Description
Pipelines: Emerging Technologies and Design Criteria, the latest release in the Sustainable Oil and Gas Development series, delivers the tools needed to understand more environmentally-friendly design, construction and maintenance of oil and gas pipelines. Designed to introduce ideal solutions and current state-of-the-art practices, the reference includes guidelines on environmental impact assessment and sustainable route design as well as the sustainability of additives and power systems. Material selection, real-time processing of smart well data and remote sensing are also discussed.Rounded out with inspection tools and emerging technology such as novel corrosion protection, this book gives pipeline engineers a guide on safer alternatives and upcoming guidelines in the race to reduce emissions.- Provides insights to more environmentally-friendly protocols for material selection, construction and integrity- Helps readers determine more accurate protection plans and learn the latest techniques, including nanotechnology and sustainable hydrate and wax mitigation- Presents valuable insights from a well-known author with extensive experience in both academia and industry
Table of Contents
1. Introduction2. Pipeline Route Selection and Geotechnical Guidelines3. Liquid Flow and Pumps4. Natural Gas Transmission5. Material Selection and Quality Management6. Pipeline Construction 6.1 Introduction7. Pipeline Protection and Integrity8. Specialty Fluid Transmission9. Emerging Technology10. Conclusions
