Synthesis and evaluation of an oil-soluble viscosity reducer for heavy oil

To reduce the viscosity of highly-viscous oil of the Tahe oilfield （Xinjiang,China）,an oilsoluble polybasic copolymer viscosity reducer for heavy oil was synthesized using the orthogonal method.The optimum reaction conditions are obtained as follows：under the protection of nitrogen,a reaction time of 9 h,monomer mole ratio of reaction materials of 3：2：2 （The monomers are 2-propenoic acid,docosyl ester,maleic anhydride and styrene,respectively）,initiator amount of 0.8% （mass percent of the sum of all the monomers） and reaction temperature of 80 oC.This synthesized viscosity reducer is more effective than commercial viscosity reducers.The rate of viscosity reduction reached 95.5% at 50 oC.Infrared spectra （IR） and interfacial tensions of heavy oil with and without viscosity reducer were investigated to understand the viscosity reduction mechanism.When viscosity reducer is added,the molecules of the viscosity reducer are inserted amongst the molecules of crude oil,altering the original intermolecular structure of crude oil and weakening its ability to form hydrogen bonds with hydroxyl or carboxyl groups,so the viscosity of crude oil is reduced.Field tests of the newly developed oil-soluble viscosity reducer was carried out in the Tahe Oilfield,and the results showed that 44.5% less light oil was needed to dilute the heavy oil to achieve the needed viscosity.

Tribological behaviour of oil-soluble organo-molybdenum compound as lubricating additives

A four-ball machine was employed to investigate the tribological performances and the synergetic function of organo-molybdenum compounds (molybdenum dialkyl-dithiophosphate and molybdenum dithiophosphate, coded as MoDDP and MoDTP, respectively) as additives in liquid paraffin. The morphologies of the worn surfaces and elemental distributions were observed and determined by means of scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive spectrometry. The chemical states of some typical elements on the worn surface were analyzed on X-ray photoelectron spectroscope. The results show that MoDDP and MoDTP additives in liquid paraffin have excellent antiwear and friction-reduction properties, which are attributed to the reaction film composed of MoS2, FeS and MoO2, and the deposited film composed of phosphate on the worn surface. Moreover, these two additives have synergetic friction-reducing and antiwear effect, which is closely related to the chemical states of S on the worn surface.

Characterization and Synthesis through Fast Phase-Transfer of Oil-Soluble Double-Coordinated Tea-Polyphenols Arsenic

Fast phase-transferring was adopted in ethanol solution at the condition of n (oil-soluble tea pol-yphenol): N (As3﹢) = 2:1, 4:1, 6:1, pH = 4.0, temperature 40°C - 45°C, action period of 15 h to compose the target, of which the productivity was 59%, UV was 267.50, 218.00, 220.50 nm, FTIR was 6291, 34158.6, 2850.2, 1708.2;1457.3;1370.4, 1224.2, 1144.0, 760.5 cm﹣1, fluorescence value λmax = 257, 591.1, 593.7, 590.3, 591.0, 591.5, XRD λ/nm is 3.6974, 4.186, 12.0762, 15.4747, 1H-NMRδ = 0.782, 1.193, 1.483 - 1.586, 1.959 - 2.184, 2.479, 3.116, 3.970 - 3.981, 5.231 - 5.753, 6.537 - 7.300. Finally it was ascertained through XRD as double-coordinated polycrystal compound.

Synthesis and Application of Oil-Soluble Red Dyes Derived from p-n-Alkyl Aniline

In this study, the azo red dyes derived from p-n-alkyl aniline by the introduction of different alkyl groups having high solubility in dodecane were synthesized. Results indicated that the elementary properties of red oil inks were 1) non-polarity;2) low viscosity (<3.0 cps);3) specified surface tension (<30 mN/m);4) intensity of visible absorption covering 480 - 540 nm;5) hue close to standard red (CIE(x, y) = 0.67, 0.33). We can conclude that these azo red dyes are applicable for electrowetting displays.

