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Books in Fossil fuels

Our selection provides comprehensive coverage of extraction, processing, and utilization of coal, oil, and natural gas. It supports energy engineers, industry professionals, and researchers working on improving efficiency, reducing environmental impact, and developing cleaner fossil fuel technologies. Including case studies and technological advances, these resources address critical challenges in responsible resource management.

  • Fundamentals and Practice of Nuclear Logging

    A Subsurface Measurement Technology
    • 1st Edition
    • Ahmed Badruzzaman
    • English
    Fundamentals and Practice of Nuclear Logging: A Subsurface Measurement Technique delves into the basic physics employed in nuclear measurements. It explores the use of these principles in tool design and interpretation. First used in 1939 to probe the subsurface, nuclear/atomic techniques now play a crucial role in down-hole physics measurements of geological media. This book is a valuable resource for upper division and graduate students, offering insight into the fundamentals and serving as a reference for practitioners.In addition, the book discusses the safety and security challenges associated with radionuclide-based techniques and highlights the research aimed at mitigating these risks through advanced generator-based methods. It emphasizes the dynamic characterization of geological formations and well-bores, providing a range of interpretations unattainable through other subsurface techniques. This comprehensive guide is essential for those seeking to understand the evolving landscape of nuclear logging practices.

  • Well Cement Integrity

    • 1st Edition
    • Rahman Ashena + 2 more
    • English
    Well Cement Integrity offers a comprehensive examination of the critical factors influencing the long-term safety and reliability of wellbore barriers. The book synthesizes recent advances in evaluation techniques, including experimental laboratory testing, field diagnostics, and innovative data-driven methods such as AI and machine learning. It addresses the unique challenges faced in high-pressure, high-temperature, geothermal, and CCUS environments, providing practical guidance for assessing and maintaining cement integrity throughout the entire well lifecycle. The content emphasizes a holistic approach, integrating laboratory assessments, logging tools, pressure testing, and long-term monitoring strategies to enable practitioners to make informed decisions and implement effective remediation measures.The book's structure includes detailed chapters on topics such as cement bond logs, sustained casing pressure, cement plugs, and plug-and-abandonment procedures. It explores the fundamentals of experimental evaluation, discusses the causes and prevention of casing failures, and presents case studies illustrating real-world applications. Additional chapters focus on the evaluation of cement integrity in specialized scenarios like CCUS and geothermal wells, as well as cutting-edge techniques involving AI and machine learning to predict and analyze well performance. Practical procedures and industry standards are incorporated to support effective decision-making and operational excellence.

  • Well Integrity for Abandoned Well Re-entries

    • 1st Edition
    • Les Skinner
    • English
    Well Integrity for Abandoned Well Re-entries addresses well integrity and operational risks that accompany the benefits of using an old and abandoned wellbore by providing it a second chance to perform. Re-entering an abandoned well provides new life to an old wellbore by reducing the need for drilling new wells. This, in turn, reduces emissions footprint, drilling waste, and costs for some wells. The book covers well integrity basics, abandoned wells, analysis required for re-entry, potential uses for re-entered wells (including applications for EOR, CO2 EOR with sequestration, natural gas storage, geothermal heat recovery, and much more.)Packed with case studies and tips for practical application, this book provides readers with an understanding of re-entry techniques, pitfalls, and diagnostics to determine well integrity. This novel text digs deep into the process and benefits of re-entering abandoned wells in support of sustainability.

  • Carbon Capture and Storage in the Oil and Gas Industry

    Solutions for the Energy Transition
    • 1st Edition
    • Birol Dindoruk + 2 more
    • English
    Carbon Capture and Storage in the Oil and Gas Industry: Solutions for the Energy Transition introduces engineers to the basics in CCUS and how oil and gas can support activity. Containing both academic and corporate contributors, topics include screening selection, best practices, and the latest advances. Field applications and available case studies are included to help users learn and apply concepts to real-world applications. Lead by three experienced oil and gas experts, this book will define and guide the oil and gas engineer into a must-have skill in energy transition that will help them contribute to net zero goals.This is a climate mitigation action which caters to the assets (in terms of geological storage capacities and existing infrastructure) and technical skills (i.e., expertise in subsurface technology) of oil and gas producers. The literature through journal outlets is climbing rapidly, but there is still no CCUS or a go-to reference that trains the oil and gas engineer.

  • Thermal Plugging of Oil and Gas Wells

    Modelling, Simulation, and Experiments
    • 1st Edition
    • Marcelo J.S. de Lemos
    • English
    Thermal Plugging of Oil and Gas Wells: Modelling, Simulation and Experiments is a comprehensive reference book that revolutionizes plug and abandonment (P&A) operations in the oil and gas industry. This groundbreaking work delves into the cutting-edge thermal technologies reshaping the landscape of well sealing, providing cost-effective, efficient, and environmentally friendly solutions for the industry's evolving needs. From an in-depth exploration of thermal sources and exothermic reactions to case studies on bismuth-based sealing solutions, 'Thermal Sealing of Oil Wells' offers an extensive analysis of the latest advancements in P&A techniques. Mathematical modeling principles and experimental research methodologies are elucidated, along with analytical and numerical solutions for thermal sealing. The book also covers economic and environmental considerations, shedding light on cost analysis, regulatory compliance, and strategies for minimizing environmental impact. With a focus on practical implementation and future trends, this invaluable resource caters to a broad range of professionals within the oil and gas industry. Petroleum engineers, well integrity specialists, project managers, environmental engineers, researchers, developers, and regulatory bodies will find detailed technical guidelines, real-world case studies, and insightful discussions on the economic and environmental benefits of thermal P&A. By equipping readers with the latest knowledge and practical tools, 'Thermal Plugging of Oil & Gas Wells' empowers industry professionals to enhance the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of well abandonment operations.

