Improving Rheological Properties of Gambe Clay for Drilling Fluid Application Using Fermentable Polymers
There are abundant bentonitic clay deposits in Nigeria. However, it does not meet commercial standard for drilling mud formulation, because it is composed of calcium montmorillonite. Therefore, there is need for the clay to be enhanced and polymers have been identified as enhancement agents. The wo...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Faculty of Engineering and Technology
2018-09-01
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| Series: | Nigerian Journal of Technological Development |
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| Online Access: | https://journal.njtd.com.ng/index.php/njtd/article/view/196 |