Asphaltene finds a distinguished position in current research on liquid and solid
hydrocarbon fuels due to its self-aggregating nature. The presence of asphaltene in crude …

Asphaltenes are an important class of complex carbon-rich molecules found in crude oil.
Their chemical structure varies depending on the geological source but generally comprises …

Previously, asphaltene science had been hindered by many significant uncertainties
regarding molecular weight, molecular structure, and nanocolloidal characteristics in …

We report classical atomistic molecular dynamics simulations of four structurally diverse
model asphaltenes, a model resin, and their respective mixtures in toluene or heptane under …

The performance restoration of aged asphalt is a challenge in the current technology
available for pavement rejuvenation. Investigating the evolution of aged asphalt colloids …

The main objective of this study was to provide novel insights into the mechanism of
asphaltene aggregation in toluene/heptane (Heptol) solutions and the effect of alkylphenols …

Many reservoirs worldwide received separate charges of primary biogenic gas and oil. In
high pressure provinces such as the Gulf of Mexico, the added gas should be in solution if …

Asphalenes are regarded as the most polar and heaviest components in crude oil system.
Their precipitation and agglomeration cause problems in oil recovery, production, and …

Waste cooking oil (WCO) is generally regarded as one of components for the rejuvenators in
recycled asphalt pavement (RAP). However, WCO has many kinds of substances and …

Bitumen, one of the by-products of petroleum industry processes, is the most common binder
used in road pavements and in the construction industry in general. It is a complex organic …