Asphaltene Flocculation Inhibition with Ultrasonic Wave Radiation: A Detailed Experimental Study of the Governing Mechanisms

作者: Iman Najafi , Mahmood Amani

DOI: 10.3968/J.APED.1925543820110202.108

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摘要: The concept of ultrasonic wave assisted asphaltene flocculation/deposition inhibition was earlier introduced by Najafi et al., (2011). Current study is based on a series experimental analyses, rheological changes, flocculation behavior, and total content two types crude oils.The role radiation these parameters are investigated in order to elaborate the changes kinetics which leads flocs formation. Based results obtained from experiments, one can conclude that be most effective if radiated up an optimum time. Around this time oil has its local minimum value kinematic viscosity, least content, potential for formation macro-structured flocsdue reduction aromatic saturate ratio. More detailed studiesrevealed during timetwo main mechanisms active asphaltenic oil: particles disintegration particles. analysis, defined as at have equal rate. times observed same range different tests. According obtained, technology method extensive industrial application. Key words: Ultrasonic; Asphaltene; Flocculation

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