Real time crude oil validation swept source spectroscopy
US11204316B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 23, 2020 |
| Grant date | Dec 21, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 23, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01N2021/8416
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A system of spectroscopic devices deployed amongst the fluid infrastructure of hydrocarbon fluids are described herein. The devices provide early visibility into the characteristics of those fluids which inform and educate downstream parties of the potential value of the fluid, or the opportunity to reblend or redirect the fluid to optimize the formulization. By allowing downstream parties to determine the quality and quantity of refined products at an early stage, they are better able to determine the true value of the fluid. The data from the distributed network of spectroscopic analyzers provides valuation information that can be used to make more informed purchasing decisions or allow processors to create blends that optimize the efficiency of refining operations.
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