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26 Gamma-E-Log-CDL: Skyline 162010-05-28log; gamma log; Skyline 16; CDL-Cal-Res SuiteGamma E Log from Century Geophysical concerning Skyline 16.
27 Gamma-Res-Density-Cal: Skyline 162010-05-28Skyline 16; density log; CDL-CAL-RES(SG)Gamma-Res-Density-Cal log concerning Skyline 16
28 Geologic characterization of Utah oil shale deposits2010-04-28oil shale development; geologic framework; lake evolution; oil shale; stratigraphic correlationWhy Geology? Economic prospectivity of oil shale development in the Uinta Basin relies heavily on establishing a solid geologic framework. Understanding lake evolution matters.
29 Ignition in 40kw co-axial turbulent diffusion oxy-coal jet flames2010-08-0840kw co-axial turbulent diffusion; diffusion; oxy-coal; oxy-coal jet flames; partial pressure of O2; coal transportOutline: 1) Introduction 2) Objectives 3) Experimental setup 4) Methodology to quantify flame stability 5) Results and discussion 6) Conclusions 7) Acknowledgements. The objective of this presentation is to better understand, the effects of partial pressure of O2 in a) the coal transport jet, and b)...
30 Integrated sedimentary and geochemical investigation of core form the upper Green River Formation lacustrine deposits, Uinta Basin, Utah2010-04-12upper Green River formation; lacustrine deposits; geochemical investigation; lithofacies; faciesDescription of the upper Green River Formation has been largely based on outcrop exposures, but this core-based investigation provides newly detailed subsurface data that can be used to examine basin-wide lithologic and geochemical variability of he Parachute Creek Member of the upper Green River Fo...
31 Natural Gamma-Res Suite: Skyline 162010-05-28Gamma log; Skyline 16; natural gamma residue; NAT Gamma-RES SuiteLog concerning the natural gamma-res of Skyline 16.
32 Oxy-gas process heaters for efficient CO2 capture2010-04-28oil shale and oil sands technology; greenhouse gas emissions; GHG; large eddy simulation; LES; IFRF OXYFLAMImplementation of oil shale/sands technologies in U.S. will require mitigation of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
33 Phase 2: Clean and secure energy from coal: Quarterly progress report: April 1, 2010 to June 30, 20102010-08-01domestic coal resources; CO2 capture; stationary power generation; DQMOM approachThe University of Utah is pursuing research to utilize the vast energy stored in our domestic coal resources and to do so in a manner that will capture CO2 from combustion from stationary power generation. The research is organized around the theme of validation and uncertainty quantification throug...
34 Phase 2: Clean and secure energy from coal: Quarterly progress report: July 1, 2010 to September 30, 20102010-10-01domestic coal resources; CO2 capture; stationary power generation; Oxycoal; OFC; coalThe University of Utah is pursuing research to utilize the vast energy stored in our domestic coal resources and to do so in a manner that will capture CO2 from combustion from stationary power generation. The research is organized around the theme of validation and uncertainty quantification throug...
35 Phase 2: Clean and secure energy from coal: Quarterly progress report: October 1, 2009 to December 31, 20092010-01-30domestic coal resources; CO2 capture; stationary power generation; oxy-coal flames; coal gasification processThe University of Utah is pursuing research to utilize the vast energy stored in our domestic coal resources and to do so in a manner that will capture CO2 from combustion from stationary power generation. The research is organized around the theme of validation and uncertainty quantification throug...
36 Pore scale analysis of oil sand/oil shale pyrolysis by X-ray Micro CT and LB simulation2010-04-28unconventional fuels; characterization of the pore networks; oil sand/shale resources; LB simulation; pyrolysis reations; Multiscale X-ray Micro/Nano TomographyThe research objectives include (1) CT characterization of the pore network structure for selected oil sand/oil shale resources, (2) LB simulation of flow through pore network structures to predict transport properties, such as permeability, and (3) CT analysis of pore network structure during pyrol...
37 Pore scale analysis of oil sand/oil shale pyrolysis by X-ray Micro CT and LB simulation2010-03-03pore scale analysis; oil sand/shale pyrolysis; X-ray Micro CT and LB simulation; Lamellar Structure of Oil ShaleThe research objectives include (1) CT characterization of the pore network structure for selected oil sand/oil shale resources, (2) LB simulation of flow through pore network structures to predict transport properties, such as permeability, and (3) CT analysis of pore network structure during pyrol...
