Abstract
The experimental data showed that viscous and
stable water-in-oil emulsions can be separated by
microwave radiation, providing an opportunity for
oil recovery and waste reduction. At optimal
condltlons, the separation of water can be accomplished
at 80% or better, without using demulsifying
chemicals. The experimental data also
indicated that water-in-oil emulsion can be heated
uniformly by microwaves, if the pathlength is not
too long. Temperature profiles and microwave
heating can be predicted reasonably well from dielectric
properties and the theory of electromagnetic
waves.
Fang, C. S.; Lai, P. (1992). Microwave Enhanced Separation of Water-In-Oil Emulsions. Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.eslwin.tamu.edu). Available electronically from
https : / /hdl .handle .net /1969 .1 /92184.