The combination of global warming and peak oil has made finding alternative sources of energy more important than ever. Written in an easy-to-read format, Oil Sands Production Processes provide the reader with an understandable overview of the chemistry, engineering, and technology of oil sands. The various chapters have been written to include the latest developments in the oil sands industry, including evolving and new processes as well as the various environmental regulations. Overview of the chemistry, engineering, and technology of oil sands Updates on the evolving processes and new processes Evolving and new environmental regulations regarding oil sands production processes INDICE: Oil Characteristics Surface Mining and Processing Surface Mining Water Extraction Process Solvent Extraction Processes Thermal Cracking In Situ Processes Cyclic Steam Stimulation and Related Methods
- ISBN: 978-0-12-404572-9
- Editorial: Gulf Professional Publishing
- Encuadernacion: Rústica
- Páginas: 188
- Fecha Publicación: 23/10/2012
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés