The equipment corresponds to a vessel operating at atmospheric pressure, designed to remove oil and solids in suspension by means of microbubbles (80 microns in diameter) of air injected by nozzles, with an estimated efficiency of 90% in the removal of fats and/or oils, and of 70% in that of suspended solids, in order that the effluent from the system may thus continue its normal course in the process of the final disposal of the treated water. The equipment for the operation thereof has a bubble generation system comprised of a network of nozzles distributed in such a way that they cover the entire transversal area of the vessel and thus ensure the flotation of the suspended solids and oil entering via the inlet stream.
The present invention describes a process which guarantees the removal of the insoluble polar pollutants present in biodiesel that give rise to the formation of precipitates at temperatures above cloud point and dramatically affect its performance at low temperatures. The biodiesel obtained through the process described in the present invention guarantees that the strictest requirement is fulfilled in international legislation for cold filtration, thereby guaranteeing the production of high-quality industry-grade biodiesel. The process consists basically of two steps: the first is adsorption in a reactor batch and the second is the transfer of the polar chemical components left over from the first step. In both steps, a natural or acid-activated aluminosilicate is used as an adsorbent.
C10L 1/02 - Liquid carbonaceous fuels essentially based on components consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen only
C07C 67/56 - SeparationPurificationStabilisationUse of additives by solid-liquid treatmentSeparationPurificationStabilisationUse of additives by chemisorption
The present invention discloses a machine and a method, constituted by a mechanical device for the incorporation into the process of a load, comprised of a mix of residual improved crude oil, an asphaltene solid and a solvent; a container enabling the application of heat, shaking, and the extraction of vapours; an extrusion device with its own heater installed in the container, and a cooling unit. The machine and the method of the present invention enable the closing of the solvent cycle, reducing the need for replacement, recovers part of the remanent improved crude oil, increasing the efficiency of the process, and yields an asphaltene solid with the necessary characteristics for its use as fuel.
B29B 9/06 - Making granules by dividing preformed material in the form of filamentary material, e.g. combined with extrusion
B29B 9/12 - Making granules characterised by structure or composition
B01J 2/00 - Processes or devices for granulating materials, in generalRendering particulate materials free flowing in general, e.g. making them hydrophobic
B01J 2/02 - Processes or devices for granulating materials, in generalRendering particulate materials free flowing in general, e.g. making them hydrophobic by dividing the liquid material into drops, e.g. by spraying, and solidifying the drops
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INTERACTIVE SYSTEM FOR DISPLAYING OBJECTS ON SCREENS IN REAL TIME AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF
The invention relates to a technological system having one or more mechanical structures formed by rails with motors and pulleys that move a platform on which video cameras are installed, and which allows objects to be displayed on screens by using network connections and videoconferencing, projecting the image of the objects in real time. This configuration facilitates the display of limited-access objects, allowing users in different locations to interact in a virtual environment.
G06K 17/00 - Methods or arrangements for effecting co-operative working between equipments covered by two or more of main groups , e.g. automatic card files incorporating conveying and reading operations
B61B 3/02 - Elevated railway systems with suspended vehicles with self-propelled vehicles
B61C 13/04 - Locomotives or motor railcars characterised by their application to special systems or purposes for elevated railways with rigid rails
F16M 11/20 - Undercarriages with or without wheels
F16M 11/42 - Stands or trestles as supports for apparatus or articles placed thereon with arrangement for propelling the support
G01N 21/84 - Systems specially adapted for particular applications
G01N 21/88 - Investigating the presence of flaws, defects or contamination
G01N 21/95 - Investigating the presence of flaws, defects or contamination characterised by the material or shape of the object to be examined
G01N 21/952 - Inspecting the exterior surface of cylindrical bodies or wires
E21B 49/00 - Testing the nature of borehole wallsFormation testingMethods or apparatus for obtaining samples of soil or well fluids, specially adapted to earth drilling or wells
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EMBEDDED IOT SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR THE REAL-TIME VIRTUAL MEASUREMENT OF PRODUCTION AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY IN OIL WELLS WITH ELECTRIC SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS
The present invention relates to an embedded Internet-of-Things (IOT) computer system for the real-time virtual simultaneous measurement of the production flow, water cut, pump head and energy efficiency in hydrocarbon-producing wells with an artificial lift system (ALS) by means of an electric submersible pump (ESP), with the ability to connect to equipment, sensors and instruments of the ALS of the well, and to transmit and present results in a computing cloud by means of graphics for monitoring.
This invention provides a process for obtaining, under low pressure conditions, a highly stable, homogeneous hydrocarbon with low viscosity and high retention of volatiles. The hydrocarbon resulting from the process is composed mainly of heavy and extra heavy crude oil, a conventional diluent and a NCD, wherein the components of the NCD are grouped into three types: hydrocarbons with three or less carbon atoms (C-3), hydrocarbons with four carbon atoms (C4) and hydrocarbons with five or more carbon atoms (C5+). The mixture of the defined components has a synergistic effect on the viscosity, stability and homogeneity properties of the final hydrocarbon, making it possible to transport the heavy and extra heavy crude oil which originally has an API between 7 and 25.
F17D 1/17 - Facilitating the conveyance of liquids or effecting the conveyance of viscous products by modification of their viscosity by mixing with another liquid
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PROCESS FOR CONTROLLING THE INJECTION OF DILUENT IN A WELL BOTTOM TO DILUTE EXTRA-HEAVY CRUDE OIL
The present patent application relates to a process for the controlled injection of a lightweight hydrocarbon at an optimal flow, to dilute extra heavy and foamy crude from a deposit. Homogenisation is achieved using the centrifugal energy of a subsoil pump. The invention comprises two elements: a process for dilution at the bottom of the well, and an automatic monitoring and control system for injecting the required diluent flow. Neither the diluent nor an artificial lifting system requires adaptation. In addition, the amount of diluent required is ensured using data available from the well and the lifting system, by means of control software. The process for monitoring process data and controlling the flow of the diluent is iterative and includes a verification routine for calibrating the injection system.
