Title of article :
Polyhydroxybutyrate for Improved Oil Recovery: A Literature Review
Author/Authors :
Taib, Norrulhuda Mohd Universiti Teknologi MARA - Faculty of Chemical Engineering, Malaysia , Achim, Norfarisha Universiti Teknologi MARA - Faculty of Chemical Engineering, Malaysia , Hassan, Zulkafli Universiti Teknologi MARA - Faculty of Chemical Engineering, Malaysia
Abstract :
In this study the role of Polymer flooding as one of the most efficient processes to enhance oil recovery (EOR) is discussed. As we know, Polyhydroxybutyrate (PHB) is a bio-based polymer that has potential application for use in polymer flooding. This polymer is reviewed with particular emphasis on the effect of concentration, shear rate, salinity, hardness and temperature on polymer viscosity. Initial findings showed that PHB owned higher resistant as compared to mechanical degradation and thermal stability of HPAM as well as XG.
Keywords :
Polymer Flooding , Partially Hydrolyzed Polyacrylamide , Xanthan Gum , Polyhydroxybutyrate and Rheology
Journal title :
Scientific Research Journal
Journal title :
Scientific Research Journal
