oilfield polyacrylamide is a widely used enhanced oil recovery (EOR) technique that employs polymers such as polyacrylamide to increase the viscosity of injected water. This process improves the displacement of oil from the reservoir rock by reducing water channeling and improving sweep efficiency. Implementing polymer flooding effectively can significantly boost oil recovery rates and extend the life of oilfields.

Advantages of Polymer Flooding in Oil Recovery

Working Principle of Polymer Flooding

When polymer solutions are injected into an oil reservoir, they increase the viscosity of the displacing water. This balances the mobility ratio between the displacing fluid and oil, preventing the injected water from bypassing oil zones through high permeability paths. The result is improved sweep efficiency and enhanced oil displacement from the rock pores.

Selection and Application

The success of polymer flooding depends on selecting polymers with the right molecular weight, charge density, and tolerance to salinity and temperature. Polymer formulations must be adapted to specific reservoir conditions to maximize viscosity and stability.

Implementation requires careful mixing to prevent polymer degradation, control of injection rates, and monitoring of reservoir conditions to adjust polymer dosage. Thermal stability and salt resistance are critical factors for polymers used in harsh oilfield environments.

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