Catalyst deactivation and regeneration are critical aspects of heavy oil hydroprocessing.
This review provides a comprehensive overview of the factors contributing to catalyst …

The technological landscape for industrial processes handling asphaltene is evolving at a
rapid pace due to the increase in the extraction of heavy crude oil. The main underlying …

Waste-to-energy via two-stage anaerobic co-digestion (TSACoD) or hydrothermal
liquefaction (HTL) has recently become a hot-spot research field. The TSACoD mostly …

The objective of this study is to evaluate the catalyst by introducing atmospheric residue of
heavy crude (H-AR) that secures full comprehensive characteristics and converts into a …

Understanding the adsorption behavior of heavy oil components on reservoir solids is
crucial for improving oil recovery, yet the molecular mechanism remains unclear. This study …

In steam-assisted gravity drainage (SAGD) processes, relying solely on pure steam as the
driving medium can result in high energy consumption. In contrast, solvents have proven to …

Crude oil is a cornerstone of the American energy sector, particularly vital for transportation
and plastic manufacturing industries. This study investigates the environmental impacts of …

The production of heavy, extra-heavy and bituminous crude oils with high-water cuts is a key
challenge that requires applying technologies with high economic value and less …

This review discusses new innovations in residue upgrading technologies for the conversion
of heavy oil fractions into high-value products, especially for Delta and Rivers States of the …

The extraction and development of oil sands in Alberta, Canada, present a complex
interplay between economic growth and environmental sustainability. Alberta boasts the …