17767527. ENHANCED OIL RECOVERY METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS simplified abstract (Dow Global Technologies LLC)

ENHANCED OIL RECOVERY METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS

Organization Name

Dow Global Technologies LLC

Inventor(s)

Biplab Mukherjee of Pearland TX (US)

Roxanne M. Jenkins of Missouri City TX (US)

Matthew E. Crosley of Clute TX (US)

Troy E. Knight of Missouri City TX (US)

ENHANCED OIL RECOVERY METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17767527 titled 'ENHANCED OIL RECOVERY METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS

Simplified Explanation

Embodiments of the present disclosure involve methods of enhanced oil recovery from a subterranean reservoir by co-injecting a gas and a foam formulation. The gas includes steam, while the foam formulation consists of a sulfonate composition, a glycol compound, and water.

• Enhanced oil recovery method:

 * Co-injecting gas and foam formulation into subterranean reservoir
 * Gas contains steam
 * Foam formulation includes sulfonate composition, glycol compound, and water

Potential Applications

The technology can be applied in the oil and gas industry for enhanced oil recovery processes.

Problems Solved

1. Improved oil recovery from subterranean reservoirs 2. Enhanced efficiency of oil extraction processes

Benefits

1. Increased oil production 2. Cost-effective oil recovery method 3. Reduced environmental impact compared to traditional methods

Potential Commercial Applications

Optimizing oil recovery processes in oil and gas companies

Possible Prior Art

There may be prior art related to the use of foam formulations in enhanced oil recovery processes, but specific examples are not provided in this abstract.

Unanswered Questions

How does the sulfonate composition in the foam formulation contribute to enhanced oil recovery?

The abstract mentions the presence of a sulfonate composition in the foam formulation, but it does not explain the specific role or mechanism by which it enhances oil recovery.

What is the expected increase in oil recovery efficiency using this co-injection method compared to traditional methods?

While the abstract highlights the use of co-injecting gas and foam for enhanced oil recovery, it does not provide quantitative data on the expected improvement in oil recovery efficiency.

Original Abstract Submitted

Embodiments of the present disclosure are directed towards methods of enhanced oil recovery from a subterranean reservoir, the method includes co-injecting a gas and a foam formulation into the subterranean reservoir, wherein the gas comprises steam and the foam formulation comprises a sulfonate composition, a glycol compound, and water.