A Comparative Study on Emulsion Polymerization Processes of Styrene Initiated by Water-soluble and Oil-soluble Initiators

The solubility of initiator determines its distribution and the roles played in emulsion polymerization as well as the final products, but this is still lack of systematic investigation. The present work focuses on this issue by comparing the kinetic behaviors and product properties of styrene emulsion polymerization initiated by 2,2-azoisobutyronitrile(AIBN) and potassium persulphate(KPS).Compared to KPS-initiated emulsion polymerization, the AIBN-initiated polymerization was found to be insensitive to the type of emulsifier, and have high polymerization rate as well as narrow molecular weight distribution and particle size distribution. This result indicates the effective free radicals are generated in micelles or colloids, which could decrease the proportion of homogeneous nucleation and make the process and product more controllable. As a consequence, there is a linear relationship between molecular weight of product and AIBN concentration in lg-lg coordinate. It provided a reference for the preparation of latexes with specified molecular weight and supported the possibility of the coexistence of multiple free radicals in one micelle or colloid when using oil-soluble initiator.

Challenges in developing polymer flocculants to improve bitumen quality in non.aqueous extraction processes:an experimental study

Western Canada’s oil sands hold the third-largest hydrocarbon deposits in the world.Bitumen,a very heavy petroleum,is currently recovered by surface mining with warm water or in situ.Recovery processes that use organic solvents are being developed to reduce water usage and tailings production.While solvent-based methods can effectively extract bitumen,removal of residual fine solids from diluted bitumen product(DBP)to meet the pipeline transport requirement of<0.5 wt%solids and water in DBP remains a major challenge.We propose a novel area of application of polymer flocculants for fine solids removal from DBP.In principle,polymer flocculants can be applied to help remove these residual solids in conjunction with physical separation processes to increase process effectiveness and energy efficiency.Several polymers are selected and screened for flocculation behavior using kaolinite suspended in DBP and toluene,as a model system.Focused beam reflectance measurements and force tensiometer techniques are used to determine flocculation and sedimentation in DBP.The observed flocculation and sedimentation rate enhancements indicate that the polymers tested have only minor effects,providing opportunities for advanced polymer development.These findings exemplify the challenges in identifying polymers that may be effective as flocculants in heavy petroleum media.

Antioxidation of Sebum to Prevent Scalp Inflammation

Scalp inflammation is a fundamental issue to many unhealthy scalp symptoms such as itching, redness, dandruff, and odor. Oxidized sebum, or specifically oxidization of the squalene component in sebum, is one of the key reasons causing scalp inflammation. Therefore, antioxidation of the sebum is an important way to maintain scalp health. In this study, we investigated the relationship between squalene peroxide formed and its exposure time under UVA light. Further, we found two oil-soluble antioxidants, ginger root extract and vitamin E, being effective on antioxidation of sebum, and can be potentially used as scalp care actives.

A review of current understanding in tribochemical reactions involving lubricant additives

Lubricants have played important roles in friction and wear reduction and increasing efficiency of mechanical systems.To optimize tribological performance,chemical reactions between a lubricant and a substrate must be designed strategically.Tribochemical reactions are chemical reactions enabled or accelerated by mechanical stimuli.Tribochemically activated lubricant additives play important roles in these reactions.In this review,current understanding in mechanisms of chemical reactions under shear has been discussed.Additives such as oil-soluble organics,ionic liquids(ILs),and nanoparticles(NPs)were analyzed in relation to the tribochemical reaction routes with elements in metallic substrates.The results indicated that phosphorus,sulfur,fluorine,and nitrogen are key elements for tribochemical reactions.The resulting tribofilms from zinc dithiophosphates(ZDDP)and molybdenum dithiocarbamate(MoDTC)have been widely reported,yet that from ILs and NPs need to investigate further.This review serves as a reference for researchers to design and optimize new lubricants.