C09K 8/58 - Compositions for enhanced recovery methods for obtaining hydrocarbons, i.e. for improving the mobility of the oil, e.g. displacing fluids
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Method for improving the flow capacity and increasing the dilution capacity of diluents in methods for the production and transport of heavy and extra-heavy crude oils coming from the different phases of recovery of deposits (primary, secondary and enhanced)
The invention relates to a method including a system of additives which increase fluidity and/or flow capacity and minimize pressure drops from the steps of lifting in production wells, collection lines, dehydration systems and ducts for transporting heavy and extra-heavy hydrocarbons. In addition, the injected system of chemical additives increases the dilution capacity of the solvents that need to be applied to improve the quality of the crude oil (reduce viscosity and density, and increase API gravity), thereby facilitating the dehydration and transport.
The present invention discloses a set of self-supported structural skid-type mobile systems for plugging leaks in ducts and pipes that carry liquids and gases. The technology consists of one or more feeding skids (100) for feeding obstructing geometric elements (300), located in each of the transport lines that supply the main pipe, and a collection skid for collecting these elements located at a point downstream (200).
E21B 33/068 - Well headsSetting-up thereof having provision for introducing objects or fluids into, or removing objects from, wells
E21B 33/138 - Plastering the borehole wallInjecting into the formation
C09K 8/50 - Compositions for plastering borehole walls, i.e. compositions for temporary consolidation of borehole walls
C09K 8/516 - Compositions for plastering borehole walls, i.e. compositions for temporary consolidation of borehole walls characterised by their form or by the form of their components, e.g. encapsulated material
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CATALYSTS FOR NAPHTHA HYDROTREATING AND METHODS FOR PRODUCING SAME
The present application relates to catalysts for the selective removal of sulfur (hydrodesulfurisation or HDS) from FCC naphthas, which at the same time prevent reduction in the quality of the gasoline produced, specifically in the anti-knock index (AKI). The synthesised catalysts contain a support of aluminium oxide and/or amorphous silica alumina (ASA), both doped with Na, and oxides of molybdenum and of cobalt. The invention also relates to a method for producing the catalysts, which comprises: a) obtaining the supports; b) doping the supports with a metal from group 1 of the periodic table; c) impregnating the supports with salts of molybdenum and cobalt; d) drying the impregnated supports using a flow of dry air; e) calcining the impregnated supports; and f) activating the catalysts in situ.
C10G 45/08 - Refining of hydrocarbon oils using hydrogen or hydrogen-generating compounds to eliminate hetero atoms without changing the skeleton of the hydrocarbon involved and without cracking into lower boiling hydrocarbonsHydrofinishing characterised by the catalyst used containing nickel or cobalt metal, or compounds thereof in combination with chromium, molybdenum, or tungsten metals, or compounds thereof
C10G 47/20 - Crystalline alumino-silicate carriers the catalyst containing other metals or compounds thereof
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METHOD FOR IMPROVING THE FLOW CAPACITY AND INCREASING THE DILUTION CAPACITY OF DILUENTS IN METHODS FOR THE PRODUCTION AND TRANSPORT OF HEAVY AND EXTRA-HEAVY CRUDE OILS COMING FROM THE DIFFERENT PHASES OF RECOVERY OF DEPOSITS (PRIMARY, SECONDARY AND ENHANCED)
The invention relates to a method including a system of additives which increase fluidity and/or flow capacity and minimise pressure drops from the steps of lifting in production wells, collection lines, dehydration systems and ducts for transporting heavy and extra-heavy hydrocarbons. In addition, the injected system of chemical additives increases the dilution capacity of the solvents that need to be applied to improve the quality of the crude oil (reduce viscosity and density, and increase API gravity), thereby facilitating the dehydration and transport.
C09K 8/584 - Compositions for enhanced recovery methods for obtaining hydrocarbons, i.e. for improving the mobility of the oil, e.g. displacing fluids characterised by the use of specific surfactants
SYSTEM WITH MULTIPLE SENSORS MANUFACTURED WITH SPECIAL MATERIALS FOR APPLICATIONS IN THE PRESENCE OF HYDROCARBONS AND WASTEWATER AND PROCEDURE FOR REMOTE MONITORING, CONTROL AND FOLLOW-UP OF WATER QUALITY PARAMETERS WITH REAL-TIME TRANSMISSION AND PROCESSING OF CONTINUOUS DATA
The technology disclosed in this patent application is formed by a field acquisition module which includes sensors, processing electronics, flotation chamber or special potting (1); connected to a power and information transmission module (2) which makes possible the real-time acquisition of physical-chemical water quality parameters in production, discharge and treatment plants, such as: temperature, pH, DO or dissolved oxygen, TSS or total suspended solids from the measurement of turbidity, electrical conductivity and OIW or oil suspended in water, based on the capacitance. The acquisition modules (1) and power and transmission modules (2) are adapted to hostile field conditions and are independent because an energy source that can be configured with solar panels and/or long-lasting rechargeable batteries is included. Information transmission is performed via low-power radio complying with intrinsic safety requirements (3) or through wired communication protocols. The processing, communications, storage and control module or HUB (4) receives the information and communicates (5) via Internet with the remote storage, display and management system, which operates on cloud servers (6) and makes possible the remote display and control on computers and mobile devices (7). The processing module can also communicate with local control centres via standard communication protocols such as rs232, rs485, Modbus, analog 4-20 and other. Further disclosed is a methodology for the capture, processing and transmission of the data collected (parameters) from production, discharge and treatment plant wastewater that makes possible on-line and real-time data consultation, software for monitoring and managing the production water quality parameters and a web platform design for the real-time reading of data, personalised through the creation of a username and password, with the option of designing an application compatible with mobile devices.