  • Flow Assurance in Pipelines

    A Reference Guide
    • 1st Edition
    • Saeid Mokhatab + 3 more
    • English
    Flow assurance is critical for effective design and operation of hydrocarbon production and transmission systems. The aim is to ensure safe and economical flow of hydrocarbon fluids from the source to the markets. As future development of hydrocarbon resources moves into more challenging environments, the importance of flow assurance is becoming more asserted.Written by an internationally recognized team of experts, Flow Assurance in Pipelines: A Reference Guide is a unique, well-researched, and comprehensive work in the flow assurance discipline that addresses the stages of a flow assurance study and identifies how they relate to the pipeline system design and operation. This book is a fundamental resource for flow assurance engineers, pipeline engineers, operators, and production chemists, providing a detailed explanation of basic flow assurance issues that can arise in the pipeline systems and discusses practical methods to solve those issues, safely and cost effectively.

  • Wellbore Stability and Integrity

    Models and Case Studies for Oil and Gas, Geothermal, and CO2 Sequestration
    • 1st Edition
    • Meng Meng + 3 more
    • English
    Wellbore Stability and Integrity: Models and Case Studies for Oil and Gas, Geothermal, and CO2 Sequestration gives today’s engineers both the foundations and practical applications needed to mitigate common and future wellbore challenges. Organized into distinct parts, the book provides step-by-step instructions on how to model wellbore stability and integrity from fundamental elastic models before moving on to more advanced thermo-chemo-poro-el... models. Dynamic loading and multiphase flow effects are also introduced as is a comprehensive comparison between analytical methods and numerical methods in modeling wellbore stability and integrity with recommendations for field applications of specific problems.Lastly, the reference provides guidelines for researchers and engineers on future research developments that support the energy transition, such as in geothermal wellbores and CO2 storage capability. Supported by case studies throughout, this book delivers a critical tool for engineers to solve the future of wellbores.

  • Decarbonizing the Petroleum Industry

    Current Status, Ongoing Activities, and Future Prospects
    • 1st Edition
    • Achinta Bera + 1 more
    • English
    Decarbonizing the Petroleum Industry: Current Status, Ongoing Activities, and Future Prospects aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with transforming the petroleum industry into a more sustainable and environmentally friendly sector. It addresses the urgent need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change by adopting innovative technologies, implementing renewable energy solutions, and reducing carbon dioxide emissions throughout the value chain. The book covers a range of topics related to decarbonization in the petroleum industry. It begins with an overview of the industry's historical contribution to greenhouse gas emissions and establishes the link between fossil fuel combustion and climate change. The book then explores various decarbonization technologies and strategies that can be applied to the industry, including carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS), electrification, renewable energy integration, hydrogen, and biofuels. Subsequent chapters delve into specific areas of the petroleum industry, including upstream operations, refining and downstream processes, transportation and distribution, and the production of value-added sustainable products from CO2. Chapters discuss innovative approaches, technologies, and practices that can help reduce emissions and promote sustainability at each stage of the industry's value chain. The book culminates with an examination of policy and regulatory frameworks for decarbonization, including international agreements, government policies, incentives, and carbon pricing mechanisms. It explores the role of industry collaborations and partnerships in achieving decarbonization goals and addresses the challenges and opportunities in financing the transition, overcoming technological barriers, building a skilled workforce, and unlocking new business models and market opportunities.

  • Handbook of Offshore Oil and Gas Operations

    Methods, Technologies, and Environmental Impacts
    • 2nd Edition
    • James G. Speight
    • English
    The Handbook of Offshore Oil and Gas Operations: Methods, Technologies, and Environmental Impacts, 2nd Ed. offers a comprehensive overview of offshore energy extraction. This updated and expanded edition highlights the latest scientific advancements, technological innovations, safety protocols, and environmental considerations shaping current offshore practices. Covering foundational topics like geology, resource formation, exploration, drilling, and production, it emphasizes environmentally responsible operations and sustainable development strategies to support the reduction of carbon emissions.Authored by an industry expert, this reference explores the occurrence and formation of oil and gas, offshore geology, exploration techniques, platform types, and production methods, with insights into environmental impact mitigation. The final chapters address critical issues such as corrosion, oil spill response, legal regulations, and future industry trends. Notably, this edition introduces new chapters on oil spills and cleanup methods that bolster health, safety, and environmental (HSE) initiatives while promoting sustainability. Additionally, multiple chapters examine how offshore operations can help reduce carbon emissions, aligning industry practices with global climate goals. Rich with real-world case studies and current technical data, the book provides a thorough understanding of the entire offshore lifecycle.Designed for engineers, geologists, environmental scientists, safety managers, policymakers, and students, The Handbook of Offshore Oil and Gas Operations: 2nd Ed. equips readers with the knowledge to navigate emerging technologies, legal frameworks, and environmental challenges, making it an indispensable reference for industry professionals, students, and researchers alike.

  • Managed Pressure Drilling: Fundamentals, Methods and Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Eric van Oort
    • English
    Managed Pressure Drilling Fundamentals, Methods and Applications, First Edition provides the basic infrastructure and extended support necessary for drilling engineers to apply managed pressure drilling to their operations. Enhanced with multiple new chapters and contributions from both academic and corporate authors, this reference provides engineers with the basic processes and equipment behind MPD. Other sections explain the latest technology and real-world case studies, such as how to optimize the managed pressure drilling system, how to choose the best well candidate for MPD, and how to lower costs for land-based operations. Packed with a glossary, list of standards, and a well classification system, this book is a flagship reference for drilling engineers on how to understand basics and advances in this fast-paced area of oil and gas technology.

  • Powering through the Transition

    Navigating the Energy Sector’s Biggest Change since the Discovery of Oil
    • 1st Edition
    • Michael Deighton
    • English
    The energy transition is underway to low carbon, and energy companies need a guide to navigate through the uncertainties while maintaining an agile workforce. Powering through the Transition: Navigating the Energy Sector’s Biggest Change since the Discovery of Oil delivers key principles to achieve performance excellence for energy managers and engineers, utilizing cutting edge tools and techniques around lean, visual management, scrum, agile and margin improvement methods. Practical and user-friendly, the methods introduced are already showing successful tangible results with super major energy companies backed by the author’s 25-year experience. Strong visual graphics through flow charts and graphical abstracts are included as well as smart deployment methods utilizing digital technology and multiskilling of personnel. Rounding out with a glossary of terms and practical examples, Powering through the Transition gives today’s companies a plan to thrive in low carbon energy markets.

