Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Fiber Reinforced Concrete01:22

Fiber Reinforced Concrete

173
Fiber-reinforced concrete significantly enhances the structural and nonstructural properties of traditional concrete by incorporating fibers like steel, glass, and polymers. These fibers, varying from natural ones such as sisal and cellulose to manufactured ones like polypropylene and Kevlar, are mixed into hydraulic cement with aggregates. Steel fibers, often preferred for their robustness, contribute to improved ductility, toughness, and post-cracking performance. The concrete is classified...
173
Types of Fluids01:27

Types of Fluids

582
Fluids can be classified into Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids based on their response to shear stress. Newtonian fluids have a linear relationship between shear stress and the shear strain rate, following Newton's law of viscosity. Their viscosity remains constant regardless of the shear rate, making their behavior predictable and easier to analyze. Common examples include water, air, oil, and gasoline.
In contrast, non-Newtonian fluids do not follow Newton's law of viscosity, and...
582
Characteristics of Fluids01:20

Characteristics of Fluids

6.7K
When a force is applied parallel to the top surface of a solid, it resists the applied force due to the internal frictional forces between the layers of the solid known as shearing resistance. However, when the force is removed, the shearing forces restore the original shape of the solid. Other deformation forces also cause temporary changes in shape if the forces are not beyond a threshold magnitude. Solids tend to retain their shape, making the study of their rest and motion easier. Beyond...
6.7K
Characteristics of Fluids01:31

Characteristics of Fluids

755
Fluids differ from solids primarily in their molecular structure and stress response. Solids have tightly packed molecules with strong intermolecular forces, maintaining their shape and resisting deformation. In contrast, fluids have molecules spaced farther apart with weaker forces, allowing them to flow and deform easily.
Fluids, which include both liquids and gases, are substances that deform continuously under shearing stress. For example, water and oil are liquids with molecules that can...
755

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Corrosion Degree Evaluation of Polymer Anti-Corrosive Oil Well Cement under an Acidic Geological Environment Using an Artificial Neural Network.

Polymers·2023
Same author

The Effect of Polymer Elastic Particles Modified with Nano-Silica on the Mechanical Properties of Oil Well Cement-Based Composite Materials.

Polymers·2023
Same author

Controlling Charge Transport in Molecular Wires through Transannular <i>π-π</i> Interaction.

Materials (Basel, Switzerland)·2022
Same author

Study on an Epoxy Resin System Used to Improve the Elasticity of Oil-Well Cement-Based Composites.

Materials (Basel, Switzerland)·2022
Same author

Synergistic Effect of Polyaspartate and Polyethylene Glycol on Lubrication Performance of the Water-Based Drilling Mud.

ACS omega·2021
Same author

A Novel Amphoteric Polymer as a Rheology Enhancer and Fluid-Loss Control Agent for Water-Based Drilling Muds at Elevated Temperatures.

ACS omega·2020

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Oct 28, 2025

Microfluidic Fabrication of Polymeric and Biohybrid Fibers with Predesigned Size and Shape
07:38

Microfluidic Fabrication of Polymeric and Biohybrid Fibers with Predesigned Size and Shape

Published on: January 8, 2014

8.7K

Effect of Fiber on Rheological Properties and Flow Behavior of Polymer Completion Fluids.

Lei Pu1, Peng Xu1,2, Mingbiao Xu1,2

  • 1School of Petroleum Engineering, Yangtze University, Wuhan 430100, China.

ACS Omega
|July 19, 2021
PubMed
Summary

This study investigates how different fibers (carbon, bamboo, polypropylene, polyester) impact completion fluid rheology and pore flow. Carbon and polypropylene fibers showed best dispersion, enhancing fluid properties and plugging capacity.

More Related Videos

Challenges in Rheological Characterization of Highly Concentrated Suspensions &#8212; A Case Study for Screen-printing Silver Pastes
08:42

Challenges in Rheological Characterization of Highly Concentrated Suspensions — A Case Study for Screen-printing Silver Pastes

Published on: April 10, 2017

20.2K
Studying Large Amplitude Oscillatory Shear Response of Soft Materials
06:07

Studying Large Amplitude Oscillatory Shear Response of Soft Materials

Published on: April 25, 2019

13.1K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Oct 28, 2025

Microfluidic Fabrication of Polymeric and Biohybrid Fibers with Predesigned Size and Shape
07:38

Microfluidic Fabrication of Polymeric and Biohybrid Fibers with Predesigned Size and Shape

Published on: January 8, 2014

8.7K
Challenges in Rheological Characterization of Highly Concentrated Suspensions &#8212; A Case Study for Screen-printing Silver Pastes
08:42

Challenges in Rheological Characterization of Highly Concentrated Suspensions — A Case Study for Screen-printing Silver Pastes

Published on: April 10, 2017

20.2K
Studying Large Amplitude Oscillatory Shear Response of Soft Materials
06:07

Studying Large Amplitude Oscillatory Shear Response of Soft Materials

Published on: April 25, 2019

13.1K

Area of Science:

  • Petroleum Engineering
  • Materials Science
  • Rheology

Background:

  • Fibers enhance completion fluid rheology and plugging quality, reducing reservoir damage.
  • Limited research exists on fiber influence on completion fluid rheology and pore flow behavior.
  • Plant, mineral, and synthetic fibers are potential candidates for completion fluid additives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effect of fiber type (carbon, bamboo, polypropylene, polyester), concentration, temperature, and shear rate on polymer solution rheological properties.
  • To analyze the flow behavior of fiber suspensions in porous media.
  • To determine the optimal fiber for improving completion fluid performance and reservoir plugging.

Main Methods:

  • Microscopic and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) for fiber dispersion analysis.
  • OFITE 900 rheological tester to measure rheological properties.
  • Herschel-Bulkley model fitting to characterize fluid behavior.

Main Results:

  • Polypropylene and carbon fibers exhibited superior dispersion in polymer solutions.
  • Increased fiber concentration amplified the impact on rheological properties.
  • Carbon fiber showed the most significant influence on rheological properties compared to other fibers.
  • Temperature below 70°C had minimal effect; above 70°C, carbon and polypropylene fibers increased viscosity.
  • Carbon fiber suspensions promoted transition to laminar flow, enhancing plugging capacity.

Conclusions:

  • Fiber type and concentration are critical factors influencing completion fluid rheology.
  • Carbon and polypropylene fibers are promising for enhancing completion fluid performance.
  • Carbon fiber suspensions improve pore plugging efficiency by facilitating laminar flow.