The role of shearing effect in the evolution of the microscopic behavior of wax crystals
Yuanhao Li, Jian Zhao, Hang Dong, Xiangrui Xi
Abstract
The microstructure and dynamic behaviors of wax crystals in waxy crude oil are the fundamental reasons for a series of physical phenomena in the process of its transportation.
Topics & Concepts
WaxChemistryShearing (physics)MicrostructureChemical physicsChemical engineeringComposite materialCrystallographyOrganic chemistryMaterials scienceEngineeringPetroleum Processing and AnalysisHydrocarbon exploration and reservoir analysisEnhanced Oil Recovery Techniques