  • Pressure Transient Analysis

    Pressure Derivative
    • 1st Edition
    • Djebbar Tiab
    • English
    Pressure Transient Analysis: Pressure Derivative provides focuses on applications of pressure and derivative data for interpretation of pressure transient tests, offering alternatives to costly commercial software. Building from basics, this practical text spans: wells near single and multi-boundary systems, hydraulically fractured wells, naturally fractured reservoirs, interpretation of interference and pulse tests, gas well test analysis (including sources of emissions and decarbonizing strategies, geological sequestration, CCS risks and stress on CCS), multiphase flow, injectivity and falloff tests, rate transient and multi-rate tests, partially penetrated / perforated vertical and slanted wells, and horizontal wells in conventional and unconventional reservoirs.Many techniques and equations presented in this book can be found in the black box of commercial well-test analysis software packages – this practical text unlocks, unpacks, and makes critical, analytical tools accessible to core users.

  • Hydraulic fracture geometry characterization based on distributed fiber optic strain measurements

    Modeling and Field Data for Unconventional and Geothermal Wells
    • 1st Edition
    • Kan Wu + 3 more
    • English
    Distributed fiber optic strain measurements, revolutionizing subsurface monitoring and hydraulic fracture characterization, offers a resource for geophysicists, reservoir engineers, and completion engineers. This cutting-edge technology leads the way in innovation with its ability to detect rock deformation and changes in strain along optical fibers, providing exceptional spatial resolution and measurement sensitivity. Its applications are broad and impactful, ranging from monitoring subsurface carbon storage and enhancing geothermal systems to advancing unconventional reservoir development. Despite the technology's advancements, accurately interpreting data of strain measurement from the hydraulic fracturing process poses a significant challenge due to the complex conditions in the subsurface. This book presents a comprehensive approach for analyzing strain responses from both horizontal and vertical monitoring wells to quantify hydraulic fracture propagation and the evolution of fracture geometry. The development of a forward geomechanics model significantly enhance the understanding of the field data. The introduction of a groundbreaking inversion model allows for in-depth data analysis and maximizes the dataset's value. Moreover, this book applies its findings through two field studies in unconventional reservoirs, illustrating the practical application of the technology. These case studies highlight effective field data interpretation and the critical insights that can be obtained. This book aims to elucidate data interpretation and analysis of complex subsurface measurements related to hydraulic fracture propagation, providing engineers with a novel perspective on subsurface exploration.

  • Risk Assessment and Management for Ships and Offshore Structures

    • 1st Edition
    • Yong Bai + 1 more
    • English
    The volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) nature of environmental and operational conditions is still the major cause of marine accidents, with knock-on effects in terms of casualties, property damage, and marine pollution. Recognized as the most effective approach to navigate VUCA environments, risk-based assessment methods provide a solution to address challenges associated with health, safety, and environmental protection in extreme conditions and when accidents involving engineering structures and infrastructure occur. This book serves as a comprehensive guide to the foundational principles, current practices, and cuttingedge trends in quantitative risk assessment and management for ships and offshore structures. With six partsencompassing a total of 35 chapters, it covers risk assessment and management for offshore installations, oil and gas leaks, collisions and grounding, and fires and explosions. Tailored for ship and offshore structural engineers, naval architects, as well as mechanical and civil engineers involved in advanced safety studies, this book is an invaluable resource for both practicing engineers and researchers in this field.

  • Sustainable Natural Gas Drilling

    Technologies and Case Studies for the Energy Transition
    • 1st Edition
    • David A. Wood + 1 more
    • English
    Sustainable Natural Gas Drilling, the latest release in The Fundamentals and Sustainable Advances in Natural Gas Science and Engineering series, delivers many of the technical fundamentals needed in the natural gas industry with an additional sustainability lens. Introductory topics include underbalanced technologies, well integrity, and well trajectory. Advanced applications include utilizing nanoparticles to reduce environmental impact, and techniques to drill for underground gas storage and carbon capture operations. Supported by corporate and academic contributors along with two well-distinguished editors, Sustainable Natural Gas Drilling provides today’s natural gas engineers the knowledge to adjust current drilling practices in a more environmentally sustainable way.

  • Sustainable Liquefied Natural Gas

    Concepts and Applications Moving Towards Net-Zero Supply Chains
    • 1st Edition
    • David A. Wood + 1 more
    • English
    Sustainable Liquefied Natural Gas: Concepts and Applications Moving Towards Net Zero Supply Chains, the latest release in The Fundamentals and Sustainable Advances in Natural Gas Science and Engineering series, delivers many of the technical fundamentals needed in the natural gas industry with an additional sustainability lens. Introductory topics include liquefication and separation technology. Advanced applications include improving operational efficiency for carriers and cargo shipping schedules, exploiting cold energy for regasification operations, and an outlook on ways to further reduce emissions.Supported by corporate and academic contributors along with two well-distinguished editors, this book provides today’s natural gas engineers the knowledge to adjust liquefied natural gas operations in a more environmentally sustainable way.

  • Industrial Piping and Equipment Estimating Manual

    • 2nd Edition
    • Kenneth Storm
    • English
    Industrial Piping and Equipment Estimating Manual, Second Edition delivers a comprehensive overview of information that engineers, estimators, and managers need to develop estimates and create bids. Packed with worksheets covering combined and simple cycle power plants, refineries, compressor stations, ethanol, hydrogen and biomass plants, this reference helps construction engineers and estimators create bids where scope and quantity differences can be identified and project impacts estimated. This updated manual provides a comprehensive, accurate method for compiling piping and equipment man-hour estimates for industrial process plants—including Solar, Geothermal and Biomass EnergyThis comprehensive, current manual details scopes of work based on process and increased safety in field erection. Estimating methods and statistical applications reduce errors for estimators to produce accurate estimates, making it an ideal go-to reference for estimators, engineers and managers with a level of detail and equipment breakdown necessary for today’s complex industrial operations.

