Petroleum technology Books

This book is designed to provide readers with a broad background and firm foundation to gain advanced knowledge in the field. In depth discussions of new research on drilling techniques, as well as emerging equipment used in oil extraction and the...

This book is a compilation of interesting work on Polyurethane. It talks about the properties, characterization, and structures of polyurethane as well as provides information regarding Bio-based PU, including the R&D in these areas. The topics introduce...

The advanced polymers along with its selected applications are comprehensively illustrated in this extensive book. This book is a compilation of contributions by reputed authors from across the globe engaged in various fields of polymer physics. It...

The fascinating autobiography of a man living in Libya during the years when oil was discovered there. The work he achieved made a huge contribution to the development and transformation that "black gold" brought to the country. Following the tracks of...

The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is a agency within the U.S. Department of Interior. BOEM has four sections that cover the United States' waters: Alaska OCS Region, Pacific OCS Region, Gulf of Mexico OCS Region and the Atlantic OCS Region...

Although many papers have been published describing methods for the inorganic analysis of petroleum no book has previously appeared devoted exclusively to this subject. The purpose of this work is to provide a laboratory handbook for industrial analysts...

What is the future of oil as a primary source of energy? Is the world moving inexorably towards the end of the oil era? This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the future of oil by assessing the present realities and prospects of the oil sector,...

Nearly 2 billion acres of offshore public domain is owned by the United States adjacent to Alaska and the lower 48 States. Much of the Nation's future domestic petroleum supply is expected to come from this area. Areas of highest potential apparently...

The Alternative to Energy Wars Like the One in IraqWhat if the United States could be energy independent? It's not just a good science fiction plot. In twelve years, the country could be free from its need of foreign oil, not only helping to level the...

Although the design of waterflood facilities clearly lies within the realm of the engineering function, it is vitally important that there is an integration with staff from all relevant disciplines so that the facility meets project requirements for the...

The primary function of well and reservoir surveillance is to ensure the asset is operated in an effective manner to optimize recovery and/or the asset's value. Waterflooding Surveillance and Remediation describes the various elements that could be...

It is becoming increasingly recognized that chemistry issues can and have a significant impact on the way a waterflood project progresses. This topic is therefore the first to be covered in a series of books addressing various factors associated with...

Studienarbeit aus dem Jahr 2017 im Fachbereich BWL - Wirtschaftspolitik, Note: 1,3, Hochschule Aschaffenburg, Sprache: Deutsch, Abstract: Das Thema Energie stellt für den Großteil der Bevölkerung lediglich eine Randerscheinung dar, die im Zusammenhang...

As regulations push the fossil fuel industry toward increasing standards of eco-friendliness and environmental sustainability, desulfurization (the removal of SO2 from industrial waste byproducts) presents a new and unique challenge that current...

Knowledge of the principles and methods of petroleum sedimentology is essential for oil and gas exploration and exploitation. This book is designed as an introductory text for students in petroleum geology and applied...

The second of the 1989 conferences in the Shell Conference Series, held from 10 to 12 December in the Netherlands and organized by Koninklijke/Shell-Laboratorium, Amsterdam, was on "Computational Fluid Dynamics for ...

Oil and Gas Engineering for Non-Engineers explains in non-technical terms how oil and gas exploration and production are carried out in the upstream oil and gas industry. The aim is to help readers with no prior knowledge of the oil and gas industry...

This work offers a complete account of OPEC's past, present, and possible future in relation to economic, political, and technological changes. It focuses on the impacts of recent international political and economic developments and analyzes factors...

Bachelor Thesis from the year 2014 in the subject Engineering - Power Engineering, grade: A, University of Benin, course: Petroleum Engineering, language: English, abstract: Crude oil production is a major requirement to sustaining the well begins of any...

Waterflooding is an important technique in oil recovery and has been instrumental in increasing the world's petroleum reserves. The Design Engineering Aspects of Waterflooding provides a practical guide to the design of surface facilities and...

