Investigation of CO2 phase behavior in flowlines for CCS processes

Carbon capture and sequestration (CCS) is a practical solution for reducing the overall green house gas (GHG) emission and environmental footprint of the civilization. The CoFlow simulation software developed by CMG is one of the only tools available for predicting the performance of the CCS applications. Generally, there are technical challenges and prediction deficiencies associated with processes involving injection of high-pressure CO2. These include sudden phase changes effecting the pressure profiles in the process, vaporization of liquified CO2 causing solid formation which may result in significant risk. The objective of this process is to improve the flow and pressure prediction which enables the engineer to operate the process at optimized conditions while minimizing the hazards and potential downtimes.

Faculty Supervisor:

Sudarshan Raj Mehta

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Partner:

Computer Modelling Group Ltd

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

University of Calgary

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