Method for improving enhanced recovery of oil using surfactant-s

Details Method for improving enhanced recovery of oil using surfactant-s Method for improving enhanced recovery of oil using surfactant-s

1990-01-02

1991-10-29

Suchfield, George A.

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166268, 166273, 166274, 166275, E21B 4322, E21B 4900

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050607278

ABSTRACT:
A process is provided for enhancing the recovery of oil in a subterranean formation. The process involves injecting a surfactant-containing foam having oil-imbibing and transporting properties. A foam having such properties is selected either by determination of the lamella number or by micro-visualization techniques.

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