An Investigation of the Possibility of Extraction of Metals from Heavy Oil

Experimental and theoretical studies of physical influence on the distribution of heavy metals and viscosity of heavy oils are given in the article. The oil of Yaregskoye (Timan-Pechora province) oil field was used as the test material. Microinclusions of metals (V, Ni, Ti, Fe, etc.) in the mineral parts were detected using scanning electron microscopy and electron microprobe analysis. In an attempt to extract these metals, effects of the extractant type, extractant concentration, and ultrasonic treatment on the extraction process were evaluated.