Developing Biopolymer Based Drilling Fluid Systems Using Agricultural Wastes as a Sustainable Approach for Drilling Optimization
Student: Akpojevwe Odoji (Project, 2025)
Department of Petroleum Engineering
Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun, Delta State
Abstract
This study investigates the use of sugarcane bagasse, an agricultural waste, to develop eco-friendly biopolymer-based drilling fluids. The extracted biopolymers showed excellent rheological and filtration properties comparable to synthetic polymers. Results demonstrated improved drilling efficiency, reduced environmental impact, and lower costs. Overall, the research confirms that agricultural waste can be effectively utilized to produce sustainable drilling fluids, supporting greener and more efficient drilling operations.
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- Abdul-Gusau Polytechnic, Talata-Mafara, Zamfara State 3
- Abia State Polytechnic, Aba, Abia State 24
- Abia State University, Uturu, Abia State 71
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