| ISSN No. : | 0220-0497 |
| Journal Title : | Advances of nanotechnologies for hydraulic fracturing of coal seam gas reservoirs: potential application in Australia |
| Journal URL : | https://doi.org/10.1007/s40789-022-00497-x |
| Publisher Name : | Paulo Marques |
| Country : | Angola |
| Language : | English |
| Discipline : | Multidiciplinary |
| Organization Name : | HYDRAULICS AND NANOTECHNOLOGICAL ENGINEERING CENTER |
| Frequency : | Monthly |
| Start Year : | 2023 |
| Journal Description : | Some of the most promising potential applications of nanotechnology to hydraulic fracturing of coal seam gas (CSG) are reviewed with a focus on Australian CSG wells. Three propitious applications were identified: (1) Nanoparticle-enhanced viscoelastic surfactants (VES) fracturing fluids to prevent fluid loss by up to 30%, made possible by the formation of pseudo-filter cakes and reducing the viscosity of the VES fluids. Besides, there is no requirement for clay control additives or biocides. (2) Nano-proppants to extend fracture networks and reduce proppant embedment by introducing them prior to the emplacement of larger proppants. Fly Ash nanoparticles can be particularly effective because of their high sphericity and mechanical strength. |
| Licence Type : | No License |