This invention is related to the formulation and method for preparing catalytic materials for hydrocracking (HCK) processes for heavy crude oil fractions in dispersed-bed reactors from catalysts deactivated in fixed-bed hydrotreatment (HDT) units. To prepare said materials, the catalyst precursors must be subjected to a process comprising the following single operations consecutively: washing by liquid/liquid extraction, grinding, drying, calcination and activation by treatment with elemental sulfur. This invention also relates to a hydrocracking process on a modified dispersed bed that improves the performance of the catalysts prepared.
The invention relates to a system and a method allowing the measurement of the water content or the fraction of water in fluids and in a petroleum/gas-water mixture, especially for use in petroleum production facilities. The invention contains a standard tube (1), two flanges (2), a plurality of electrodes (3), a temperature sensor (4), and a PCS communications and processing card or module (5), where the plurality of electrodes (3) and the temperature sensor (4) are fitted around and along the diameter of the standard tube, in a helicoidal manner. The plurality of electrodes (3) are an arrangement of dual-measurement transducers, measuring capacitance and resistivity simultaneously.
It has been discovered that the naphthenic acids present in crude oil are carboxylic acids, characterised by being one (or more) aliphatic or naphthenic ring having an associated alkyl group, which is ended by a carboxylic acid group. The naphthenic acids produce atypical corrosion phenomena, given that they can cause a localised attack without the presence of water at temperatures between 473 K and 693 K, hindering the processing of this type of crude oils in refineries. The invention relates to a catalytic hydrogenation process that permits the selective removal of naphthenic acids present in heavy and extra heavy crude oils with a low production of hydrogen sulphides, in particular in crude oil that has not previously been fractionally distilled. The catalyst is formed by an aluminium and/or magnesium-aluminium spinel-type support having active Fe-Mo phases. In addition, the applicant has discovered that the hydrogenation process using Fe and Mo catalysts and/or mixtures thereof surprisingly permits an acid number of 1 mg KOH/g to be reached in crude oils with TAN greater than 4 gm KOH/g, reducing unwanted reactions in the process and prolonging the useful life of the catalyst via the low deposition of metal sulphurs.
B01J 23/84 - Catalysts comprising metals or metal oxides or hydroxides, not provided for in group of the iron group metals or copper combined with metals, oxides or hydroxides provided for in groups with arsenic, antimony, bismuth, vanadium, niobium, tantalum, polonium, chromium, molybdenum, tungsten, manganese, technetium or rhenium
C10G 45/04 - Refining of hydrocarbon oils using hydrogen or hydrogen-generating compounds to eliminate hetero atoms without changing the skeleton of the hydrocarbon involved and without cracking into lower boiling hydrocarbonsHydrofinishing characterised by the catalyst used
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FORMULATIONS OF COLLOIDAL DISPERSION GELS AND SURFACTANTS FOR THE IMPROVED RECOVERY OF PETROLEUM AND METHOD OF OBTAINING THESE FORMULATIONS
The invention relates to formulations of colloidal dispersions and surfactants and to the method of obtaining them, for the recovery of hydrocarbons. The formulation comprises a surfactant system composed of various surfactant families and a colloidal dispersion gel which are obtained from the mixture of polymer and a crosslinker. The formulation can be used in processes in which chemical substances are injected in order to improve the recovery factor in water-injection processes.
C09K 8/592 - Compositions used in combination with generated heat, e.g. by steam injection
C09K 8/588 - Compositions for enhanced recovery methods for obtaining hydrocarbons, i.e. for improving the mobility of the oil, e.g. displacing fluids characterised by the use of specific polymers
C09K 8/584 - Compositions for enhanced recovery methods for obtaining hydrocarbons, i.e. for improving the mobility of the oil, e.g. displacing fluids characterised by the use of specific surfactants
C09K 8/58 - Compositions for enhanced recovery methods for obtaining hydrocarbons, i.e. for improving the mobility of the oil, e.g. displacing fluids
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SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR SEPARATING THE HEAVY PHASE OF HEAVY AND EXTRA-HEAVY CRUDE OILS BY USING A SOLVENT IN SUBCRITICAL CONDITIONS
The invention relates to a system of removing heavy crude oil fractions which can be easily adapted to the fields of heavy crude oil and extra-heavy crude oil production, owing to the simplicity of its steps and equipment, high energy efficiency, solvent recovery and recirculation, reduced operating complexity, and greater cost-benefit ratio in comparison with existing technologies. The method in question enables improved crude oil to be obtained at the production site, which improved crude oil, depending on the load, may be transported with or without the use of diluent, with the content of heavy metals and sulphur being reduced to values of between 40 wt.% and 70 wt.% and between 20 wt.% and 35 wt.%, respectively. In addition, the method enables the API to be increased by more than three degrees and the viscosity to be reduced to approximately 99%. A co-product of this method is a solid hydrocarbon, consisting principally of asphaltenes and resins, the characteristics of which enable it to be used as fuel for generating energy in state of the art equipment. This energy can be used to meet the energy needs of the method to which this invention relates and the associated field of production.
The invention relates to technology for preparing and transporting biphasic solid-liquid mixtures. The solids, which include mineral carbon, coke carbon, and/or asphaltenes, can be transported in the form of a fine dispersion wherein the disperse solids have a particle size of between 30 and 600 micrometers, or as coarse solids having a particle size of higher than 600 micrometers (between 0.5 and 2 cm), water being generally used as the continuous phase.
The present invention relates to a device which can separate, block, divert and inject fluids through a system of multiple pipe couplings. The device blocks the passage of the flow through a sector of the system of pipes and, in turn, prevents the product from leaking into the atmosphere.