  • Oil Spill Detection, Identification, and Tracing

    • 1st Edition
    • Ying Li
    • English
    Oil Spill Detection, Identification and Tracing provides readers with currently applicable technical methods, including early warning monitoring of trace oil film in ports, remote sensing monitoring of sea surface oil spills, and source tracing. Beginning with the causes and characteristics of oil spills on water, chapters then evaluate a range of different detection methods, including passive optical remote sensing, active optical remote sensing, marine radar, and GNSS-R. The book then reviews oil spill traceability technology, highlighting the ecological effect of oil spills on oceanic environment, current studies on oil spill fingerprinting, and the application of stable isotope technology in oil spill tracing. The book concludes with three key case studies with real-world scenarios, making it a practical resource for students, researchers and engineers interested in oil spill pollution, environmental science and the marine environment.

  • Pipelines

    Emerging Technologies and Design Criteria
    • 1st Edition
    • M. Rafiqul Islam
    • English
    Pipelines: Emerging Technologies and Design Criteria, the latest release in the Sustainable Oil and Gas Development series, delivers the tools needed to understand more environmentally-frie... design, construction and maintenance of oil and gas pipelines. Designed to introduce ideal solutions and current state-of-the-art practices, the reference includes guidelines on environmental impact assessment and sustainable route design as well as the sustainability of additives and power systems. Material selection, real-time processing of smart well data and remote sensing are also discussed. Rounded out with inspection tools and emerging technology such as novel corrosion protection, this book gives pipeline engineers a guide on safer alternatives and upcoming guidelines in the race to reduce emissions.

  • Polymer Composite Systems in Pipeline Repair

    Design, Manufacture, Application, and Environmental Impacts
    • 1st Edition
    • Sanjay Mavinkere Rangappa + 3 more
    • English
    Polymer Composite Systems for Pipeline Repair: Design, Manufacture, Application, and Environmental Impacts delivers the latest developments in nanomaterials, specifically polymers and composites that can support pipeline repair in an effective and more environmentally-soun... way. Edited by a diverse worldwide group of contributors, the reference touches on design and manufacturing techniques, patch configurations, hybrid pipes used in harsher environments, and damage detection techniques. High temperature, marine, and cold fluids are also included. Rounding out with economic and environmental impact assessments, this book gives today’s oil and gas pipeline engineers an impactful and sustainable tool to safely repair pipelines.

  • Thermal Methods

    • 1st Edition
    • Abdolhossein Hemmati-Sarapardeh + 3 more
    • English
    Thermal Methods, Volume Two, the latest release in the Enhanced Oil Recovery series, helps engineers focus on the latest developments in this fast-growing area. In the book, different techniques are described in addition to the latest technologies in data mining and hybrid processes. Supported field case studies are included to illustrate a bridge between research and practical applications, making it useful for both academics and practicing engineers. Structured to start with thermal concepts and steam flooding, the book's editors then advance to more complex content, guiding engineers into areas such as hybrid thermal methods and edgier technologies that bridge solar and nuclear energy. Supported by a full spectrum of contributors, this book gives petroleum engineers and researchers the latest research developments and field applications to drive innovation for the future of energy.

  • Reservoir Formation Damage

    Fundamentals, Modeling, Assessment, and Mitigation
    • 4th Edition
    • Faruk Civan
    • English
    Reservoir Formation Damage: Fundamentals, Modeling, Assessment, and Mitigation, Fourth Edition gives engineers a structured layout to predict and improve productivity, providing strategies, recent developments and methods for more successful operations. Updated with many new chapters, including completion damage effects for fractured wells, flow assurance, and fluid damage effects, the book will help engineers better tackle today’s assets. Additional new chapters include bacterial induced formation damage, new aspects of chemically induced formation damage, and new field application designs and cost assessments for measures and strategies. Additional procedures for unconventional reservoirs get the engineer up to date. Structured to progress through your career, Reservoir Formation Damage, Fourth Edition continues to deliver a trusted source for both petroleum and reservoir engineers.

  • The Coal Handbook

    Volume 2: Towards Cleaner Coal Utilization
    • 2nd Edition
    • Dave Osborne
    • English
    The Coal Handbook: Towards Cleaner Coal Utilization, Volume Two, Second Edition provides authoritative insights on a variety of case studies to help the reader identify the most appropriate technologies to take coal, and its associated by-products, into a cleaner environment, one with integrated energy systems. Editor Dave Osborne and his team of expert contributors combine their expertise to highlight the future direction of coal utilization towards more efficient and clean use of coal. Key emerging topics such as the cleanest ways to deal with coal waste and emission reduction are covered alongside a selection of case studies from various countries.This edition includes two brand new chapters on technology variants and systems, including hybrid systems and advanced CO2 abatement strategies. With its distinguished editor and international team of expert contributors, this book is a comprehensive and invaluable resource for professionals in the coal mining, preparation and utilization industry.

  • The Coal Handbook

    Volume 1: Towards Cleaner Coal Supply Chains
    • 2nd Edition
    • Dave Osborne
    • English
    The Coal Handbook: Towards Cleaner Coal Supply Chains, Volume One, Second Edition presents a comprehensive analysis of the latest technology and practices. The book provides authoritative insights into a variety of case studies to help readers identify the most appropriate technologies to take coal, and its associated by-products, into an essential cleaner environment that includes integrated energy systems. The book's expertise highlights the future direction of coal use towards more efficient and clean usage. Key emerging topics such as hybrid technologies, integrated power and chemical processes, and advanced CO2 abatement strategies are explored, with a focus on economic and sustainable values.In addition, the book includes two brand new chapters on the optimization of mine development and the impacts of tailings treatment. With its distinguished editor and international team of expert contributors, the book is a comprehensive and invaluable resource for professionals in the coal mining, preparation and utilization industry, those in the power sector, including plant operators and engineers, and researchers and academics interested in this field.

