Epsom Salt-Based Natural Deep Eutectic Solvent as a Drilling Fluid Additive: A Game-Changer for Shale Swelling Inhibition

• Main Authors: Rasool, M.H., Ahmad, M.
• Format: Article
• Published: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) 2023
• Online Access: http://scholars.utp.edu.my/id/eprint/37448/; https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85167785672&doi=10.3390%2fmolecules28155784&partnerID=40&md5=fcfbcbd5c2af398b680e12d02074f792

Shale rock swelling poses a significant challenge during drilling a well, leading to issues related to wellbore instability. Water-based mud with specific shale inhibitors is preferred over oil-based drilling mud due to its lower environmental impact. Recently, ionic liquids (ILs) have emerged as po...