Modifying the filtration properties of water-based Drilling fluids using extracted virgin olive cellule
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2024
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جامعة سبها
Abstract
This study explores the potential of cellulose extracted from olive kernels (OKC) and
olive pomace (OPC) as a modifier for drilling fluid properties. The cellulose, when
integrated into real drilling fluid, exhibited minimal impact on pH levels and density
across various concentrations. Plastic viscosity peaked at 0.1% and 0.25%, indicating
potential overload points. Yield strength fluctuations correlated with changes in
viscosity, impacting system performance.
Increasing cellulose concentration in bentonite resulted in elevated salinity level , thus
the optimal filtration efficiency was achieved at 0.025% cellulose concentration from
Olive kernels Overall, cellulose from olive in both samples ( kernels & pomace )
showcased promising potential in enhancing drilling fluid performance, controlling
circulation loss, and modifying the mud filtration cake, thus serving as a viable
alternative to CMC.