Fluid handling – Processes – Affecting flow by the addition of material or energy
Patent
1981-08-13
1982-10-26
Guynn, Herbert B.
Fluid handling
Processes
Affecting flow by the addition of material or energy
252 855R, 252312, F17D 117
Patent
active
043556515
ABSTRACT:
An improvement in the method of transporting viscous hydrocarbons through pipes is disclosed. Briefly, the improvement comprises adding water containing an effective amount of a phosphate ester of a specific block copolymer. The resulting emulsion has a lower viscosity and is more easily transported.
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Conoco Inc.
Dowling Robin M.
Guynn Herbert B.
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