  • Sustainable In-Situ Heavy Oil and Bitumen Recovery

    Techniques, Case Studies, and Environmental Considerations
    • 1st Edition
    • Mohammadali Ahmadi
    • English
    Sustainable In-Situ Heavy Oil and Bitumen Recovery: Techniques, Case Studies, and Environmental Considerations delivers a critical reference for today’s energy engineers who want to gain an accurate understanding of anticipated GHG emissions in heavy oil recovery. Structured to break down every method with introductions, case studies, technical limitations and summaries, this reference gives engineers a look at the latest hybrid approaches needed to tackle heavy oil recoveries while calculating carbon footprints. Starting from basic definitions and rounding out with future challenges, this book will help energy engineers collectively evolve heavy oil recovery with sustainability applications in mind.

  • Challenges and Recent Advances in Sustainable Oil and Gas Recovery and Transportation

    • 1st Edition
    • Sanket Joshi + 2 more
    • English
    Challenges and Recent Advances in Sustainable Oil and Gas Recovery and Transportation delivers a critical tool for today’s petroleum and reservoir engineers to learn the latest research in EOR and solutions toward more SDG-supported practices. Packed with methods and case studies, the reference starts with the latest advances such as EOR with polymers and EOR with CCS. Advances in shale recovery and methane production are also covered before layering on sustainability methods on critical topics such as oilfield produced water. Supported by a diverse group of contributors, this book gives engineers a go-to source for the future of oil and gas. The oil and gas industry are utilizing enhanced oil recovery (EOR) methods frequently, but the industry is also tasked with making more sustainable decisions in their future operations.

  • Formulas and Calculations for Drilling, Production, and Workover

    All the Formulas You Need to Solve Drilling and Production Problems
    • 5th Edition
    • Thomas Carter + 2 more
    • English
    Updated for today’s engineer, Formulas and Calculations for Drilling, Production, and Workover, Fifth Edition delivers the quick answers for daily petroleum challenges. Starting with a review of basic equations, calculations, and many worked examples, this reference offers a quick look up of topics such as drilling fluids, pressure control, and air and gas calculations. The formulas and calculations are provided in either English field units or in metric units. Additional topics include cementing, subsea considerations, well hydraulics, hydraulic fracturing methods, and drill string design limitations. New formulas include geothermal drilling, horizontal wells, and temperature workover. Formulas and Calculations for Drilling, Production, and Workover, Fifth Edition continues to save time and money for the oilfield worker and manager on the job with an easy layout and organization, helping you confidently conduct operations and evaluate the performance of your wells.

  • Tight Oil Reservoirs

    Characterization, Modeling, and Field Development
    • 1st Edition
    • Hadi A. Belhaj
    • English
    Tight Oil Reservoirs: Characterization, Modeling, and Field Development, the latest release in the Unconventional Reservoir Engineering Series, delivers a full spectrum of reservoir engineering guidelines so that the engineer can focus on every stage of development specific to tight oil. Covering characterization, micro- and nano-scale modeling, drilling horizontally, completing hydraulic fracturing, and field development, each section includes case studies, practice exercises, and future references for even deeper understanding. Rounding out with coverage on field economics and remaining challenges, this book puts control in the engineer’s hands.In this ongoing series, each release will discuss the latest resources, explain their importance in the market, show the benefits of the resource through the latest research, provide details and protocols on how to evaluate and develop the resource, and give case studies and practice questions to gain practicality.

  • Mechanics of Offshore Pipelines: Volume I

    Buckling and Collapse
    • 2nd Edition
    • Stelios Kyriakides + 1 more
    • English
    Mechanics of Offshore Pipelines, Second Edition, Volume One: Buckling and Collapse gives engineers fundamental knowledge on principles surrounding the mechanical behavior of pipelines and long tubular structures in the oil and gas industry. Addressing common challenges pertaining to buckling and collapse under various offshore loads, the authors go through each challenge experimentally, with supporting and analyzing data to present the main limits encountered. Helpful to both the practicing engineer and the graduate level, the combined effort of analysis supplemented with numerical modeling helps engineers design procedures and guidelines to reproduce the best solution or solve problems using a nonlinear finite element code. Custom formulations are also included to help users gain a deeper understanding of each challenge. Rounding out with helpful appendices, including a glossary of terms, this book continues to deliver critical research and data to engineers that need to design, install and maintain efficient and safe offshore pipelines.

  • Handbook of Biofuels Production

    Processes and Technologies
    • 3rd Edition
    • Rafael Luque + 3 more
    • English
    Handbook of Biofuels Production: Processes and Technologies, Third Edition provides a comprehensive and systematic reference on a range of biomass conversion processes and technologies. In response to the global increase in the use of biofuels as substitute transportation fuels, advanced chemical, biochemical and thermochemical biofuels production routes are quickly being developed. Substantial additions for this new edition include increased coverage of emerging feedstocks, including microalgae, more emphasis on by-product valorization for biofuels’ production, additional chapters on emerging biofuel production methods, and co-production of biofuels and bioproducts. The book's editorial team is strengthened by the addition of an extra member, and a number of new contributors have been invited to work with authors from the first and second edition to revise existing chapters, with each offering fresh perspectives. This book is an essential reference for professional engineers in the biofuel industry as well as researchers in academia, from post-graduate level and up.

  • Surface Process, Transportation, and Storage

    • 1st Edition
    • Qiwei Wang
    • English
    Petroleum engineers search through endless sources to understand oil and gas chemicals, identify root cause of theproblems, and discover solutions while operations are becoming more unconventional and driving toward more sustainablepractice. Oil and Gas Chemistry Management Series brings an all-inclusive suite of tools to cover all the sectors of oil andgas chemistry-related issues and chemical solutions from drilling and completion, to production, surface processing, andstorage. The fourth reference in the series, Surface Process, Transportation, and Storage delivers the critical basics while alsocovering latest research developments and practical solutions. Organized by the type of challenges, this volume facilitatesengineers to fully understand underlying theories, practical solutions, and keys for successful applications. Basics includeproduced fluids treating, foam control, pipeline drag reduction, and crude oil and natural gas storage, while more advancedtopics cover CO2 recovery, shipment, storage, and utilization. Supported by a list of contributing experts from bothacademia and industry, this volume brings a necessary reference to bridge petroleum chemistry operations from theoryinto more cost-effective and sustainable practical applications.

