(569a) Hydrocyclone Separators: 1891-2022 and Beyond

The objective of this presentation is to develop a quantitative and qualitative understanding of multiphase fluids in hydrocyclone separators. The theory will be used to evaluate the efficacy of using hydrocyclones for solid/fluid separation (clarification and thickening); gas/hydrocyclones separation (degassing); liquid/gas separation (mist control); liquid/liquid separation; deoiling water; and, dehydration of oil. The presentation will illustrate the role that hydrocyclone separators have played in the development of 20^th Century technologies related to mineral and chemical processing as well as potential commercial applications for the 21^st Century. The potential for hydrocyclones for downhole oil/water separation; and, mud separators in drilling operations will be highlighted.

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