Enhanced Oil Recovery through Transient Thermal Conductivity Measurements
Presenter: Emma Mattinson, C-Therm
Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR) depends on accurate thermal characterization of reservoir materials to optimize methods like steam injection and in-situ combustion. C-Therm’s Trident Thermal Conductivity Instrument supports four transient methods—MTPS, TPS, TLS, and THW—each suited to specific sample types and conditions. MTPS (ASTM D7984) enables rapid, non-destructive testing of solids, liquids, and powders. TPS (ISO 22007-2) is ideal for anisotropic materials gathering data for technical data sheets. TLS (ASTM D5334/D5930) is designed for core samples and soild and can be used under varied pressure and temperature. THW (ASTM D7896-19) excels in measuring thermal conductivity of low-viscosity fluids. This presentation highlights real-world applications of C-Therm’s technology in oil and gas, showing how transient thermal analysis supports data-driven decisions in EOR.
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Innovative Thermal Analysis Techniques in Oil & Gas Operations
Presenter: Hitoshi Taniguchi, C-Therm
Various thermal analysis techniques are used for understanding material behavior under temperature changes in oil and gas operations. This presentation explores how Rigaku’s advanced instruments—Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), Thermomechanical Analysis (TMA), and Simultaneous Thermal Analysis (STA)—enhance process control, safety, and material selection in this industry. Rigaku’s DSCVesta2 is used to detect phase transitions, oxidation stability, and reaction enthalpies, aiding in the formulation of drilling fluids and additives. TMA evaluates dimensional changes in materials, such as seals and elastomers, under thermal stress, helping predict performance in extreme environments. STA combines thermogravimetric (TG) and differential thermal analysis (DTA) to simultaneously assess mass loss and thermal events, ideal for studying decomposition, combustion, and residue behavior in hydrocarbons. Each method is presented in depth with real-world case studies provided.
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DMA for Material Performance and Reliability in O-Rings, Gaskets, and Sealants
Presenter: Arya Shahrostambeik, C-Therm
Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA) is a powerful tool for evaluating the viscoelastic properties of elastomeric components critical to oil and gas operations. This presentation highlights how Metravib DMA systems are used to assess the mechanical performance and reliability of O-rings, gaskets, and sealants under varying temperatures and frequencies. By measuring storage modulus, loss modulus, and damping behavior, DMA reveals how materials respond to stress, strain, and environmental aging—key factors in predicting seal integrity and service life. Metravib’s high-precision DMA instruments enable testing under realistic operational conditions, including sub-zero temperatures and high pressures, making them ideal for qualifying materials used in offshore and downhole environments. This session explores case studies and best practices for integrating DMA into quality assurance and R&D efforts in the oil and gas sector.
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XRD Mineral Phase Analysis for Reservoir Characterization and Failure Analyses
Presenter: Dr. Akhilesh Tripathi, Rigaku Americas
XRD identifies and quantifies crystalline minerals in geological samples, aiding in mineral phase analysis and understanding reservoir characteristics. It also analyzes scales and corrosion products, aiding troubleshooting and failure analyses.
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XRF Elemental Analysis for Quality Control and Regulatory Compliance
Presenter: Ryan Nelson, Rigaku Americas
XRF determines elemental compositions in crude oil, refined products, and lubricants, ensuring quality control and regulatory compliance. Typical applications include sulfur content analysis in fuels.
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3D CT Imaging for Core Analysis and Reservoir Evaluation
Presenter: Dr. Angela Criswell, Rigaku Americas
CT non-destructively examines core and plug samples, revealing internal structures, porosity, permeability, and fluid distribution, which are crucial for reservoir evaluation.
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Nuclear Magnetic Resonance for Materials Characterization
Presenter: Tuan Vo, Green Imaging
Green Imaging is a global leader in nuclear magnetic resonance based porous media analysis and as such presented an overview of our methods for fluid characterization in porous media. The focus is on “traditional” hydrogen detection as well as new research on carbon 13 and sodium detection. NMR can be used to provide a long list of measurements including porosity, permeability, capillary pressure, relative permeability, and wettability. All NMR measurement techniques are non-destructive and as such many experiments are comparative, allowing users to look at changes in the sample over time, or with varying conditions. Using NMR to characterize the fluids in the porous media allows users to characterize the media itself and come to a better understanding of full character of the media of interest. NMR highlights the interactions of fluids with the porous media and understanding this interaction is key to many users’ interests.
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