Phase Behavior of Petroleum Reservoir Fluids

Phase Behavior of Petroleum Reservoir Fluids, 3rd Edition, introduces industry-standard methods for modeling the phase behavior of petroleum reservoir fluids across different process stages. Authored by Karen Schou Pedersen, Peter Lindskou Christensen, and Jawad Azeem Shaikh, this book establishes thermodynamic principles required to analyze hydrocarbon behavior under changing subsurface and surface conditions.

The text examines initial sampling procedures, quality control methods, and compositional analyses alongside equation of state models to calculate pressure-volume-temperature properties. Dedicated coverage details C7+ characterization, flash and phase envelope calculations, regression to experimental pressure-volume-temperature data, thermal properties, and transport properties. Additional sections explore specific operational challenges, including wax formation and gas hydrates.

By combining predictive modeling techniques with laboratory evaluation methods, the volume is intended to offer engineers working in the energy sector a solid understanding of fluid phase behavior in petroleum reservoirs. This technical approach supports ongoing fluid property estimation, field development planning, and reservoir analysis.