The invention relates to a hydrate inhibitor device for a gas-lift oil extraction system. The device uses the geothermal heat of the extracted oil in order to heat the gas to be injected while separating liquids produced from the gas. The device is a combination of a heat exchanger and a separator, comprising a metal vessel (1) through which the gas flows and inner tubing (2) through which the extracted oil flows. The vessel (1) comprises a solenoid valve (4) in the lower part thereof, for extracting the liquids produced (hydrocarbons and water) which are precipitated in the vessel (1). The gas to be injected enters the vessel (1) immediately after the choke (3), while the oil enters the inner tubing (2) after being extracted from the well.
E21B 43/12 - Methods or apparatus for controlling the flow of the obtained fluid to or in wells
E21B 36/00 - Heating, cooling or insulating arrangements for boreholes or wells, e.g. for use in permafrost zones
F28D 1/00 - Heat-exchange apparatus having stationary conduit assemblies for one heat-exchange medium only, the media being in contact with different sides of the conduit wall, in which the other heat-exchange medium is a large body of fluid, e.g. domestic or motor car radiators
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ADDITIVE FOR PROCESSING HYDROCARBONS HAVING A HIGH MOLECULAR WEIGHT AND THE PRODUCTION METHOD THEREOF
The invention relates to an additive to be used in heavy hydrocarbon currents. The composition of said additive is based on two main active compounds respectively consisting of condensed alkylphenol sulfonic acids and aminoalkyl phenols, and additionally a third compound which is a naphthenic base and acts as a hydrogen-donating compound. These three compounds together form a synergic substance which is highly homogeneous and stable at neutral pHs, and mainly enable the asphaltene molecules to be dispersed, preventing the formation of agglomerates of same. Said effect provides many other advantages, such as reducing the operating times in the thermal conversion units, saving energy, and decreasing maintenance and operation costs, inter alia.
C10G 33/04 - De-watering or demulsification of hydrocarbon oils with chemical means
C10G 75/04 - Inhibiting corrosion or fouling in apparatus for treatment or conversion of hydrocarbon oils, in general by addition of antifouling agents
The invention relates to a system for unblocking fluid-transport pipes. The system comprises one or more metering devices (DOE 100) having no moving parts, for introducing obstructing geometric elements (EGOs 300), and one or more geometric element collectors (COE 200), said metering device(s) including: a drum (106) for storing obstructing geometric elements; two intakes having quick-opening covers, one for loading (108) and the other for removing (114) obstructing geometric elements; two eccentric reducers (104 and 110); a main valve (103); seven smaller passage means for loading fluid (102), draining (112 and 113), venting (105); instrumentation means (115 and 116); and a double block and bleed valve for the jet flow (118); a metering neck (101); a loading neck (107); and two bracket-type supporting members (109).
B08B 9/055 - Cleaning the internal surfacesRemoval of blockages using cleaning devices introduced into and moved along the pipes moved along the pipes by a fluid, e.g. by fluid pressure or by suction the cleaning devices conforming to, or being conformable to, substantially the cross-section of the pipes, e.g. pigs or moles
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SMART TOOL FOR DETECTING HOLES, PATCHES AND DENTS IN PIPELINES
The invention relates to an in-line inspection tool designed to detect holes, welds, patches, dents and cracks in liquid and gas pipelines. The tool uses the detection technique of magnetic flux leakage (MFL) and it is propelled through the pipe by the existing flux. Using its internal algorithm, the tool can process the in-line data, i.e. choose the important data that should be seen in the field and determine the location of holes, welds, patches, dents and cracks.
F16L 55/32 - Constructional aspects of the propulsion means, e.g. towed by cables being self-contained
G01M 3/00 - Investigating fluid tightness of structures
G01C 7/06 - Tracing profiles of cavities, e.g. tunnels
G01C 21/16 - NavigationNavigational instruments not provided for in groups by using measurement of speed or acceleration executed aboard the object being navigatedDead reckoning by integrating acceleration or speed, i.e. inertial navigation
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METHOD FOR DEHYDRATING HEAVY CRUDE OIL AND EXTRA-HEAVY CRUDE OIL BY MEANS OF A DILUTION PROCESS
According to the invention, a low-viscosity diluent comprising hydrocarbons of low molecular weight and/or light fractions of oil and combinations of same, is added to heavy crude oil and extra-heavy crude oil with the aim of reducing the percentage of emulsified water. Said diluent, wherein the crude oil is soluble, forms an oily phase in the emulsion with a specific density that is less that that of the water, which facilitates the subsequent separation by gravity of the oil and aqueous phases.
The invention relates to nanoparticulated surfactant formulations allowing heavy hydrocarbons to be transported with more ease. The formulation comprises a nanoparticulated surfactant agent selected from the group consisting of hydrophilic silica or metal nanoparticles or mixtures of same, and a liquid ionic or non-ionic surfactant agent or a mixture of same.
C09K 8/536 - Compositions for preventing, limiting or eliminating depositions, e.g. for cleaning characterised by their form or by the form of their components, e.g. encapsulated material
C09K 8/52 - Compositions for preventing, limiting or eliminating depositions, e.g. for cleaning
C09K 8/584 - Compositions for enhanced recovery methods for obtaining hydrocarbons, i.e. for improving the mobility of the oil, e.g. displacing fluids characterised by the use of specific surfactants
B82Y 30/00 - Nanotechnology for materials or surface science, e.g. nanocomposites
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3D SEISMIC ACQUISITION METHOD WITH SINUSOIDAL GEOMETRY
The present application relates to a 3D VSP terrestrial or marine seismic acquisition method, characterized in that the method comprises the following steps: locating the energy sources by following a sinusoidal geometry; locating the receivers with the geometry of the well by following a sinusoidal geometry; forming the source and receiver lines in accordance with the sinusoidal geometry by forming the study plot with equally spaced sinusoids and with a constant or variable initial phase; initiating seismic waves from the sources, and recording the reflected or converted energy coming from the subsoil in the receivers. The sinusoidal geometry is governed by the following equations: formula (I)
Method for producing renewable diesel in two steps, namely a first step of hydrogenation in which the oil, of vegetable, animal, algal or other triglyceride-rich sources, or mixtures thereof, is totally or partially saturated and a second, hydrotreatment step, in which the product from the hydrogenation step is hydrotreated in order to produce renewable diesel.
