Geothermal chemistry thermodynamics: The WatchWorks program for MS-Windows{trademark}
- GeothermEx, Inc., Richmond, CA (United States)
The WATCH computer code, which calculates composition and aqueous speciation in geothermal reservoir waters, has been upgraded and transferred to MS-Windows{trademark} under the name WatchWorks. Program output includes pH, redox potential, the partial pressures of dissolved gases, and mineral solubilities. WatchWorks assists analyses of scaling and corrosion potential, calculates reservoir steam composition, effects of boiling and cooling, and excess steam in the wellflow. The amount of acid, base or CO{sub 2} gas needed to adjust brine pH can be calculated, as may be needed to inhibit scale formation or neutralize a low pH. The Windows environment provides for extensive input-output control and on-screen recalculation of data units. Examples of applications are provided.
- OSTI ID:
- 602761
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-971048-; TRN: 98:001318-0077
- Resource Relation:
- Conference: Geothermal Resources Council (GRC) annual meeting, San Francisco, CA (United States), 12 Oct 1997; Other Information: PBD: 1997; Related Information: Is Part Of Meeting the challenge of increased competition; PB: 665 p.
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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