What is it about?
This article explores how to place microwave sensors in a specialized flowmeter called a Venturi multiphase flowmeter. This device measures a mixture of oil, gas, and water flowing through a pipeline in real time. The sensor's placement is crucial because it affects the accuracy of the flowmeter's flow readings.
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Why is it important?
In oil and gas production, knowing the exact flow of oil, gas, and water in pipelines is crucial for safety, efficiency, and cost control. If sensors are installed in the wrong location, readings can be erroneous, leading to poor decisions and wasted resources. Correct placement improves accuracy and reliability without adding additional equipment.
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Industry Impact: Better sensor placement means more accurate monitoring, helping optimize production and reduce errors. Technical Insight: This research reveals how fluid behavior interacts with sensor signals, providing guidance for engineers to improve designs. Future Work: This research could lead to the development of smarter flow meters that can automatically adjust sensor placement or use advanced algorithms to improve accuracy.
Professor Jian-Jun SHU
Nanyang Technological University
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This page is a summary of: Microwave probe sensing location for Venturi-based real-time multiphase flowmeter, Journal of Petroleum Science and Engineering, November 2022, Elsevier,
DOI: 10.1016/j.petrol.2022.111027.
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