Experimental study of multiphase flow in porous media during CO2 geo-sequestration processes

There have been numerous computer-based simulation studies carried out on thesubject of CO2 geo-sequestration. However, the amount of experimental data available in the literature on this topic, especially with regards to multiphaseflow characteristics of fluid-rock systems during such processes, is very limited. This research was carried out with the aim of providing a better understanding of the multiphase fluid flow characteristics of fluid-rock systems during the geo-sequestration process. The ultimate goal of this research was to experimentally evaluate the change in the number of multiphase flow characteristics of the system over time caused by the potential chemical and physical/mechanical processes occuring during deep CO2 disposal, in order to investigate the following effects: cyclic/alterating CO2-brine flooding; flow direction; residual hydrocarbon (natural gas); change in the reservoir stress field. Until completion of this study there were no experimental data published in the literature addressing the above mentioned issues and the results obtained, and published within this thesis were the first of their kind. Nominated by the Curtin University of Technology, Kensington, Australia, for a Springer Theses Prize. Describing experimental data on multiphase flow characteristics in fluid-rocks systems during the CO2 sequestration process. Detailed description of methods and apparatus used in the study INDICE: Introduction. Multiphase flow during CO2 geo-sequestration. Experimental setup, material, and procedure. Experimental results. Interpretation, analysis, and discussion; Summary, conclusions, and recommendations.

• ISBN: 978-3-642-25040-8
• Editorial: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
• Encuadernacion: Cartoné
• Páginas: 184
• Fecha Publicación: 31/12/2011
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés