Engineered Materials
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Ethylene catalyst for manufacturing, shale gas developed
North Carolina State University researchers engineered a catalyst that can more efficiently convert ethane into ethylene, which is used in a variety of manufacturing processes including plastics and shale gas.
Technology provides greater insight into produced water
Multiphase fraction and conductivity meter offers a commercially viable alternative to traditional well testing
Eliminate arc flash hazards upfront
Safe work practices and PPE has significantly decreased U.S. workplace electrical fatalities.
Microscopic saltwater droplets enhance oil recovery
Rice University researchers have found microscopic saltwater droplets emulsify crude oil when each has the right composition, which can enhance oil recovery.
Overcoming small organic barriers could reap larger oil recoveries in shale reservoirs
Texas A&M University researchers have found the presence of kerogen plays a vital role in how easily carbon dioxide can travel through shale reservoirs, which could help oil and gas companies reap larger oil recoveries.
Short timeline for automation infrastructure
System integrator assembled a diverse collection of technologies to meet an aggressive schedule.
Swimming robots used for oil and gas operations
Simcoa used ABB’s submersible inspection robot service, TXplore, to perform an internal inspection for one of their power transformers that was leaking oil.
Pumps that thrive under pressure
The evolution of hydraulic transmission technology in the pressure pumping market.
Superhydrophobic coating developed for offshore drilling pipes
The Southwest Research Institute's (SwRI) LotusFlo, is a superhydrophobic coating to keep offshore drilling pipes from being clogged by various substances.