The present invention relates to a method and to a novel selective catalyst for preferential production of propylene in ethanol dehydration reactions and to a method in which said catalyst is used. The catalyst is composed of an amorphous component of the alumina, silica or silica/alumina type and a crystalline aluminium silicate of ZSM-5, ZSM-11, ZSM-12, ZSM-23, ZSM-35 and ZSM-48 zeolite type, preferably ZSM-5 with a structural Si/Al ratio in excess of 40. The zeolite is doped with elements from group VIB of the periodic table, such as chromium, molybdenum or tungsten.
C07C 1/20 - Preparation of hydrocarbons from one or more compounds, none of them being a hydrocarbon starting from organic compounds containing only oxygen atoms as hetero atoms
Improved method for obtaining fermentable sugars based on microalgae and macroalgae. The method comprises treating the algal biomass with a mixture of methanol and sulphuric acid at a temperature of between 100 and 200°C and at a pressure of between 101.14 kPa and 303.42 kPa. This treatment breaks down the cell wall, thereby facilitating extraction of carbohydrates and increasing the fermentable-sugar hydrolysis yield.
The present invention relates to a process for producing catalysts used in the process of oligomerization of light olefins, with a view to producing hydrocarbons in the gasoline, diesel and lubricant-base range, and to catalysts obtained by means of said process, which catalysts are based on zeolites with phosphorus incorporated during the synthesis thereof. These novel catalysts improve activity, selectivity and stability whilst having a greater number of strong-acid sites, which is reflected in superior process efficiency and also in enhanced product quality.
The invention relates to a system for generating electrical energy from wind energy, said system being characterized in that the design makes use of small air currents and does not require a large amount of air in order to generate electrical energy or power. This system incorporates two generating technologies designed based on the vertical rotation axis concept, achieving movement that is independent of wind direction. The invention combines two technologies, namely: one based on drag forces, ideal for low speed conditions; and another based on lift force, which is best for high speed work.
The invention relates to a crude oil desanding device, including a cylindrical tank (1) and an intake and separation system (3) that consists of a main duct (4) with the end opposite to the closed supply duct (2), having a series of upper ducts (5) and lower ducts (6) of lesser diameter than said main duct (4). The upper ducts (5) and lower ducts (6) have holes through which solid particles and water flow toward the lower part of the tank (1), where an outlet valve (11) is located, and the desanded crude oil flows toward the upper part of the tank (1) from where same is extracted through another valve (12).
The present application relates to a tool for detecting perforations in hydrocarbon pipelines based on the sensing system thereof. The function of said tool is to pass longitudinally through a pipeline of specific diameter, monitoring the thickness thereof and detecting any hole over the path followed and, in accordance with the data obtained, establishing the distance at which the holes are located, calculated from the starting point, the time at the instant of detection and also the circumferential position and size thereof, all the aforesaid as part of an online process implemented as the tool progresses through the target pipeline. At the end of the run, the information may be downloaded to a computer where it is available for use and for the corresponding decisions concerning integrity.
G06F 19/00 - Digital computing or data processing equipment or methods, specially adapted for specific applications (specially adapted for specific functions G06F 17/00;data processing systems or methods specially adapted for administrative, commercial, financial, managerial, supervisory or forecasting purposes G06Q;healthcare informatics G16H)
G01M 3/00 - Investigating fluid tightness of structures
G01M 3/24 - Investigating fluid tightness of structures by using fluid or vacuum by detecting the presence of fluid at the leakage point using infrasonic, sonic, or ultrasonic vibrations
H01H 19/11 - Movable partsContacts mounted thereon with indexing means
F16L 55/128 - Means for stopping flow in pipes or hoses by introducing into the pipe a member expandable in situ introduced axially into the pipe or hose
H01H 3/50 - Driving mechanisms, i.e. for transmitting driving force to the contacts with indexing or locating means, e.g. indexing by ball and spring
The present invention relates to a combined system for the treatment of waste water having the objective of eliminating phenols, organic compounds and reducing toxicity such as to be harmless for discharge into the environment or use as irrigation water. The system comprises an oxidation and bioremediation pond, aerators and atomisers, wherein is realised the process of biodegradation of phenols whilst eliminating organic contaminants causing toxicity by means of photolysis.
The invention relates to a system for the dehydration and desalination of hydrocarbons, comprising: a tank (1); a water column (2); a distributor (3) for the hydrocarbon to be treated, located in the lower part of the tank; and a pump (4), characterised in that the height of the water column is between 50% and 95% of the total height of the tank. The system of the invention is very versatile, can be adapted to any traditional dehydration tank and is highly efficient in terms of separation speed compared with sedimentation processes, thereby obtaining a reduction of between 30% and 90% in the residence time required to obtain efficiency values above 90% and between 0.1% and 1% BSW in the crude, low operating and installation costs, and minimum use of additives.
The invention relates to the catalytic cracking process used to obtain a larger quantity of light cycle oil (LCO) from heavy petroleum residues, such as deasphalted vacuum bottoms known as DMO oils.
