Thermal recovery of viscous oil

Details Thermal recovery of viscous oil Thermal recovery of viscous oil

1974-06-21

1976-06-22

Novosad, Stephen J.

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In situ combustion

166259, 166272, E21B 4324

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039645460

ABSTRACT:
A method for recovering low gravity viscous oils and bitumens from a subterranean formation by the simultaneous injection of an oxygen-containing gas and steam so as to control the combustion, followed by a conventional in-situ combustion, after which the formation may be scavenged by water injection.

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