Method for Estimating Oil Viscosity via Dielectric Spectroscopy

Autor:	Hagar Zohar, W. Hunter Woodward, David J. Brennan, Robbyn Prange, Jeff Mitchell, Suraj S. Deshmukh, Rakesh Srivastava
Rok vydání:	2014
Předmět:	Field (physics) Chemistry General Chemical Engineering Oil viscosity Analytical chemistry Energy Engineering and Power Technology Thermodynamics Dielectric spectroscopy Pipeline transport Viscosity Fuel Technology Asphalt Electrical impedance Asphaltene
Zdroj:	Energy & Fuels. 28:5707-5713
ISSN:	1520-5029 0887-0624
DOI:	10.1021/ef501362r
Popis:	The physical properties of bitumen (i.e., asphalt) are a topic of consistent interest in the fields of oil, gas, and mining. In this study, the relationship between bitumen viscosity and the rotation of asphaltene clusters was empirically explored via broadband dielectric spectroscopy (BDS). Cluster size was found to be independent of the concentration, and BDS was found to be a reliable means to predict viscosity in neat bitumen and concentrated solutions. Because of the simplicity and portability of modern impedance analyzers, this technique offers a unique method for estimating a wide range of oil viscosities in the field (from 105 cP) and even offers the possibility of in situ oil viscosity monitoring in pipelines or oil-lubricated mechanical systems.
Databáze:	OpenAIRE
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