Nanotechnology for drilling operations

Cheraghian, Goshtasp; Afrand, Masoud

doi:10.1016/b978-0-12-821346-9.00008-0

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“… 28 − 30 At this scale, nanomaterials would exhibit totally different physicochemical properties, including improved electronic properties such as thermal and electrical conductivities, mechanical properties, high specific surface area, magnetism, quantum effects, and antimicrobial activity, among others, if compared with their macroscopic counterpart. 19 , 21 , 23 , 29 , 31 − 34 Most of the latter characteristic features are often absent in their macroscopic form, and they are closely related to their sizes and morphologies, which can vary from nanoparticles with well-defined geometry (spheres, triangles, squares, rhombuses, and plates), nanorods, nanotubes, nanosheets, etc. 28 , 29 , 35 Nanomaterials are classified as zero-dimensional such as nanoparticles, one-dimensional such as nanorods nanostructures, two-dimensional such as flat layer-like nanoparticles, and three-dimensional such as those nanostructures formed by the interaction of two or several nanoparticles.…”

Section: Nanoparticles Used As Additives In Drilling Fluidsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“… 28 , 30 , 36 Typical nanoparticles used so far in drilling mud formulations include but are not limited to carbonaceous nanostructures (carbon, buckminsterfullerene, carbon nanotubes, and graphene), 37 − 44 copper oxide (CuO), 45 zinc oxide (ZnO), titanium dioxide (TiO 2 ), 46 yttrium oxide (Y 2 O 3 ), ferric oxide (Fe 2 O 3 ), silicon dioxide (SiO 2 ), 47 alumina (Al 2 O 3 ), bismuth ferrite, 48 nanocellulose, nanoclays, and molybdenum disulfide (MoS 2 ). 19 , 21 , 23 , 24 , 26 , 49 − 53 The fabrication of high-performance hybrid muds based on the association of two or more of the preceding nanoparticles has also been reported. 21 , 23 , 24 , 54 − 56 …”

Section: Nanoparticles Used As Additives In Drilling Fluidsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“… 19 , 21 , 23 , 24 , 26 , 49 − 53 The fabrication of high-performance hybrid muds based on the association of two or more of the preceding nanoparticles has also been reported. 21 , 23 , 24 , 54 − 56 …”

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Nanofluid Formulations Based on Two-Dimensional Nanoparticles, Their Performance, and Potential Application as Water-Based Drilling Fluids

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The development of sustainable, cost-efficient, and high-performance nanofluids is one of the current research topics within drilling applications. The inclusion of tailorable nanoparticles offers the possibility of formulating water-based fluids with enhanced properties, providing unprecedented opportunities in the energy, oil, gas, water, or infrastructure industries. In this work, the most recent and relevant findings related with the development of customizable nanofluids are discussed, focusing on those based on the incorporation of 2D (two-dimensional) nanoparticles and environmentally friendly precursors. The advantages and drawbacks of using 2D layered nanomaterials including but not limited to silicon nano-glass flakes, graphene, MoS 2 , disk-shaped Laponite nanoparticles, layered magnesium aluminum silicate nanoparticles, and nanolayered organo-montmorillonite are presented. The current formulation approaches are listed, as well as their physicochemical characterization: rheology, viscoelastic properties, and filtration properties (fluid losses). The most influential factors affecting the drilling fluid performance, such as the pH, temperature, ionic strength interaction, and pressure, are also debated. Finally, an overview about the simulation at the microscale of fluids flux in porous media is presented, aiming to illustrate the approaches that could be taken to supplement the experimental efforts to research the performance of drilling muds. The information discussed shows that the addition of 2D nanolayered structures to drilling fluids promotes a substantial improvement in the rheological, viscoelastic, and filtration properties, additionally contributing to cuttings removal, and wellbore stability and strengthening. This also offers a unique opportunity to modulate and improve the thermal and lubrication properties of the fluids, which is highly appealing during drilling operations.