C10G 69/04 - Treatment of hydrocarbon oils by at least one hydrotreatment process and at least one other conversion process plural serial stages only including at least one step of catalytic cracking in the absence of hydrogen
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PROCESS FOR THE HYDROTREATMENT OF HEAVY PETROLEUM FRACTIONS MIXED WITH VEGETABLE OIL
The present invention relates to the hydrotreatment (HDT) of heavy petroleum fractions employing for such purpose hydrotreatment plants normally utilised in petroleum refineries. Specifically, the present application relates to coprocessing heavy petroleum fractions with natural oils of organic origin. The process described in the present invention permits coprocessing natural oil of organic origin together with heavy derivatives from the refining process, and subsequent recuperation of the greater part of the fuel for engines from the organic oil hydrotreated separately from the remainder of the products, employing the same equipment for hydrotreatment of the heavy fractions.
C10G 45/08 - Refining of hydrocarbon oils using hydrogen or hydrogen-generating compounds to eliminate hetero atoms without changing the skeleton of the hydrocarbon involved and without cracking into lower boiling hydrocarbonsHydrofinishing characterised by the catalyst used containing nickel or cobalt metal, or compounds thereof in combination with chromium, molybdenum, or tungsten metals, or compounds thereof
38.
Method for the well-head treatment of heavy and extra-heavy crudes in order to improve the transport conditions thereof
The invention relates to a method for the dehydration of, and in-line removal of asphaltenes from, heavy and extra-heavy crudes. The method is performed at the well head at pressures of between 414 and 689 KPa and temperatures of between 60 and 100° C. and includes two phases, namely a dehydration phase and a deasphalting phase. The first phase includes the addition of solvent, removal of free water, heating, addition of emulsion breakers and settling for removal of emulsified water. The asphaltenes are extracted in the second phase. Said phase comprises the use of low-force in-line static mixers and contactors having a specific design and a sedimentation device with specific internal arrangements for separation. The recovered solvent is recirculated into the method, the improved crude is separated and the asphaltenes are used as fuel for cogeneration which supplies the energy requirements for production and the improvement method.
The present application relates to a tool for detecting perforations in hydrocarbon pipelines based on the sensing system thereof. The function of said tool is to pass longitudinally through a pipeline of specific diameter, monitoring the thickness thereof and detecting any hole over the path followed and, in accordance with the data obtained, establishing the distance at which the holes are located, calculated from the starting point, the time at the instant of detection and also the circumferential position and size thereof, all the aforesaid as part of an online process implemented as the tool progresses through the target pipeline. At the end of the run, the information may be downloaded to a computer where it is available for use and for the corresponding decisions concerning integrity.
G01N 27/82 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of electric, electrochemical, or magnetic means by investigating magnetic variables for investigating the presence of flaws
F17D 5/02 - Preventing, monitoring, or locating loss
G01M 3/00 - Investigating fluid tightness of structures
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IN-LINE METHOD FOR PRODUCING A PIPELINE-CLEANING AND INTERFACE-SEPARATING GEL
The present invention relates to a method for preparing and injecting, in-line, a biodegradable organic gel that incorporates, by means of static mixers, two streams of solutions on the basis of a predetermined proportion and that injects said streams simultaneously into a pipeline for conveying hydrocarbons or another type of fluid. The rheological properties of the gel described herein allow a dual function: interface separation and pipeline cleaning.
The present application relates to a method for the production of an additive that enhances the selectivity of a solvent in a liquid/liquid extraction process, which comprises the following steps: a. in a reactor, mixing between 18 and 27 vol% of phenolic extracts, between 47.4 and 71 vol% of the petroleum derivative extracted by straight distillation, and between 1.6 to 2.4 vol% of concentrated sulphuric acid, between 80 and 100% by weight, using constant stirring; b. heating the mixture to temperatures between 80°C and 100°C for three to five hours; c. cooling to ambient temperature; d. adding between 2.6 and 3.87 vol% of concentrated sulphuric acid, between 80% and 100% (4); e. raising the temperature to between 35°C and 50°C, stirring for a period of one hour to one and a half hours; and f. interrupting heating, and cooling to ambient temperature.
C10G 21/00 - Refining of hydrocarbon oils, in the absence of hydrogen, by extraction with selective solvents
C07C 7/10 - Purification, separation or stabilisation of hydrocarbonsUse of additives by extraction, i.e. purification or separation of liquid hydrocarbons with the aid of liquids
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SELF-SEALING DRAINING UNIT FOR SEPARATING IMMISCIBLE FLUIDS OF DIFFERENT DENSITIES
The present invention relates to a self-sealing draining unit for separating immiscible fluids of different densities, amongst which are water and hydrocarbons, requiring minimal human supervision of the hydrocarbon-storage tanks and with greater efficiency, which reduces the loss of valuable liquid. The drainage unit is characterized in that it comprises an outer cylinder (1), an inlet nozzle (2), an outlet nozzle (3), an upper seal (4a), a lower seal (4b), float guides (5a and 5b), an upper float (6a) and a lower float (6b), a cover (8), drains (13a and 13b), an upper flotation chamber (15a), a lower flotation chamber (15b) and a flow-regulation chamber (17).
F16K 31/22 - Operating meansReleasing devices actuated by fluid actuated by a float actuating a lift valve with the float rigidly connected to the valve
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BUBBLE-GENERATION SYSTEM IMMERSED IN A LIQUID-PROCESSING TANK
The system of the invention comprises a tank (1) where there is contact between the gaseous phase and the liquid phase, a device (2) for distributing liquid to be treated located in the lower half of the tank, a device (3) for distributing gas-saturated liquid placed in the lower half of the tank and connected to a pump (4) for providing pressurized fluid, preferably recirculating the fluid contained in the tank, a gas reservoir (5) immersed in the bottom of the tank, which contains gas originating from the gas chamber (6) of the tank and which provides said gas by means of a series of flexible tubes (7) to a series of venturi-type injectors (8) located on the device (3) for distributing liquid.
