%0 Journal Article
%@ 18755100
%A Quainoo, A.K.
%A Negash, B.M.
%A Bavoh, C.B.
%A Ganat, T.O.
%A Tackie-Otoo, B.N.
%D 2020
%F scholars:12966
%I Elsevier B.V.
%J Journal of Natural Gas Science and Engineering
%K Biodegradability; Contact angle; Fracture; Hydraulic fracturing; Infill drilling, Bio-inhibitors; Clay swelling; Environmental friendliness; Hydraulic fracturing process; Low costs, Shale
%R 10.1016/j.jngse.2020.103380
%T A perspective on the potential application of bio-inhibitors for shale stabilization during drilling and hydraulic fracturing processes
%U https://khub.utp.edu.my/scholars/12966/
%V 79
%X This work presents a comprehensive review on the use of bio-inhibitors for stabilizing gas/oil shales during drilling and hydraulic fracturing. The swelling and dispersion inhibiting potentials and mechanisms of 23 bio-inhibitors were analytically reviewed and compared with existing conventional inhibitors. Relevant data on the influence of bio-inhibitors to shale swelling, YP, contact angle, and zeta potential is provided. Also, the toxicity, biodegradability and production viability of bio-inhibitors are discussed. The review indicated that bio-inhibitors are potential candidates for clay swelling inhibition considering their low-cost, performance and environmental friendliness. The work provides guidelines and recommendations in selecting efficient shale destabilization inhibitors. © 2020 Elsevier B.V.
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