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Nanofluid Formulations Based on Two-Dimensional Nanoparticles, Their Performance, and Potential Application as Water-Based Drilling Fluids

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“…The quartz combustor has a higher blow-off limit than the stainless steel and SiC combustor, according to numerical simulation findings. Using direct numerical simulation (DNS), Pisa and his colleagues examined the combustion of a dilute hydrogen–air mixture (with an equivalence ratio of 0.5) into heated microchannels, two-dimensionally [ 227 , 228 ] and three-dimensionally [ 229 ]. In this study, they reported open axisymmetric flames, extinction, repetitive extinction/ignition, steady symmetric and axisymmetric flames structure, as well as transition regimes such as oscillatory ignition/extinction, but no items were provided on the specifics or causes of these regimes.…”

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A Review of the Methods of Modeling Multi-Phase Flows within Different Microchannels Shapes and Their Applications

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In industrial processes, the microtechnology concept refers to the operation of small devices that integrate the elements of operational and reaction units to save energy and space. The advancement of knowledge in the field of microfluidics has resulted in fabricating devices with different applications in micro and nanoscales. Micro- and nano-devices can provide energy-efficient systems due to their high thermal performance. Fluid flow in microchannels and microstructures has been widely considered by researchers in the last two decades. In this paper, a review study on fluid flow within microstructures is performed. The present study aims to present the results obtained in previous studies on this type of system. First, different types of flows in microchannels are examined. The present article will then review previous articles and present a general summary in each section. Then, the multi-phase flows inside the microchannels are discussed, and the flows inside the micropumps, microturbines, and micromixers are evaluated. According to the literature review, it is found that the use of microstructures enhances energy efficiency. The results of previous investigations revealed that the use of nanofluids as a working fluid in microstructures improves energy efficiency. Previous studies have demonstrated special attention to the design aspects of microchannels and micro-devices compared to other design strategies to improve their performance. Finally, general concluding remarks are presented, and the existing challenges in the use of these devices and suggestions for future investigations are presented.

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“…It is a two-dimensional planar sheet of sp2-bonded carbon atoms with exceptional mechanical, electrical, thermal, and physical characteristics. It has been extensively used in a variety of applications due to its intriguing features [ 17 , 18 , 19 , 20 , 21 , 22 ]. Numerous researchers examined the significance of various metallic and non-metallic nanoparticles in WBMs.…”

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Synergetic Effects of Graphene Nanoplatelets/Tapioca Starch on Water-Based Drilling Muds: Enhancements in Rheological and Filtration Characteristics

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Several borehole problems are encountered during drilling a well due to improper mud design. These problems are directly associated with the rheological and filtration properties of the fluid used during drilling. Thus, it is important to investigate the mud rheological and filtration characteristics of water-based drilling muds (WBMs). Several materials have been examined but due to the higher temperature conditions of wells, such materials have degraded and lost their primary functions. In this research, an attempt was made to prepare a water-based mud by utilizing graphene nano platelets (GNP) in addition to the native tapioca starch at different ratios. The combined effect of starch and graphene nano platelets has been investigated in terms of mud’s rheological and filtration parameters, including its plastic viscosity (PV), yield point (YP), fluid loss volume (FLV) and filtercake thickness (FCT). The morphological changes in the filtercake have also been observed using Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FESEM) micrographs. Plastic viscosity was increased from 18–35 cP, 22–31 cP and 21–28 cP for 68 °F, 250 °F and 300 °F, respectively. The yield point was also enhanced from 22–37 lb/100ft2, 26–41 lb/100ft2 and 24–31 lb/100ft2 at the studied range. The fluid loss was dramatically reduced from 14.5–6.5 mL, 17.3–7.5 mL and 36–9.5 mL at 68 °F, 250 °F and 300 °F respectively. Similarly, filtercake thickness was also reduced which was further illustrated by filtercake morphology.

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Nanotechnology for drilling operations

Cited by 10 publications

References 70 publications

Nanofluid Formulations Based on Two-Dimensional Nanoparticles, Their Performance, and Potential Application as Water-Based Drilling Fluids

Nanofluid Formulations Based on Two-Dimensional Nanoparticles, Their Performance, and Potential Application as Water-Based Drilling Fluids

A Review of the Methods of Modeling Multi-Phase Flows within Different Microchannels Shapes and Their Applications

Synergetic Effects of Graphene Nanoplatelets/Tapioca Starch on Water-Based Drilling Muds: Enhancements in Rheological and Filtration Characteristics

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