38 Pore scale analysis of oil shale pyrolysis by X-ray CT and LB simulation2010-09-09pore scale analysis; oil shale pyrolysis; X-ray CT; LB simulation; oil shale; shale oil procuction; pore structureThere are important questions concerning the quality and volume of pore space that is created when oil shale is pyrolyzed for the purpose of producing shale oil. In this paper, we pyrolyzed 1.9 cm diameter cores at different temperatures and heating rates. Detailed 3D imaging of the core before and ...
39 Progress and plans on AMSO's RD&D lease tract2010-04-28AMSO is one of three RD&D leaseholders in Colorado's Piceance Basin: 1) The 160-acre BLM lease was established in January 2007 under EGL Resources and transferred shortly thereafter to EGL Oil Shale 2) IDT acquired EGL Oil Shale in 2008 and renamed it AMSO 3) In March 2009, Total acquired a 50% inte...
40 Quarterly Progress Report Phase 3: Clean and Secure Energy from Coal - January 1, 2012 to March 30, 20122010-05-01domestic coal resources; CO2 capture; OFC simulationThe University of Utah is pursuing research to utilize the vast energy stored in our domestic coal resources and to do so in a manner that will capture CO2 from combustion from stationary power generation. The research is organized around the theme of validation and uncertainty quantification throug...
41 Quarterly Progress Report Phase II: Clean and Secure Energy from Coal Project Period October 1, 2009 to December 31, 20092010-01-30domestic coal resources; capture CO2 from combustion; stationary power generation; oxy-coal flames; one-dimensional turbulence; ODT.On September 14, 2009, Modification #001 was executed to renew the project for an additional Budget Period as a result of FY-09 Congressional Direction and funding. As part of this modification, the project was re-aligned to support only NETL's Strategic Center for Coal (SCC) program moving forward....
42 Shovel ready...can you dig it?2010-04-28Earth Energy; Ophus Process; oil and sand leases."Earth Energy is a Calgary-based private company with a patent-pending oil sands processing technology, the ‘Ophus Process', which it intends to initially deploy on the company's oil sand leases in the State of Utah..."
43 SO3 formation during oxy-coal combustion2010-06-10oxy-coal combustion; SO3 formation; formation of sulfur compounds; sulfurIn oxy-coal combustion, an oxygen and carbon dioxide mixture, rather than air, is used to burn the coal. Many studies to date have focused on the formation of NOx under oxy-coal combustion conditions; however, the formation of sulfur species, particularly sulfur trioxide, is currently not a well und...
44 State and regional control of geological carbon sequestration2010-12-31geological carbon sequestration; geologic sequestration; carbon captureThe United States has economically recoverable coal reserves of about 261 billion tons, which is in excess of a 250-year supply based on 2009 consumption rates. However, in the near future the use of coal may be legally restricted because of concerns over the effects of its combustion on atmospheric...
45 Status of the OSEC White River oil shale project2010-04-28OSEC; shale; status report.Major milestones in 2008: 1) Formed joint venture with Petrobras and Mitsui 2) Acquired Cliffs Synfuel Corporation 3) Initiated feasibility study
46 Unconventional fuels market assessment2010-04-28
47 University of Utah visual, information and technology literacy task force report and recommendations2010-05-22visual literacy; information literacy; technology literacyRecognizing the critical nature of visual, information, and technology literacy to the foundation of a 21st century education, a VITL Task Force has been convened to explore and expand initiatives at the University of Utah that promote competencies in these literacies. The VITL Task Force worked dur...
48 Update and policy considerations for oil shale development2010-04-28oil shale development; oil shale; energy demands; crude oil; oil reserves.Global energy demand: 1) 2010 economic downturn has dampened energy demand! 2) Demand returns over the next 12-18 months! 3) Global energy demand is expected to grow by 44% by 2030! 4) Most growth will come from China and India ! ~~By 2006 combined energy demand was 19 % or world demand! ~~By 2030 i...
49 Utah energy: Perspective on unconventional fuels development2010-04-28Utah energy; oil shale basins; unconventional fuels.Utah energy goals: 1) Affordable energy 2) Sustainable economy 3) Strengthen energy security and independence 4) Reduce emissions
50 Utah Heavy Oil Program - Final Scientific/Technical Report - Project Period: June 21, 2006 to October 20, 20092010-01-31Utah heavy oil program; heavy oil; UHOP; developing heavy oil resources; oil sands resources; oil shale resourcesThe Utah Heavy Oil Program (UHOP) was established in June 2006 to provide multidisciplinary research support to federal and state constituents for addressing the wide‐ranging issues surrounding the creation of an industry for unconventional oil production in the United States. Additionally, UHOP w...
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