  • Essentials of Flow Assurance Solids in Oil and Gas Operations

    Understanding Fundamentals, Characterization, Prediction, Environmental Safety, and Management
    • 1st Edition
    • Abdullah Hussein
    • English
    Flow assurance solids deposition is one of the main challenges in oil and gas production operations with millions of dollars spent annually on their mitigation. Essentials of Flow Assurance Solids in Oil and Gas Operations works as an all-inclusive reference for engineers and researchers, covering all the different types of solids that are commonly encountered in oil and gas fields. Structured to flow through real-world operations, the reference branches through each solid deposit problem where the root causes are as well as modeling, monitoring, characterization, and management strategies, all comprehensively reviewed in the light of contemporary research breakthroughs. Backed by several field case studies, Essentials of Flow Assurance Solids in Oil and Gas Operations gives petroleum and reservoir engineers a resource to correlate between the theoretical fundamentals and field practical applications allowing for sustainable and optimal operations.

  • Carbon Capture Technologies for Gas-Turbine-Based Power Plants

    • 1st Edition
    • Hamidreza Gohari Darabkhani + 2 more
    • English
    Carbon Capture Technologies for Gas-Turbine-Based Power Plants explores current progress in one of the most capable technologies for carbon capture in gas-turbine-based power plants. It identifies the primary benefits and shortcomings of oxy-fuel combustion CO2 capture technology compared to other capture technologies such as pre-combustion and post-combustion capture. This book examines over 20 different oxy-combustion turbine (oxyturbine) power cycles by providing their main operational parameters, thermodynamics and process modelling, energy and exergy analysis and performance evaluation. The conventional natural gas combined cycle (NGCC) power plant with post-combustion capture used as the base-case scenario. The design procedure and operational characteristics of a radial NOx-less oxy-fuel gas turbine combustor are presented with CFD simulation and performance analysis of the heat exchanger network and turbomachinery. Overview of oxygen production and air separation units (ASU) and CO2 compression and purification units (CPU) are also presented and discussed. The most advanced stages of development for the leading oxyturbine power cycles are assessed using techno-economic analysis, sensitivity, risk assessments and levelized cost of energy (LCOE) and analysing technology readiness level (TRL) and development stages. The book concludes with a road map for the development of future gas turbine-based power plants with full carbon capture capabilities using the experiences of the recently demonstrated cycles.

  • Gas Injection Methods

    • 1st Edition
    • Zhaomin Li + 2 more
    • English
    The Enhanced Oil Recovery Series delivers a multivolume approach that addresses the latest research on various types of EOR. The second volume in the series, Gas Injection Methods, helps engineers focus on the latest developments in one of the fastest growing areas. Different techniques are described in addition to the latest technology such as data mining and unconventional reservoirs. Supported field case studies are included to show a bridge between research and practical application, making it useful for both academics and practicing engineers. Structured to start with an introduction on various gas types and different gas injection methods, screening criteria for choosing gas injection method, and environmental issues during gas injection methods, the editors then advance on to more complex content, guiding the engineer into newer topics involving CO2 such as injection in tight oil reservoirs, shale oil reservoirs, carbonated water, data mining, and formation damage. Supported by a full spectrum of contributors, this book gives petroleum engineers and researchers the latest research developments and field applications to drive innovation for the future.

  • IoT for Smart Operations in the Oil and Gas Industry

    From Upstream to Downstream
    • 1st Edition
    • Razin Farhan Hussain + 3 more
    • English
    IoT for Smart Operations in the Oil and Gas Industry elaborates on how the synergy between state-of-the-art computing platforms, such as Internet of Things (IOT), cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and, in particular, modern machine learning methods, can be harnessed to serve the purpose of a more efficient oil and gas industry. The reference explores the operations performed in each sector of the industry and then introduces the computing platforms and smart technologies that can enhance the operation, lower costs, and lower carbon footprint. Safety and security content is included, in particular, cybersecurity and potential threats to smart oil and gas solutions, focusing on adversarial effects of smart solutions and problems related to the interoperability of human-machine intelligence in the context of the oil and gas industry. Detailed case studies are included throughout to learn and research for further applications. Covering the latest topics and solutions, IoT for Smart Operations in the Oil and Gas Industry delivers a much-needed reference for the engineers and managers to understand modern computing paradigms for Industry 4.0 and the oil and gas industry.

  • Above Ground Storage Tank Oil Spills

    Applications and Case Studies
    • 1st Edition
    • Merv Fingas
    • English
    Supply of oil and gas continues to increase as well as natural events such as hurricanes, while engineers and safety managers are not well trained on storage tank engineering and leak detection, one of the most vulnerable and least studied components of oil and gas storage equipment. Above Ground Storage Tank Oil and Chemical Spills gives engineers and researchers a training guide on tank design, tank failure modes and risk analysis. Bridging between research and application, this reference sends an integrated engineering approach backed by both corporate and academic contributors focused specifically on storage tanks, their spills, case histories, and technical aspects of leakage from storage tanks. Additional topics include regulations, differences between spills from storage tanks and other sources, and supported by extensive data and additional references. Above Ground Storage Tank Oil and Chemical Spills delivers a much-needed knowledge source for today’s engineers and managers to keep supply and personnel safe.

  • Recovery Improvement

    • 1st Edition
    • Qiwei Wang
    • English
    Oil and Gas Chemistry Management Series brings an all-inclusive suite of tools to cover all the sectors of oil and gas chemicals from drilling, completion to production, processing, storage, and transportation. The third reference in the series, Recovery Improvement, delivers the critical chemical basics while also covering the latest research developments and practical solutions. Organized by the type of enhanced recovery approaches, this volume facilitates engineers to fully understand underlying theories, potential challenges, practical problems, and keys for successful deployment. In addition to the chemical, gas, and thermal methods, this reference volume also includes low-salinity (smart) water, microorganism- and nanofluid-based recovery enhancement, and chemical solutions for conformance control and water shutoff in near wellbore and deep in the reservoir. Supported by a list of contributing experts from both academia and industry, this book provides a necessary reference to bridge petroleum chemistry operations from theory into more cost-efficient and sustainable practical applications.

