Application of Polymeric Composites in Chemical-Enhanced Oil Recovery

AN El-hoshoudy^1,2*
¹PVT Lab., Production Department, Egyptian Petroleum Research Institute (EPRI), Naser City, Cairo, Egypt
²PVT Service Center, Egyptian Petroleum Research Institute (EPRI), Naser City, Cairo, Egypt
*Corresponding Author: AN El-hoshoudy, PVT Lab., Production Department, Egyptian Petroleum Research Institute (EPRI), Naser City, Cairo, Egypt; PVT Service Center, Egyptian Petroleum Research Institute (EPRI), Naser City, Cairo, Egypt.

Published: July 12, 2024

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Abstract  

Chemical-enhanced oil recovery (EOR) represents a pivotal technology in the petroleum industry, aimed at maximizing the extraction of hydrocarbons from reservoirs. Traditional oil recovery methods typically leave a substantial portion of the oil in the reservoir, making EOR techniques crucial for boosting extraction efficiency. Among the various chemical EOR methods, polymer flooding stands out due to its ability to improve the viscosity of the displacing fluid, thus enhancing the sweep efficiency and reducing the mobility ratio. This manuscript explores the application of polymeric composites in chemical EOR, highlighting their formulation, mechanisms, advantages, challenges, and recent advancements

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