Energy & Fuels· 2014Q1· Review
Asphaltene Adsorption, a Literature Review
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- 2014year
Short summary
This review synthesizes literature on asphaltene adsorption, a phenomenon impacting oil production and refining.
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Key points
- Asphaltene adsorption occurs from the production well through the entire oil production chain.
- The phenomenon is generally undesirable, leading to reservoir damage and equipment fouling.
- Selective removal of asphaltenes via adsorption can partially upgrade petroleum.
- The review covers the chemical/physical nature of asphaltenes and sorbents.
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Abstract
Asphaltene adsorption at solid surfaces is a ubiquitous phenomenon that begins within the production well and continues through the entire production chain. It is generally an undesirable phenomenon that causes damage within reservoirs, fouling of pipelines and transportation equipment, and fouling of refining and upgrading equipment. However, by virtue of this phenomenon, problematic asphaltenes may also be selectively removed from petroleum streams to produce partially upgraded petroleum, which has significantly improved handling, processing, and upgrading qualities. This review covers many basic aspects regarding the chemical and physical nature of asphaltenes and sorbents related to asphaltene adsorption.
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