Análisis Comparativo del Componente TécnicoEconómico para Mejorar la Productividad de Petróleo Aplicando la Nanotecnología vs Métodos Actuales en el Ecuador

Abstract

Abstract: This paper describes the central problem, which the oil fields of Ecuador are currently suffering, with respect to increased productivity. Emphasis is placed on how efficient and large-scale secondary and enhanced recovery processes could improve or increase oil production.The analysis of secondary recovery projects by water injection carried out by the Ecuadorian state company vs. the application of nanotechnology is carried out, focusing the study on the increase in oil production and the increase in the recovery factor.The economic analysis of traditional methods vs. application of nanotechnology is made, describing the results obtained in order to visualize the profitability and viability of implementing recovery projects with new technology on a large scale in Ecuador. Economic evaluation methods such as the Internal Rate of Return and the Net Present Value were used. The corporate strategy guidelines are determined for the increase of oil reserves through the implementation of nanotechnology.