Microwave separation of persistent oil emulsions

Abstract

At present, the development of more effective methods for preparing such oils requires special attention due to the growing share of hard-to-extract high-viscous hydrocarbon reserves. The study examined the effectiveness of the thermochemical method and the method combining microwave radiation intended to separate high-viscous emulsions resulting from the thermal methods to increase oil recovery. The results of the research justify the need to use a complex impact aimed at separating persistent oil emulsions.