 4.3. Polymer Selection Guidelines 99 4.3.1. Generalities 99 4.3.1.1. Polymer Form 100 4.3.1.2. Polymer Chemistry 101 4.3.1.3. Polymer Molecular Weight 101 4.3.2. Polymer Selection 102 4.3.2.1. Molecular Weight 103 4.3.3. Other Polymer Families 103 4.3.3.1. Associative Polymers 103 4.3.3.2. Thermoresponsive Polymers 105 4.4. Polymer Characteristics and Rheology 105 4.4.1. Viscosity 106 4.4.1.1. Generalities 106 4.4.2. Rheology 109 4.4.3. Solubility 110 4.5. Polymer Stability 110 4.5.1. Chemical Degradation 110 4.5.1.1. Oxygen 111 4.5.1.2. Iron 112 4.5.1.3. Protection from Chemical Degradation 112 4.5.2. Mechanical Degradation 114 4.5.3. Thermal Degradation 115 4.5.4. Improving Polymer Stability 117 4.6. Laboratory Evaluations 118 4.6.1. Solubility and Filterability 119 4.6.1.1. Solubility 119 4.6.1.2. Filterability 119 4.6.2. Viscosity 121 4.6.3. Shear Resistance 124 4.6.4. Screen Factor 125 4.6.5. Long‐Term Stability 126 4.6.6. Compatibility Tests 127 4.6.7. Core Flooding 128 4.6.7.1. Generalities 129 4.6.7.2. Equipment and Tips for Injection 140 4.6.8. Quality Control 141 4.6.9. Heath, Safety, and Environment 142 4.6.9.1. Product Handling 142 4.6.9.2. Anionic Polyacrylamide in the Marine Environment 143 4.6.9.3. Biodegradability 144 4.6.9.4. Polyacrylamides as a Nitrogen Source 145 4.6.9.5. Polyacrylamides as a Carbon Source 145 4.6.9.6. About Acrylamide Reformation and Toxicity 147 References 149 5. Polymer Flooding – Pilot Design 159 5.1. Reservoir Screening – Reminder 160 5.2. Pilot Design 161 5.2.1. Pattern Selection 162 5.2.2. How Much Polymer? 165 5.2.3. Injection Protocol 168 5.2.3.1. Start‐Up of Polymer Injection 168 5.2.3.2. Ending Polymer Injection 168 5.2.3.3. Voidage Replacement Ratio (VRR) 169 5.3. Injectivity 171 5.3.1. Discussion on Injectivity 174 5.4. Monitoring 180 5.5. Modeling 181 5.6. Quality Control 182 5.7. Specific Considerations for Offshore Implementation 183 References 186 6. Engineering 189 6.1. Preliminary Requirements 190 6.1.1. Water Quality 190 6.1.2. Oxygen Removal 191 6.1.3. Requirements for Design 192 6.1.4. Powder vs. Emulsion 194 6.2. Injection Equipment for Emulsions 195 6.3. Injection Equipment for Powders 195 6.3.1. Dispersion and Dissolution 195 6.3.2. Maturation 198 6.4. Field Development Approaches Onshore 198 6.4.1. Existing Waterflooding in the Field 200 6.4.1.1. One Pump per Well – Injecting Mother Solution 201 6.4.1.2. One Pump for Several Wells – Injecting Mother Solution 201 6.4.2. No Existing Waterflooding in the Field 201 6.4.2.1. One Pump per Well – Injecting Diluted Solution 02 6.4.2.2. One Pump for Several Wells – Injecting Diluted Solution 202 6.4.3. Logistics for Onshore Projects 202 6.5. Key Considerations for Offshore Implementation 205 6.6. ASP Process 209 6.6.1. ASP Reminder 209 6.6.2. Water Softening 209 6.6.3. Chemicals 211 6.6.3.1. Alkali 211 6.6.3.2. Surfactant 212 6.6.4. Mixing of All Products 213 6.7. From the Dissolution Point to the Wellhead 214 6.7.1. Viscosity Monitoring 214 6.7.2. Non‐shearing Chokes 216 References 218 7. Produced Water Treatment 221 7.1. Introduction 222 7.2. Generalities 224 7.2.1. Produced Water Characteristics 224 7.2.2. Oil and Gas Processing 226 7.3. Oil and Gas Separation 226 7.3.1. Separators 226 7.3.2. Heater Treaters 228 7.4. Water Treatment 229 7.4.1. Introduction and Generalities 229 7.4.2. Gravity Separation 229 7.4.2.1. Deoilers 231 7.4.3. Gas Flotation 232 7.4.4. Cyclonic Separation 234 7.4.5. Centrifuges 234 7.4.6. Filtration 235 7.4.6.1. Media Filters 235 7.4.6.2. Membranes 237 7.5. Polymer Degradation 239 7.5.1. Polymer Removal 240 7.5.2. Chemical Oxidation 241 7.5.3. Electro‐Oxidation 241 7.5.4. Mechanical Degradation 242 7.5.5. Ultrasonic Degradation 242 7.5.6. Thermal Degradation 243 7.5.7. UV – Advanced Oxidation Processes 243 7.6. Conclusions and Discussion 244 References 248 8. Economics 251 8.1. Introduction 252 8.2. Cost Overview 252 8.2.1. Water Handling and Injection 253 8.2.2. Cost of EOR Chemicals 255 8.2.3. Additional Costs for ASP Flooding 256 8.3. Example – Polymer Flooding 257 8.4. Examples – SP and ASP 260 8.4.1. SP 260 <
• Edition: 1st
• Publisher Details: Hoboken, New Jersey : John Wiley & Sons, Inc
• Publication Date: 2019
• Extent: 1 online resource
• Subjects: 622.3381; Oil field flooding; Oil field chemicals; Polymers
• Languages: English
• ISBNs: 9781119537625
• Related ISBNs: 9781119537618
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