B67D 7/28 - Arrangements of devices for controlling, indicating, metering or registering quantity or price of liquid transferred with automatic means for reducing or intermittently interrupting flow before completion of delivery, e.g. to produce dribble feed
G01P 5/14 - Measuring speed of fluids, e.g. of air streamMeasuring speed of bodies relative to fluids, e.g. of ship, of aircraft by measuring differences of pressure in the fluid
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METHOD FOR TREATING WASTE SODAS AND THE PRODUCT OBTAINED IN SAID METHOD
The present invention relates to a method for treating caustic effluent with a high concentration of hazardous and toxic compounds, such as aromatic substances originating from sour hydrocarbon sweetening processes and waste sodas originating from the treatment of hydrocarbons, gasolines and refined products. The method comprises separating out suspended solids, neutralizing the caustic stream and separating the organic phase from the aqueous phase. In addition, gases produced in the course of neutralization and intensive (multi-stage) liquid/liquid extraction are separated out from those remaining organic components that are still soluble in the aqueous phase.
The present application relates to a method for obtaining solid paraffins from vegetable oils and/or animal fats, which is characterized in that the organic oil is preheated to a temperature of between 50 and 100°C in order to render the oil fluid and for it to be possible to transfer the oil to steps downstream in the method. The oil and the hydrogen are mixed in the pipeline and passed via a furnace in order to be heated to the desired reaction temperature. Inside the reactor, the hydrogen reacts with the oil at the active sites of the catalyst at pressures of between 2 and 11 MPa and temperatures of between 150°C and 330°C, with an hourly space velocity of between 0.2 and 6 h-1. The catalyst used is of fixed-bed type, composed of molybdenum and nickel oxides supported on alumina that have previously been sulphurized in order to be activated. The hydrotreated product exits via the lower part of the reactor and passes to a level separator.
C07C 9/22 - Acyclic saturated hydrocarbons with more than fifteen carbon atoms
C10G 3/00 - Production of liquid hydrocarbon mixtures from oxygen-containing organic materials, e.g. fatty oils, fatty acids
C10G 45/00 - Refining of hydrocarbon oils using hydrogen or hydrogen-generating compounds
C10G 49/00 - Treatment of hydrocarbon oils, in the presence of hydrogen or hydrogen-generating compounds, not provided for in a single one of groups , , , , or
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METHOD FOR OBTAINING DIESEL FROM VEGETABLE OR ANIMAL OILS BY MEANS OF HYDROPROCESSING WITH REDUCED RESIDENCE TIMES AND RESULTING PRODUCTS
The invention relates to a method for obtaining diesel fuel from vegetable or animal oils through the addition of hydrogen in the presence of catalysts under suitable temperature and pressure conditions. The method is different from other similar methods in that it involves the use of space velocities of between 5.1 h-1 and 9 h-1, thereby enabling a reduction in the size of the reactor and in hydrogen consumption, as well as lowering construction and operating costs. The invention also relates to the products obtained using said method, which have demonstrated that in additions, even below 10%, they improve the performance of diesel engines, thereby lowering fuel consumption.
C10G 45/08 - Refining of hydrocarbon oils using hydrogen or hydrogen-generating compounds to eliminate hetero atoms without changing the skeleton of the hydrocarbon involved and without cracking into lower boiling hydrocarbonsHydrofinishing characterised by the catalyst used containing nickel or cobalt metal, or compounds thereof in combination with chromium, molybdenum, or tungsten metals, or compounds thereof
C10G 49/04 - Treatment of hydrocarbon oils, in the presence of hydrogen or hydrogen-generating compounds, not provided for in a single one of groups , , , , or characterised by the catalyst used containing nickel, cobalt, chromium, molybdenum, or tungsten metals, or compounds thereof
C10G 3/00 - Production of liquid hydrocarbon mixtures from oxygen-containing organic materials, e.g. fatty oils, fatty acids
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METHOD FOR THE FLUIDISATION OF SEDIMENT AND THE RECOVERY OF HYDROCARBONS FROM HYDROCARBON STORAGE TANKS
The invention relates to a method for the fluidisation of sediment and the recovery of hydrocarbons from hydrocarbon storage tanks. The method comprises the following steps: diagnosis and definition of the detection process, measurement and characterisation of the sediment or oily sludge, adaptation or installation of the fluidisation system, fluidisation by means of agitation, and hydrocarbon recovery. During the adaptation or installation step, the direction of the agitators is varied if the tank includes such elements or a fluidisation system is installed in the manhole of the tank. The system includes a manhole cover (1), the outer surface of which is designed to receive a manifold (3) connected to a pump (4), which recirculates the product through the manhole. Said manifold is coupled to the manhole cover (1) by means of flanges (5a, 5b) and includes three pipes connected to three independent valves (2) and, on the inner surface thereof, one or more nozzle tubes (6) coupled to a nozzle (7) by means of flanges.
B08B 9/093 - Cleaning of containers, e.g. tanks by the force of jets or sprays
C10G 1/00 - Production of liquid hydrocarbon mixtures from oil shale, oil-sand, or non-melting solid carbonaceous or similar materials, e.g. wood, coal
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METHOD FOR THE WELL-HEAD TREATMENT OF HEAVY AND EXTRA-HEAVY CRUDES IN ORDER TO IMPROVE THE TRANSPORT CONDITIONS THEREOF
The invention relates to a method for the dehydration of, and in-line removal of asphaltenes from, heavy and extra-heavy crudes. The method is performed at the well head at pressures of between 414 and 689 KPa and temperatures of between 60 and 100°C and includes two phases, namely a dehydration phase and a deasphalting phase. The first phase includes the addition of solvent, removal of free water, heating, addition of emulsion breakers and settling for removal of emulsified water. The asphaltenes are extracted in the second phase. Said phase comprises the use of low-force in-line static mixers and contactors having a specific design and a sedimentation device with specific internal arrangements for separation. The recovered solvent is recirculated into the method, the improved crude is separated and the asphaltenes are used as fuel for cogeneration which supplies the energy requirements for production and the improvement method.
