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Carbon dioxide viscosification by polyolefins

US11859127B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 9, 2023
Grant dateJan 2, 2024
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Expiry dateAug 9, 2043

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02P90/70
  • WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A composition including a major amount of carbon dioxide and at least one branched polyolefin polymer is described, as well as methods of making and using the composition, such as in increasing the viscosity of carbon dioxide for use in carbon sequestration and/or enhanced oil recovery.

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