  • Geomechanics of Sand Production and Sand Control

    • 1st Edition
    • Nobuo Morita
    • English
    Geomechanics of Sand Production and Control delivers a convenient resource for both academia and professionals to gain understanding and results surrounding sand production. Packed with rock mechanic fundamentals and field case studies, this reference offers theoretical knowledge, field and laboratory data, and operational methodologies. Gaining knowledge on better sand control production improves environmental impact, preventing corrosion of pipes, damage to surface production facilities, and disposal of produced sands, among other considerations. Sections are supported by field case studies, lab tests and modeling studies to explain the most environmentally supportive wellbore stability step-by-step methods. Authored by a very experienced professor, this reference helps engineers learn how to solve sand problems in various types of energy wells. Production engineers in oil and gas utilize sand production and sand control equipment in many completion methods, with a growing interest to expand these methods in wells for CO2 sequestration and geothermal areas, but knowledge on these methods is fragmented and lacks a bridge to support energy transition. This book provides the coverage needed to address this advancing field.

  • Flow Assurance

    • 1st Edition
    • Qiwei Wang
    • English
    Petroleum engineers search through endless sources to understand oil and gas chemicals, find problems, and discover solutions while operations are becoming more unconventional and driving towards more sustainable practices. The Oil and Gas Chemistry Management Series brings an all-inclusive suite of tools to cover all the sectors of oil and gas chemicals from drilling to production, processing, storage, and transportation. The second reference in the series, Flow Assurance, delivers the critical chemical oilfield basics while also covering latest research developments and practical solutions. Organized by the type of problems and mitigation methods, this reference allows the engineer to fully understand how to effectively control chemistry issues, make sound decisions, and mitigate challenges ahead. Basics include root cause, model prediction and laboratory simulation of the major chemistry related challenges during oil and gas productions, while more advanced discussions cover the chemical and non-chemical mitigation strategies for more efficient, safe and sustainable operations. Supported by a list of contributing experts from both academia and industry, Flow Assurance brings a necessary reference to bridge petroleum chemistry operations from theory into safer and cost-effective practical applications.

  • Nanotechnology for CO2 Utilization in Oilfield Applications

    • 1st Edition
    • Tushar Sharma + 2 more
    • English
    Nanotechnology for CO2 Utilization in Oilfield Applications delivers a critical reference for petroleum and reservoir engineers to learn the latest advancements of combining the use of CO2 and nanofluids to lower carbon footprint. Starting with the existing chemical and physical methods employed for synthesizing nanofluids, the reference moves into the scalability and fabrication techniques given for all the various nanofluids currently used in oilfield applications. This is followed by various, relevant characterization techniques. Advancing on, the reference covers nanofluids used in drilling, cementing, and EOR fluids, including their challenges and implementation problems associated with the use of nanofluids. Finally, the authors discuss the combined application of CO2 and nanofluids, listing challenges and benefits of CO2, such as carbonation capacity of nanofluids via rheological analysis for better CO2 utilization. Supported by visual world maps on CCS sites and case studies across the industry, this book gives today’s engineers a much-needed tool to lower emissions.

  • Case Studies of Material Corrosion Prevention for Oil and Gas Valves

    • 1st Edition
    • Karan Sotoodeh
    • English
    Case Studies of Material Corrosion Prevention for Oil and Gas Valves delivers a critical reference for engineers and corrosion researchers. Packed with nearly 30 real-world case studies, this reference gives engineers standardized knowledge on how to maintain, select and prevent typical corrosion problems in a variety of oil and gas settings. Subsea, offshore, refineries and processing plants are all included, covering a variety of challenges such as chloride stress cracking, how to use Teflon powder to prevent cross contamination, and carbon dioxide corrosion. Organized for quick discovery, this book gives engineers a much-needed tool to safely protect their assets and the environment. Engineers working in oil and gas operations understand that corrosion is a costly expense that increases emissions and damages the environment, but many standards do not provide practical examples with solutions, leaving engineers to learn through experience. This resource provides comprehensive information on topics of interest.

  • Fundamentals of Horizontal Wellbore Cleanout

    Theory and Applications of Rotary Jetting Technology
    • 1st Edition
    • Xianzhi Song + 3 more
    • English
    Fundamentals of Horizontal Wellbore Cleanout delivers the latest methods regarding effective sand cleanout tools in horizontal wellbores. Providing the most relevant information, including sand bed formation, sand settling velocity, friction and hydraulics, this book covers the most effective tools and emerging technologies. Sections discuss the settling characteristics of sand and the effects of particle shape and size on drag coefficients, along with models for drag coefficients using experimental data. Numerical studies on sand transport efficiency as well as prediction models of sand concentration and an evaluation of friction between pipe and sand bed are also included. Illustrative case studies include cleanout with varying nozzle assemblies leading to optimum design on operation procedures, bottomhole assembly, and other lessons learned from known field experience. Rounding out with future research on cost-saving strategies including CO2 used as a washing fluid in water-sensitive formations, Fundamentals of Horizontal Wellbore Cleanout gives today’s petroleum and drilling engineers alternative methods to hole cleaning in today’s horizontal wells.