04 - Industrial oils and greases; lubricants; fuels
36 - Financial, insurance and real estate services
Goods & Services
Industrial oils and greases; lubricants; dust absorbing, wetting and binding compositions; fuels (including motor spirit) and illuminants; candles and wicks for lighting. Financial information, financial affairs, monetary affairs, securities brokerage and in particular direct or indirect ownership of stocks and shares in properties that keep records, securities clearing and settlement and secondary markets, services of holding companies, services of investment trusts.
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VANADIUM TRAPS FOR CATALYTIC CRACKING PROCESSES AND PREPARATION THEREOF
The invention relates to chemical compositions that can be used for hydrocarbon catalytic cracking processes with vanadium as a contaminant, including an active phase formed by different pyrophosphates M2P2O7 (M= Ba or Ca) supported on a mixture of magnesium and aluminium oxide, preferably magnesium aluminate in the spinel phase. The composition captures the metals originating from the charge, particularly vanadium, and thus protects the catalyst. Said composition is preferably used in the form of a separated particle in order to the control the addition thereof to the unit according to the metal content of the charge. The invention also relates to the method for preparing said composition, including synthesis of pyrophosphates, formation of a suspension of boehmite alumina, magnesium oxide or magnesium hydroxide, together with oxides M2P2O7, spray drying and calcination of the microspheres without generating any loss in the crystalline structure of oxides M2P2O7.
This invention relates to a manual tool for safely removing undesired shunts, connected illegally and controlled by means of locking valves in fluid transport pipes (especially petroleum and derivatives thereof) and with pressures present of up to 690 kPa (100 psi). The tool as per the present invention is formed by a handle, a handle shaft, a packing gland, a main body, a draining valve, and a gauge adapter or plug of wood, which is inserted by friction in the perforation to be blocked, forming a temporary seal therein while a definitive metal patch is fitted and soldered to the pipe. The invention also includes the method for safe removal of valves fitted to fluid pipes with said tool.
The invention relates to additives which, when mixed with petroleum-derived oils, act as anti-gumming, anti-fouling and asphaltene dispersants. The inventive additives are characterised in that they contain condensed sulphonic alkyl cresyl acids, activity enhancers and a naphthenic base. Preferably, said additives are synthesised from refinery streams without any pre-treatment and they do not require separation and concentration steps after each reaction. The invention also relates to the process used to produce the condensed sulphonic alkyl cresyl acids.
C08L 95/00 - Compositions of bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
C10G 33/04 - De-watering or demulsification of hydrocarbon oils with chemical means
C10G 75/04 - Inhibiting corrosion or fouling in apparatus for treatment or conversion of hydrocarbon oils, in general by addition of antifouling agents
C07C 309/42 - Sulfonic acids having sulfo groups bound to carbon atoms of six-membered aromatic rings of a carbon skeleton containing singly-bound oxygen atoms bound to the carbon skeleton having the sulfo groups bound to carbon atoms of non-condensed six-membered aromatic rings
C10L 1/24 - Organic compounds containing sulfur, selenium or tellurium
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DOSING DEVICE AND PROCEDURE FOR PLUGGING BRANCHES IN FLUID TRANSPORT CONDUITS BASED ON SAID EQUIPMENT
The present invention relates to a device and a process for reducing losses of fluid in transport conduits, caused by the installation of branches connected directly to conduits. The process comprises injecting in the current of the fluid geometric elements of diverse materials and forms, in particular spheres, with densities similar to that of the fluid, by means of a special doser; the circulation of said elements through the fluid, and because of hydraulic effects, the obstruction of the branches preventing or hindering extraction of the product; and recovery of the geometric elements at the end of the conduit by using a filter as a trap.
The invention relates to a method for preparing a chemical composition obtained by co-impregnating water-soluble salts Ba/Mg and phosphoric acid H3PO4 on boehmite alumina which has been calcined in the presence of water vapour. Said chemical composition is used as an additive in the catalytic cracking process in order to capture metals originating from the charge, particularly vanadium, in the presence of SO2 and thus to protect the activity and selectivity of the catalytic cracking catalyst.
The invention relates to an asphaltene stabilisation and anti-coking additive containing condensed cresol alkyl amine, a surfactant and a hydrogen donor compound. Optionally, the additive contains condensed sulphonic alkylphenyl acids. Preferably, said additives are synthesised from refinery streams without any pre-treatment and they do not require separation and concentration steps after each reaction. The invention also relates to the process used to produce the condensed cresol alkyl amine.
C08L 95/00 - Compositions of bituminous materials, e.g. asphalt, tar or pitch
C10G 33/04 - De-watering or demulsification of hydrocarbon oils with chemical means
C10G 75/04 - Inhibiting corrosion or fouling in apparatus for treatment or conversion of hydrocarbon oils, in general by addition of antifouling agents
C07C 215/50 - Compounds containing amino and hydroxy groups bound to the same carbon skeleton having hydroxy groups bound to carbon atoms of at least one six-membered aromatic ring and amino groups bound to acyclic carbon atoms or to carbon atoms of rings other than six-membered aromatic rings of the same carbon skeleton with amino groups linked to the six-membered aromatic ring, or to the condensed ring system containing that ring, by carbon chains not further substituted by hydroxy groups with amino groups and the six-membered aromatic ring, or the condensed ring system containing that ring, bound to the same carbon atom of the carbon chain
04 - Industrial oils and greases; lubricants; fuels
Goods & Services
Crude oil, gasoline, industrial oil lubricant and grease, fuel for lighting, namely, kerosene [, Lamp wicks, Wicks for Candles, Wicks for candles for lighting, Wicks for oil lamps ]