An industry expert details the differences in solvent treating processes and the types of feedstock used for each. This practical and accessible guide is written for managers, professionals and technicians as well as graduate students transitioning into...

Originally published in 1915, this book provides a detailed survey of the oil fields in the Santa Clara Valley, the Puente Hills, and the Los Angeles Oil Districts of Southern California. Drawing on firsthand accounts and scientific analysis, this book...

Discover the ins and outs of the petroleum and natural gas industries with this detailed guide. Co-authored by Israel Charles White and the West Virginia Geological and Economic Survey, this book is a must-read for anyone working in or researching the...

This classic guide to gasoline and other motor fuels provides a comprehensive overview of the science and technology behind these essential resources. Written by Joseph V. Meigs, a leading expert in the field, Gasoline and Other Motor Fuels covers...

A detailed examination of the technical aspects of crude petroleum, petroleum products, and natural gas, including their physical and chemical properties, refining processes, and production methods.This work has been selected by scholars as being...

This detailed study of the oil-shale industry provides a comprehensive overview of the geological, technological, and economic factors that shape this important sector. Hill, Gavin, and Perdew offer a careful analysis of the history and current state of...

Asphaltenes have traditionally been viewed as being extremely complex, thus very hard to characterize. In addition, certain fundamental properties of asphaltenes have pre­ viously been inaccessible to study by traditional...

Oil, eh? One of the most troublesome substances known to man. Burn it and the world goes into meltdown. Disrupt it and the world goes into meltdown. You just can't win with oil... unless, of course, you're in the business. Supply disruptions hand the oil...

A one-stop, go-to reference containing all relevant and key industry concepts, equations, terminology, and formulas, the SPE Petroleum Engineering Certification and PE License Exam Reference Guide is the essential tool for those taking the SPE...

Engineering Management of oil and gas projects provides guidance on effective management of the design effort including detailed engineering review and approval processes between the owner companies and the Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC)...

This technical treatise provides an in-depth examination of crude petroleum, petroleum products, and natural gas. It covers the evaluation of oil-shale and the laboratory methods used to control the operation of benzol-recovery plants. Written by experts...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

With substantial contributions from experienced industrial scientists and engineers, this work will have real application towards improving process efficiency and improvement in the trillion-dollar global petroleum industry. It...

Alberta's oil sands represent a vast and untapped oil reserve that could reasonably supply all of Canada's energy needs for the next 475 years. With an estimated 300 billion barrels of recoverable oil at stake, the quest to develop this natural resource h

The importance of energy to the functioning of any economy has meant that energy industries are amongst the most regulated of industries. What might appear to be purely private decisions are made within a complex and evolving web of government regulations

First published in 1861, this comprehensive guide to coal gas production and distribution offers a detailed overview of the technology and processes involved. Written by William Boughton King, a renowned expert in the field, this classic work remains an...

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the petroleum industry in Canada. The author explores the history of oil and gas exploration in the country, the geology of its deposits, and the economic and political factors that have shaped the industry...

The importance of oil in the world economy cannot be overstated, and methods for recovering oil will be the subject of much scientific and engineering research for many years to come. Even after the application of primary...

This important historical document provides valuable insights into the early days of the oil and gas industry in California. Featuring detailed reports on drilling operations, production figures, and geological surveys, this report offers a fascinating...

As one of the world's largest producers of petroleum, Burma has long been of interest to oil and gas companies and geologists alike. In this book, Fritz Nötling provides a comprehensive overview of the occurrence of petroleum in Burma and the technical...

This book provides a detailed analysis of the oil industry in Peru from an industrial perspective. Federico Moreno examines the extraction, production, and distribution of oil in Peru, as well as the economic and political factors that impact the...

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the petroleum industry, including its history, technology, and economic impact. The author, an industry expert, explains the science behind oil exploration and drilling, and explores the geopolitical...

A pioneering study of the oil industry in America by the British journalist Edmund Morris. Originally published in 1865, 'Derrick and Drill' offers a detailed and authoritative account of the history, technology, and impact of petroleum extraction in the...