fouling

Hull fouling is a huge problem and is estimated to account for 9% of the global fleet’s fuel consumption every year. Initial theoretical, laboratory, and land-based tests supported by independent experts have led to promising results showing that ultrasound can prevent biofouling.

The machine-learning techniques applied aim to deliver a prediction model based on both simulation and real-time field data. The model tracks and monitors system key performance indicators.

As producers push logistical and technological limits to operate in deeper water and more remote locations, maintaining and repairing offshore structures can present a number of challenges unique to these environments. One of the costliest is corrosion.

In this second article of a series covering water management in hydraulic fracturing (HF) in unconventional resources, the properties and characteristics of the flowback fluids are discussed, together with the general categories of technologies that are best suited to treat them.

Higher oil prices has created increased interest in chemical enhanced oil recovery (CEOR) using polymers, surfactants, and alkalis. This technology poses some special challenges, especially around water treatment.