  • Cryogenic Valves for Liquefied Natural Gas Plants

    • 1st Edition
    • Karan Sotoodeh
    • English
    Natural gas and liquefied natural gas (LNG) continue to grow as a part of the sustainable energy mix. While oil and gas companies look to lower emissions, one key refinery component that contributes up to 60% of emissions are valves, mainly due to poor design, sealing, and testing. Cryogenic Valves for Liquefied Natural Gas Plants delivers a much-needed reference that focuses on the design, testing, maintenance, material selection, and standards needed to stay environmentally compliant at natural gas refineries. Covering technical definitions, case studies, and Q&A, the reference includes all ranges of natural gas compounds, including LPG, CNG, NGL, and PNG. Key design considerations are included that are specific for cryogenic services, including a case study on cryogenic butterfly valves. The material selection process can be more complex for cryogenic services, so the author goes into more detail about materials that adhere to cryogenic temperature resistance. Most importantly, testing of valves is covered in depth, including shell test, closure or seat test, and thermal shock tests, along with tactics on how to prevent dangerous cryogenic leaks, which are very harmful to the environment. The book is a vital resource for today’s natural gas engineers.

  • Asset Integrity Management for Offshore and Onshore Structures

    • 1st Edition
    • Mohamed A. El-Reedy
    • English
    Oil and gas assets are under constant pressure and engineers and managers need integrity management training and strategies to ensure their operations are safe. Gaining practical guidance is not trained ahead of time and learned on the job. Asset Integrity Management of Offshore and Onshore Structures delivers a critical training tool for engineers to prepare and mitigate safety risk. Starting with a transitional introductory chapter, the reference dives into integrity management approaches including codes and standards. Inspection, assessment, and repair methods are covered for offshore, FPSO, onshore and pipelines. Suggested proactive approaches and modeling risk-based inspection are also included. Supported with case studies, detailed discussions, and practical applications, Asset Integrity Management of Offshore and Onshore Structures gives oil and gas managers a reference to extend asset life, reduce costs, and minimalize impact to personnel and environment.

  • Flow Analysis for Hydrocarbon Pipeline Engineering

    • 1st Edition
    • Alessandro Terenzi
    • English
    Flow Analysis for Hydrocarbon Pipeline Engineering gives engineers a tool to help them determine fluid dynamics. The book describes hydrocarbon fluid transport in pipelines by presenting useful applied thermodynamic derivations specialized for pipelines. All transport phenomena is covered, such as heat, momentum and mass transport. Moving past the fundamentals, the reference addresses the complexity of these fluids and dedicates a chapter on multiphase mixtures, including slugging, hydrates, wax and sand. Rounding out with practical case studies, this book delivers a critical reference for engineers and flow assurance experts that will help them correlate basic fluid principles with applied engineering practices.

  • Confined Fluid Phase Behavior and CO2 Sequestration in Shale Reservoirs

    • 1st Edition
    • Yueliang Liu + 1 more
    • English
    Confined Fluid Phase Behavior and CO2 Sequestration in Shale Reservoirs delivers the calculation components to understand pore structure and absorption capacity involving unconventional reservoirs. Packed with experimental procedures, step-by-step instructions, and published data, the reference explains measurements for capillary pressure models, absorption behavior in double nano-pore systems, and the modeling of interfacial tension in C02/CH4/brine systems. Rounding out with conclusions and additional literature, this reference gives petroleum engineers and researchers the knowledge to maximize productivity in shale reservoirs.

  • Unconventional Shale Gas Development

    Lessons Learned
    • 1st Edition
    • Rouzbeh G. Moghanloo
    • English
    Unconventional Shale Gas Development: Lessons Learned gives engineers the latest research developments and practical applications in today’s operations. Comprised of both academic and corporate contributors, a balanced critical review on technologies utilized are covered. Environmental topics are presented, including produced water management and sustainable operations in gas systems. Machine learning applications, well integrity and economic challenges are also covered to get the engineer up-to-speed. With its critical elements, case studies, history plot visuals and flow charts, the book delivers a critical reference to get today’s petroleum engineers updated on the latest research and applications surrounding shale gas systems.

  • Public Responses to Fossil Fuel Export

    Exporting Energy and Emissions in a Time of Transition
    • 1st Edition
    • Hilary Boudet + 1 more
    • English
    Public Responses to Fossil Fuel Export provides wide-ranging theoretical and methodological international contributions on the human dimensions of fossil fuel export, with a distinctive focus on exporting countries, some of which are new entrants into the marketplace. What do members of the public think about exporting fossil fuels in places where it is happening? What do they see as its main risks and benefits? What connections are being made to climate change and the impending energy transition? How have affected communities responded to proposals related to fossil fuel export, broadly defined to include transport by rail, pipeline, and ship? Contributions to the work are presented in three parts. The first part synopsizes the background of the project, outlines major social science theories and relevant previous research, and identifies global trends in energy production. Regional and national case studies related to public opinion on fossil fuel export are included in part two of the manuscript. Part three highlights community-based case studies. Implications for research and practice feature in the concluding chapter.

  • Reservoir Development

    • 1st Edition
    • M. Rafiqul Islam
    • English
    Sustainable Oil and Gas Development Series: Reservoir Development delivers research materials and emerging technologies that conform sustainability in today’s reservoirs. Starting with a status of technologies available, the reference describes sustainability as it applies to fracturing fluids, particularly within unconventional reservoirs. Basement reservoirs are discussed along with non-energy applications of fluids. Sustainability considerations for reserve predication are covered followed by risk analysis and scaling guidelines for further field development. Rounding out with conclusions and remaining challenges, Sustainable Oil and Gas Development Series: Reservoir Development gives today and future petroleum engineers a focused and balanced path to strengthen sustainability practices.

  • Chemical Methods

    • 1st Edition
    • Abdolhossein Hemmati-Sarapardeh + 4 more
    • English
    Chemical Methods, a new release in the Enhanced Oil Recovery series, helps engineers focus on the latest developments in one fast-growing area. Different techniques are described in addition to the latest technologies in data mining and hybrid processes. Beginning with an introduction to chemical concepts and polymer flooding, the book then focuses on more complex content, guiding readers into newer topics involving smart water injection and ionic liquids for EOR. Supported field case studies illustrate a bridge between research and practical application, thus making the book useful for academics and practicing engineers. This series delivers a multi-volume approach that addresses the latest research on various types of EOR. Supported by a full spectrum of contributors, this book gives petroleum engineers and researchers the latest developments and field applications to drive innovation for the future of energy.

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