A novel test method for evaluate asphaltene inhibitor efficiency on damage permeability

Karambeigi, Mohammad Ali; Fallah, Narges; Nikazar, Manouchehr; Kharrat, Riyaz

doi:10.1080/10916466.2018.1482331

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“…Asphaltene, which is the most structurally complex, dense, and polar component with high surface activity in crude oil, is prone to deposition during mining operations [ 3 ]. The deposition of asphaltenes in crude oil can negatively impact the recovery factor of crude oil extraction or production and may cause scaling and equipment blockage [ 4 , 5 , 6 , 7 ]. The precipitation of asphaltenes within the reservoir, for instance, alters the wettability of the rock.…”

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Research Progress in Nanoparticle Inhibitors for Crude Oil Asphaltene Deposition

Yang,

Yan,

Cai

et al. 2024

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Currently, the alteration of external factors during crude oil extraction easily disrupts the thermodynamic equilibrium of asphaltene, resulting in the continuous flocculation and deposition of asphaltene molecules in crude oil. This accumulation within the pores of reservoir rocks obstructs the pore throat, hindering the efficient extraction of oil and gas, and consequently, affecting the recovery of oil and gas resources. Therefore, it is crucial to investigate the principles of asphaltene deposition inhibition and the synthesis of asphaltene inhibitors. In recent years, the development of nanotechnology has garnered significant attention due to its unique surface and volume effects. Nanoparticles possess a large specific surface area, high adsorption capacity, and excellent suspension and catalytic abilities, exhibiting unparalleled advantages compared with traditional organic asphaltene inhibitors, such as sodium dodecyl benzene sulfonate and salicylic acid. At present, there are three primary types of nanoparticle inhibitors: metal oxide nanoparticles, organic nanoparticles, and inorganic nonmetal nanoparticles. This paper reviews the recent advancements and application challenges of nanoparticle asphaltene deposition inhibition technology based on the mechanism of asphaltene deposition and nano-inhibitors. The aim was to provide insights for ongoing research in this field and to identify potential future research directions.

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