Laboratory researches on deep fluid diversion agent with high strength and retarding swelling characteristics

Abstract

Macromolecule networks were introduced into the networks of normal sopping swelling materials by redesigning the materials molecule structure, and thus forming materials with the characteristics of retarding swelling, high strength and the structure of interpenetrating networks. The microscopic structure of the materials was analyzed by TEM and SEM, and the homogeneous structure of interpenetrating networks was observed from TEM and SEM images. Its static water absorption performance and mechanical performance after water absorption indicate that the total swelling time of the retarding swelling particles, which can be suspended and dispersed in water, is more than 20 days. After swelling, the modulus of elasticity (G′) of the sample is over 104 Pa, higher than that of the general swellable particle diversion agent. The excellent deep part injection and plugging performances were confirmed by physical simulation experiments. These performances overcome the shortcomings of quick swelling, low strength and less placement depth. Key words: retarding swelling particles, swelling, strength, deep profile control, fluid diversion agent