Application of nanoparticles for water-oil emulsions de-emulsification process
Keywords:
water-oil emulsion, demulsification, nanoparticles, demulsifiers, nanotechnology, oil and gas extractionAbstract
The main objective of the study is to evaluate the effect of nanoparticles on the demulsification process of water-oil emulsions. Specifically, the influence of Fe2O3 nanoparticles on the separation of oil and water phases was examined under laboratory conditions at varying concentrations and temperature settings. During the experiments, the use of nanoparticles significantly enhanced the separation rate of the emulsion and improved the quality of the recovered oil. The high surface energy of the nanoparticles disrupted the stable emulsion layer, allowing for more efficient separation of oil and water. Furthermore, the study determined that application of Fe2O3 nanoparticles is an effective demulsification method. These findings broaden the prospects of applying nanotechnology in the oil industry, offering both ecologic and economic advantages in oil production processes.
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