"This book reviews the work done on multiphase flow through pipes during the last five decades and focuses on project applications akin to flow assurance of hydrocarbon production. The fundamentals and challenges of multiphase flow thermal-hydraulic simulations are covered in depth jointly with the prediction of hydrocarbon properties. Historic multiphase flow models are reviewed, and the newer two-fluid model is developed for practical applications. Examples of the steady-state models presented include well flow, gathering systems, pipe fittings and restrictions. Practical examples of transient multiphase flow in wells and pipelines highlight the operational challenges of hydrocarbon production and complement the normal steady-state performance. The book also includes brief sections on important topics such as multiphase flow metering and sand fines transport. In summary, this book aims to put together the tools for pragmatic simulation of multiphase transport in the oil and gas industry."--
An introduction to multiphase flows in the oil and gas industry
The term multiphase flow refers to the concurrent flow of oil and/or gas, alongside other substances or materials such as production water, chemical inhibitors, and solids (e.g. sand). This is a critical topic in the oil and gas industry, where the presence of multiple flow phases in pipelines affects deliverability, generates serious complications in predicting flow performance for system design and operation, and requires specific risk mitigation actions and continuous maintenance. Chemical and Mechanical Engineers interested in working in this industry will benefit from understanding the basic theories and practices required to model and operate multiphase flows through pipelines, wells, and other components of the production system.
Multiphase Transport of Hydrocarbons in Pipes meets this need with a comprehensive overview of five decades of research into multiphase flow. Incorporating fundamental theories, historic and cutting-edge multiphase flow models, and concrete examples of current and future applications. This book provides a sound technical background for prospective or working engineers in need of understanding this crucial area of industry.
Readers will also find:
- Flowcharts to illustrate calculation sequences
- Detailed tools for estimating multiphase flow rates through flowlines, wells, and more
- Integration of conservation principles with thermodynamic and transport properties
- Coverage of legacy and modern simulation models
This book is ideal for flow assurance engineers, facilities engineers, oil and gas production engineers, and process engineers, as well as chemical and mechanical engineering students looking to work in any of these roles.
About the authors
Preface
Acknowledgements
Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 2 - Fundamentals of Multiphase Flow
Chapter 3 - Hydrocarbon Fluid Properties and Thermodynamics
Chapter 4 - Multiphase Flow Patterns
Chapter 5 - Two-Phase Flow in Pipelines
Chapter 6 - Two-Phase Flow in Wells
Chapter 7 - Two-Phase Flow Through Restrictions and Piping Components
Chapter 8 - Two-Phase Flow Thermal Modeling
Chapter 9 - Advanced Simulations
Chapter 10 - Multiphase Flow Simulations
Chapter 11 - Fluid-Solid Transport
Juan J. Manzano-Ruiz has worked for more than 40 years in all sectors of the oil and gas industry, including offshore shallow/deepwater fields, onshore oil and gas plants, LNG, and refining, in different technical leadership and managerial roles with E&P corporations. He has proven theoretical and operational experience with Flow Assurance and with the development of program simulation tools designed to meet challenging flow-modeling needs. He is the President of the corporation Petroconsulting and Associates and is a registered Professional Engineer in the state of Texas.
Jose G. Carballo is a flow assurance engineer with over a decade of experience with steady-state and transient simulation for wells, flowlines, and risers. He is a co-founder and Vice President of FlowAssure Engineering, and a registered Professional Engineer in the state of Texas.
