The Concept of Need for a Downhole Scale Inspection Tool: An Appraisal for an Emerging Technology in Scale Management

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mansoor Zoveidavianpoor ◽  
Eadie Azahar Rosland ◽  
Pasi Laakkonen ◽  
Saman Aryana ◽  
Mohd Zaidi Jaafar ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Technology Implementation ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Emerging Technology ◽  
Scale Removal ◽  
Fertile Ground ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
Actual Field ◽  
Deposition Thickness ◽  
Scale Management

Abstract Monitoring techniques in oilfield scale management are expensive, susceptible to error, are not conducted in real-time, and they are non-in situ. Most scale prediction tools (i.e., water analysis and computer-based algorithms) have their deficiency and the need for accurately correlate calculated scaling tendencies with actual field data is evident. Lack of info about type, severity and location of scale deposits can lead to the failure of well intervention jobs. This work aims to serve as an opportunity to provide fertile ground and basis for utilizing new emerging technology for scale management in downhole application. Research into utilizing sensors along with an advanced computerized imaging procedure in the downhole application has not been explored to the same extent as other applications, such as scale monitoring in pipelines and surface facilities. Downhole Scale Inspection Tool (DSIT) is a new emerging technology which promises to enhance considerably our ability to detect deposits and scale with the aim of sensors and tomography technology. DSIT has enormous potential for application in downhole condition as it uses slickline unit alongside with routine well intervention jobs. The acquired data by DSIT such as temperature, pressure, depth, deposition thickness and permittivity are utilized for downhole scale analysis, monitoring and detection. When the type of scale is known, it is easier to take the correct steps in preventive maintenance or a cleaning process. Using DSIT, the trend of deposition thickness can be detected and immediately known if it is growing or shrinking. This will help to optimize any chemical feed and also generate substantial savings over time. This paper gives an overview of developing cutting-edge technology in downhole applications for scale management and possible barriers to new technology implementation. Using DSIT can lead to better data acquisition from downhole and contribute to a higher success rate of scale removal in downhole. This technique offers many benefits for scale treatment, monitoring and prediction when filed data is necessary for validation of scaling tendencies.

scholarly journals Implementing a clinical cutting-edge and decision-making activity: an ethnographic teamwork approach to a molecular tumorboard

2020 ◽  
Vol 20 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nathalie Bot ◽  
Mathias Waelli
Keyword(s):  
Technology Implementation ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Support Network ◽  
Organizational Level ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Team Processes ◽  
Organizational Perspective ◽  
Interdisciplinary Approaches ◽  
Institutional Relationships

Abstract Background New technology implementation in healthcare must address important challenges such as interdisciplinary approaches. In oncology, molecular tumorboard (MTB) settings require biomedical researchers and clinical practitioners to collaborate and work together. While acknowledging that MTBs have been primarily investigated from a clinical rather than an organizational perspective, this article analyzes team processes and dynamics in a newly implemented MTB. Methods A systemic case study of a newly implemented MTB in a Swiss teaching hospital was conducted between July 2017 and February 2018, with in situ work observations, six exploratory interviews and six semi-structured interviews. Results An MTB workflow is progressively stabilized in four steps: 1) patient case submissions, 2) molecular analyses and results validation, 3) co-elaboration of therapeutic proposals, and 4) reporting during formal MTB sessions. The elaboration of a therapeutic proposal requires a framework for discussion that departs from the formality of institutional relationships, which was gradually incepted in this MTB. Conclusions Firstly, our research showed that an MTB organizational process requires the five teaming components that characterizes a learning organization. It showed that at the organizational level, procedures can be stabilized without limiting practice flexibility. Secondly, this research highlighted the importance of non-clinical outcomes from an MTB, e.g. an important support network for the oncologist community.

CONSERVATION OF RARE SPECIES PLANTS AND LICHENS IN SITU WITH PLANNED ANTHROPOGENIC ACTIVITIES: BASIC APPROACHES AND IMPLEMENTATION PRINCIPLES

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (7-8) ◽  
pp. 38-45
Author(s):  
A. N. EFREMOV ◽  
N. V. PLIKINA ◽  
T. ABELI
Keyword(s):  
Rare Species ◽  
Technology Implementation ◽  
Technology Development ◽  
Anthropogenic Activities ◽  
Natural Habitat ◽  
Local Population ◽  
Main Stage ◽  
Social Risks

Rare species are most vulnerable to man-made impacts, due to their biological characteristics or natural resource management. As a rule, the economic impact is associated with the destruction and damage of individual organisms, the destruction or alienation of habitats. Unfortunately, the conservation of habitat integrity is an important protection strategy, which is not always achievable in the implementation of industrial and infrastructural projects. The aim of the publication is to summarize the experience in the field of protection of rare species in the natural habitat (in situ), to evaluate and analyze the possibility of using existing methods in design and survey activities. In this regard, the main methodological approaches to the protection of rare species in the natural habitat (in situ) during the proposed economic activity were reflected. The algorithm suggested by the authors for implementing the in situ project should include a preparatory stage (initial data collection, preliminary risk assessments, technology development, obtaining permitting documentation), the main stage, the content of which is determined by the selected technology and a long monitoring stage, which makes it possible to assess the effectiveness of the taken measures. Among the main risks of in situ technology implementation, the following can be noted: the limited resources of the population that do not allow for the implementation of the procedure without prior reproduction of individuals in situ (in vitro); limited knowledge of the biology of the species; the possibility of invasion; the possibility of crossing for closely related species that сo-exist in the same habitat; social risks and consequences, target species or population may be important for the local population; financial risks during the recovery of the population. The available experience makes it possible to consider the approach to the conservation of rare species in situ as the best available technology that contributes to reducing negative environmental risks.

