T-CNF Stabilized Foam Drilling Fluid

Prevents fluid loss in low-pressure CBM

Uses TEMPO-oxidized cellulose nanofibers as Pickering stabilizers to significantly enhance foam stability, rheology, and filtration properties.

Dongqing, Yang · Yan, Hao · Dai, Liyao · Muhammad Arqam, Khan · Liu, Chaozheng · Lv, Kaihe · Sun, Jinsheng · Li, Meichun

Carbohydrate Polymers 2025

Advantages

Superior foam stability compared to mechanically treated and lignin-containing CNFs

Reduced surface tension

Smaller bubbles, thicker and more viscous liquid films, enhanced electrostatic repulsion

Excellent rheological and filtration properties