Some doubt regarding how useful this technology can be… a crude stream contains small amounts of inorganic solids (sand and NaCl being 2 examples). These will plug the pore space, as indeed would most of the longer chains hydrocarbons found in the atmosphere tower residue. Taking a condensed vapor through the membrane may be a place where you can do some good without the risk of plugging.
Agree, Chris. As David Wadsworth said, this technology would most likely be best suited for light or very light crudes. Exciting technology nonetheless. Thanks for the comment. Ed
The innovation in the oil and gas industry is truly remarkable.
Yes indeed, dave. The US wouldn't be the largest oil and gas producer in the world without innovation. Ed
Some doubt regarding how useful this technology can be… a crude stream contains small amounts of inorganic solids (sand and NaCl being 2 examples). These will plug the pore space, as indeed would most of the longer chains hydrocarbons found in the atmosphere tower residue. Taking a condensed vapor through the membrane may be a place where you can do some good without the risk of plugging.
Interesting all the same.
Agree, Chris. As David Wadsworth said, this technology would most likely be best suited for light or very light crudes. Exciting technology nonetheless. Thanks for the comment. Ed