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What is one of the primary functions of a subsea manifold?
What is one of the primary functions of a subsea manifold?
Which component is crucial for controlling fluid flow in a wellhead?
Which component is crucial for controlling fluid flow in a wellhead?
In a Christmas tree configuration, what is the purpose of the valves?
In a Christmas tree configuration, what is the purpose of the valves?
What is a key feature of subsea hardware integration?
What is a key feature of subsea hardware integration?
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Which storage facility is primarily used for water treatment in oil and gas processing?
Which storage facility is primarily used for water treatment in oil and gas processing?
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What is the role of artificial lifts in well management?
What is the role of artificial lifts in well management?
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Which component is directly involved in the separation of oil and gas?
Which component is directly involved in the separation of oil and gas?
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What is the key function of a choke valve in the production system?
What is the key function of a choke valve in the production system?
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What is the primary function of a manifold in subsea development?
What is the primary function of a manifold in subsea development?
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Which component is essential at a wellhead to control production?
Which component is essential at a wellhead to control production?
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What is the role of a positive choke at a wellhead?
What is the role of a positive choke at a wellhead?
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In subsea hardware integration, what is the significance of an umbilical?
In subsea hardware integration, what is the significance of an umbilical?
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What is a common practice when high upstream pressure is detected at the wellhead?
What is a common practice when high upstream pressure is detected at the wellhead?
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Which of the following is an integral feature of the wellhead for maintenance purposes?
Which of the following is an integral feature of the wellhead for maintenance purposes?
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During the fabrication of subsea manifolds, what is a key consideration?
During the fabrication of subsea manifolds, what is a key consideration?
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How do chokes function in regulating well production when upstream pressure is excessive?
How do chokes function in regulating well production when upstream pressure is excessive?
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What is the maximum operating depth for a plunger lift?
What is the maximum operating depth for a plunger lift?
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Which artificial lift system has excellent gas handling capabilities?
Which artificial lift system has excellent gas handling capabilities?
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What type of servicing is typically used for hydraulic lifts?
What type of servicing is typically used for hydraulic lifts?
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What is the maximum operating temperature for a progressing cavity pump?
What is the maximum operating temperature for a progressing cavity pump?
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Which artificial lift system can handle solids the best?
Which artificial lift system can handle solids the best?
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What is the ideal fluid gravity for using a gas lift system?
What is the ideal fluid gravity for using a gas lift system?
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Which lift system requires a compressor as its prime mover?
Which lift system requires a compressor as its prime mover?
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What is the primary servicing method for a plunger lift?
What is the primary servicing method for a plunger lift?
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Which artificial lift system has the poorest gas handling?
Which artificial lift system has the poorest gas handling?
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What is commonly the maximum operating depth for a hydraulic lift?
What is commonly the maximum operating depth for a hydraulic lift?
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Study Notes
Surface Facilities - Subsea Development Concept
- Subsea hardware is used for the production of oil and gas in offshore environments.
- Subsea manifolds are used for commingling production from two or more wells into a common pipeline.
Subsea Hardware Components:
- Manifold: A structure used for combining production from multiple wells into a single flowline.
- Wet Tree: A system that separates fluids at the seabed.
- Flowline: A pipeline that transports fluids from the seabed to the surface processing facilities.
- Umbilical: A bundle of cables and pipes that provides control and power to subsea equipment.
Wellhead Components
- Wellheads are the point of connection between the wellbore and surface facilities.
- Wellhead components can include:
- Chokes: Devices that regulate the flow of fluids from the well.
- Block valves: Used for isolating sections of the well for maintenance.
- Automatic shut-down valve: Quickly interrupts production in emergencies.
Gathering Systems
- Fluids produced from wells are usually sent through flowlines and manifolds to surface processing facilities.
Surface Facilities - Production Support Facilities
- Artificial lift systems are used to increase production from wells with low pressure.
- Examples of artificial lift systems:
- Sucker Rod Pump
- Progressing Cavity Pump
- Gas Lift
- Plunger Lift
- Hydraulic Lift
- Electric Submersible Pump
Separators
- Separate different phases of produced fluids (oil, gas, and water)
Condensate Stabilization
- Stabilize condensate by removing dissolved gas.
Acid Gas Treater
- Removes acid gases (H2S, CO2) from produced fluids
Oil Treaters & Water Treaters
- Treat oil and water to meet quality specifications.
Pumps & Compressors
- Used to enhance fluid flow and optimize pressure.
Gas Dehydrator
- Removes water vapor from natural gas.
Artificial Lift System Criteria
- Sucker Rod Pump: Suitable for high-volume production with high fluid gravity.
- Progressing Cavity Pump: Best choice for low viscosity fluids and high flow rates.
- Gas Lift: Excellent for gas handling, suited for offshore use.
- Plunger Lift: Suitable for wells with high fluid density and low production rates.
- Hydraulic Lift: Suitable for wells with high fluid gravity and large wellbore deviation.
- Electric Submersible Pump: Best suited for high flow rates, long-life operations.
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Test your knowledge on subsea hardware and wellhead components used in offshore oil and gas production. This quiz covers essential structures such as manifolds, flowlines, and wellhead components, crucial for understanding subsea facilities. Dive deep into the specifics of subsea operations and enhance your expertise.