Downhole Heating Technology – New Solution for Paraffinic Wells

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mihaela Vlaicu ◽  
Vasile Marius Nae ◽  
Patrick Christian Buerssner ◽  
Stefan Liviu Firu ◽  
Natalya Logashova
Keyword(s):  
Technology Implementation ◽  
Online Monitoring ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Internal Diameter ◽  
Technology Application ◽  
Production Wells ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Wax Crystallization ◽  
Heating Technology ◽  
Production Losses

Abstract Paraffin represents one of the main case of failures and production losses which facing the entire oil industry. Prevention of paraffin deposition on the subsurface/surface equipment can be achieved by keeping the paraffin dissolved in crude oil or minimizing the adhesion or aggregation process of wax crystals. The paraffin problems which occur, conduct to gradual reduction of the tubular and pipelines internal diameter, restriction or valves blockages, and reduce the equipment capacity until the production is stop. Problems due to paraffin deposition varies and is different according with each commercial field, sometime the difference is from a well to well which producing from the same reservoir with different consistency. How we shall proceed? Before or after paraffin is field on the equipment? How could be avoid the future paraffin deposition? How long the selected method is proper for well ? The decision represents a combination based on oil's chemical & physical characteristics, well's behavior, method selected for prevention or elimination and combined with economic analysis and field experience. The paraffin inhibition applying is a common practice in OMV Petrom, which cover majority of the production wells. For the special wells, which the paraffin inhibition didn't provided satisfying results (multiple intervention due to paraffin deposition) was selected the Down Hole Heating technology (DHH) which was successfully tested in our company since 2014 thanks according with the yearly New Technology Program. The operating principle consists in heating the fluid volume from tubing using the heating cable which can be installed inside tubing, for NF and ESP wells or outside tubing for SRP or PCP wells. The cable is designed and located at the interval of wax crystallization appearance and heats the fluid to the temperature higher than the wax crystallization point (WAT). Since then, the DHH technology had an upward course, proven by high run life (highest value 2500 days / average 813 days) of the technology at the total 47 wells equipped, until this moment. Based on the successful results, recorded of 64% of old production wells equipped, it was decided to apply the technology at first completion of the new wells (36%), thus ensuring the protection of the new equipment. The paper offers an overview of DHH technology implementation, achievements, benefits and online monitoring of technology implementation starting with 2014 until today. The total impact shown a decreasing of no.of failures with 73,8%, the cost of intervention with 76,5%. The production losses decreased only with 5%, which certifies the fact that the technology helping production maintaining during the exploitation in comparison with production losses due paraffin issues recorded at wells without equipped with DHH technology. During 6 years of down hole heating technology application were developed candidate selection decision tree, monitoring the electrical efficiency, using the adaptability capacity of the technology from one well to another and integrate the temperature parameters in online monitoring system as part of digitalization concept of OMV Petrom, aspects which will be present in this article.

The effects of gender and age on new technology implementation in a developing country

2007 ◽  
Vol 20 (4) ◽  
pp. 352-375 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth White Baker ◽  
Said S. Al‐Gahtani ◽  
Geoffrey S. Hubona
Keyword(s):  
Developing Country ◽  
Technology Implementation ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Gender And Age

In-Situ Steam Generation A New Technology Application for Heavy Oil Production

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ayman R. Al-Nakhli ◽  
Luai A. Sukkar ◽  
James Arukhe ◽  
Abddulrahman Mulhem ◽  
Abdelaziz Mohannad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Heavy Oil ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Oil Production ◽  
Steam Generation ◽  
Technology Application

The East-West Politics of Global Modeling

2016 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eglė Rindzevičiūtė
Keyword(s):  
Soviet Union ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Scientific Cooperation ◽  
Global Modeling ◽  
Interconnected System ◽  
The Soviet Union ◽  
History Of ◽  
Computer Based ◽  
National Boundaries ◽  
East West

This chapter focuses on computer-based global modeling, a new technology of knowledge production that emerged in the early 1970s and played an important, transformative role in Soviet governance by opening it up to East-West cooperation. Global modelers conceptualized the planet as a complex, interconnected system, the understanding of which required transnational scientific cooperation, enabling both scientists and data to cross national boundaries and Cold War divides. Moreover, Soviet scientists forged and used models of possible long-term futures of the world to reveal and criticize problems being experienced, but not always acknowledged, in the Soviet Union. Therefore, a history of computer-based global modeling is a history of East-West transfer, the transformation of the late state socialism and globalization.

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