The Hydrate Growth and Dissociation Behavior in Sandy and Clayey Porous Media

Natural gas hydrate deposits store vast amounts of methane and other hydrocarbons, which makes them a promising energy source. More effective ways to extract natural gas from hydrate deposits will help meet the growing global energy needs and reduce the environmental footprint of the industry. A natural hydrate reservoir contains various components including clayey and sandy sediments, which have a strong impact on hydrate growth and dissociation kinetics. In this research, the optimal conditions were determined for gas hydrate synthesis and dissociation in a multicomponent porous layer subjected to thermal stimulation. The research findings also show how the sediment components and thermal conditions affect the methane hydrate formation and dissociation behavior. A conceptual technological solution was developed for using natural gas from hydrate reservoirs for environmentally friendly thermal power generation.