Chemistry, physical nature, and rheology of aqueous stimulation foams

Journal Article · Sat Aug 01 00:00:00 EDT 1981 · SPEJ, Soc. Pet. Eng. J.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2118/9530-PA· OSTI ID:5144771

Holcomb, D L; Callaway, E; Curry, L L

Laboratory equipment has been designed specifically to study effectively the microscopic structure of flowing foams at high pressures. In addition, application of foaming-agent optimization techniques to design stable foams at varying foam qualities is demonstrated at high pressures - i.e., 500 to 2,000 psig (3448 to 13,792 kPa). Capillary viscosity data for these forms is established and correlated with a video-photomicroscopic study of the flowing foam and their designated bubble qualities. Foaming-agent screening information from the tests is provided indicating the foaming-agent generic chemistry that allows optimal foam stability under high pressure conditions. 7 refs.

• Research Organization: Smith Energy Serv, USA
• OSTI ID: 5144771
• Journal Information: SPEJ, Soc. Pet. Eng. J.; (United States), Vol. 21:4, Issue 04
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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COLLOIDS
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