Published 1982 | Version v1
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Nuclear-generated steam for heavy-oil recovery

Creators

  • 1. GEC Energy Systems Ltd. (UK)
  • 2. Foster Wheeler Power Products Ltd., London (UK)
  • 3. Taylor Woodrow Construction Ltd., Southall (UK)
  • 4. Intercomp Resource Development and Engineering Ltd. (UK)

Description

The suitability of the gas-cooled nuclear reactor for the generation of injection steam is examined, and it is shown that the oilfield requirements can be met with minor changes to proven reactor designs. The economic potential is examined, using a project model for a central nuclear steam generator in a typical oilfield. The results demonstrate a large increase in oilfield earnings potential. (author)

Additional details

Publishing Information

Journal Title
GEC J. Sci. Technol.
Journal Volume
48
Journal Issue
1
Series
GEC J. Sci. Technol.
Journal Page Range
11-16

INIS

Country of Publication
United Kingdom
Country of Input or Organization
United Kingdom
INIS RN
13715015
Subject category
S21: SPECIFIC NUCLEAR REACTORS AND ASSOCIATED PLANTS;
Descriptors DEI
MAGNOX TYPE REACTORS; PETROLEUM; PROCESS HEAT REACTORS; STEAM; STEAM GENERATORS
Descriptors DEC
BOILERS; ENERGY SOURCES; FOSSIL FUELS; FUELS; NATURAL URANIUM REACTORS; POWER REACTORS; REACTORS; VAPOR GENERATORS