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Shengqun Wang1, Jianjun Liu, Liyan Zhang

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Colloidal interactions between asphaltene surfaces were measured using atomic force microscopy. Solvent quality, controlled by heptol mixtures, dictates forces, influencing asphaltene aggregation and precipitation in crude oils.

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Area of Science:

  • Colloid and Surface Science
  • Petroleum Chemistry
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Asphaltenes are complex organic molecules found in crude oil.
  • Understanding asphaltene behavior is crucial for preventing pipeline blockages and optimizing oil recovery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate colloidal interactions between asphaltene surfaces in heptol mixtures.
  • To determine the influence of solvent composition on asphaltene-asphaltene forces.

Main Methods:

  • Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) for colloidal force measurements.
  • Langmuir-Blodgett upstroke technique for asphaltene deposition.
  • Systematic variation of toluene/heptane ratios in heptol solvent.

Main Results:

  • Solvent quality significantly alters asphaltene interaction forces.
  • Pure toluene exhibits steric repulsion, explained by polymer brush theory.
  • Decreasing toluene content leads to attraction, attributed to van der Waals forces, promoting aggregation.

Conclusions:

  • Solvent composition is a key factor in controlling asphaltene colloidal interactions.
  • Van der Waals forces in n-heptane promote asphaltene aggregation and precipitation.
  • Findings provide insights into asphaltene behavior in crude oil systems.