Alkaline surfactant polymer formulation for Saudi Arabian carbonate reservoirs

H. S. Al-Hashim*, V. Obiora, H. Y. Al-Yousef, F. Fernandez, W. Nofal

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Alkaline-surfactant-polymer (ASP) formulations were tested to determine their ability to improve oil recovery in Saudi Arabian carbonate reservoirs. B1083 surfactant showed its ability to adapt to the conditions of the reservoir, although its adsorption level on carbonate rocks was significantly affected by a combination of NaHCO3 and Na2CO3. Core flooding tests also revealed additional oil recovery using ASP slugs.

Original languageEnglish
Pages79-96
Number of pages18
DOIs
StatePublished - 1996

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Geotechnical Engineering and Engineering Geology

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