Method for introducing drag reducers into hydrocarbon transportation systems
US7287540B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 27, 2004 |
| Grant date | Oct 30, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 1, 2024 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/87652
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Disclosed is a method of reducing drag in a fluid stream. The method includes admixing the components of a drag reducer to form an incipient drag reducer and injecting the incipient drag reducer into the fluid stream wherein the drag reducer components are admixed at the site of the fluid stream.
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