Application of nanotechnology in petroleum industry

Application of NANOTECHNOLOGYin PETROLEUM INDUSTRYWhat is NANOTECHNOLOGY?Nano denotes 109 .

process of controlling properties of matter at molecular level.

Hence possible to create materials with improved properties

The technology of the future.

nanotechnology is poised to impact dramatically on all sectors of industry

Applications of NanotechnologyWhat are they ?What for we need to use it? Nanotechnology in oil industryOver the next 30 years, global energy demand is projected to rise as high as almost 60%.

The industry needs stunning discoveries in underlying core science and engineering .

nanotechnology opens up technologies that are more efficient and environmentally sound. 5

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Basic processes in petroleum IndustryExploration.Extraction.Refining.Transportation and shipment.Application in Exploration imaging and computational techniques to allow better discovery, sizing, and characterization of reservoirs.

Highly reliable nanosensors for oil exploration.

Nanosensors sent down through top-soil provide accurate mapping data of the reservoirs.Application in Extractionimproves total recovery from existing reservoirs.

nanotubes used to create lighter, stronger, & more corrosion-resistant structural materials in platforms for offshore drilling .

An advanced fluid mixed with nanosized particles and superfine powder improves drilling speed & eliminating damage to reservoir rocks.

New nano smart fluids developed compatible with resevoir fluids and are environment friendly.

Nanosensors deployed in the pore space by means of nanodusts.

In-situ Nanocatalysts developed for efficient heavy oil exploration.

Application in RefiningIridium impregnated zeolites Application in TransportationNano sized adsorbents and catalysts for in field upgrading of bitumen &heavy oil for easy transportation.Lightweight, rugged materials for energy-efficient transportation vessels.Thermal nano coatings