Small-Diameter Gas Lift Systems-A Viable Technical Solution for Transport of Fluids From Low-Pressure Reservoirs

2004 ◽  
Author(s):  
J.A. Becaria ◽  
P. Toma ◽  
E. Kuru
2020 ◽  
Vol 24 (11) ◽  
pp. 4-9
Author(s):  
M.K. Dexenov ◽  
F.R. Ismagilov

The features of utilization of low-pressure gas emissions from reactors of a delayed coking installation are considered. A technical solution has been proposed for the compression and purification of low-pressure hydrocarbon gases from hydrogen sulfide by using a liquid-ring compressor with an amine solution mixed with a hydrocarbon fraction taken in a certain ratio as a working liquid. Gasolines, kerosene, diesel fuels and any other hydrocarbon mixtures with low viscosity can be used as the hydrocarbon fraction. Preferably use gaseous gasoline obtained during the compression of gas or distillate in the main distillation column. Test results and computational studies confirm the advantages of using a binary working fluid compared to using the components separately.


1974 ◽  
Vol 26 (01) ◽  
pp. 13-18
Author(s):  
E.E. DeMoss ◽  
R.C. Ellis ◽  
G.S. Kingsley

Author(s):  
Kim Maddin ◽  
Dongliang Lu ◽  
Aleksandar Tomic

Abstract Small-diameter, low-pressure pipelines (operated at pressures below 40 percent of specified minimum yield strength [SMYS]) are unlikely to experience a rupture but may be vulnerable to leaks. In general, gas leaks result in less significant consequences to public safety than ruptures; however, under certain circumstances leaks may represent a significant threat. In particular, leaks resulting in belowground gas migration from low-pressure pipelines to a nearby confined space (e.g. the basement of a nearby structure to which the pipeline is not physically connected) may result in significant consequences as accumulation of gas to flammable or explosive levels may be possible. This paper explores the methods by which an Operator may address the threat of gas migration from leaks on low pressure pipelines in its risk assessment and leak management programs. Research was conducted into the specific conditions that contribute to belowground gas migration and included: a literature review of studies into gas migration phenomena, and a review of historical incidents within the United States on similar pipeline systems which resulted in significant property damage, injuries, or fatalities. The research included consideration of the effect of pipeline operating conditions, pipeline attributes (including diameter and depth of cover), leak duration, proximity of nearby structures, attributes of nearby structures (including presence of basements, slabs, and openings in the foundations), leak severity (e.g. pinhole, full separation), ground conditions (including soil permeability and presence of belowground features), and gas odorization. Key conditions impacting the potential for belowground gas migration are identified, and risk assessment methods and leak management practices are recommended based on the likelihood of migration. Based on the research conducted and the environmental conditions identified, a quantitative risk assessment approach, taking into account the likelihood of a leak on a low-pressure pipeline, the likelihood of belowground gas migration, and the potential consequences to public safety, is proposed.


2020 ◽  
Vol 24 (11) ◽  
pp. 4-9
Author(s):  
M.K. Dexenov ◽  
F.R. Ismagilov

The features of utilization of low-pressure gas emissions from reactors of a delayed coking installation are considered. A technical solution has been proposed for the compression and purification of low-pressure hydrocarbon gases from hydrogen sulfide by using a liquid-ring compressor with an amine solution mixed with a hydrocarbon fraction taken in a certain ratio as a working liquid. Gasolines, kerosene, diesel fuels and any other hydrocarbon mixtures with low viscosity can be used as the hydrocarbon fraction. Preferably use gaseous gasoline obtained during the compression of gas or distillate in the main distillation column. Test results and computational studies confirm the advantages of using a binary working fluid compared to using the components separately.


Author(s):  
Son Tung Pham ◽  
Dinh Hau Tran

AbstractArtificial lift methods such as ESP and GL are commonly used in oil wells around the world, especially in offshore wells. However, these two methods are normally used separately, and this paper therefore aimed to study the possible combination of ESP and GL by analyzing its effects on energy saving using equivalent depth method and on production rate as well as on ESP life cycle using nodal analysis. The paper also performed the production optimization for a network of wells using each well a combination of GL and ESP. The optimization process consists of selecting the appropriate operation frequency for the ESP system and the injection gas lift distributed to each well with the aim of maximizing the total production of the network. In addition, this optimization process was conducted in two cases: unlimited and limited volume of injection gas lift. In case the GL flow is limited, the BST (Binary Search Tree) algorithm was used to determine the suitable gas rates injected into each well to maximize the total network production. The optimization workflow proposed in this study was applied to the field X in Cuu Long basin of Vietnam and was calibrated from the real data of this field. The results demonstrated the advantage of the combination of ESP and GL in energy saving and in application for small diameter wells. In addition, the workflow and source code will allow engineers to replicate the results and to apply this method for future studies in order to determine optimum operating parameters of this hybrid artificial lift to achieve the highest production rate from a network of multiple wells.


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