Asphaltenes with complicated molecular structures consist of many aromatic portions, alkyl
chains, and different functional groups. Various methods can determine their average …

Asphaltenes are an important class of complex carbon-rich molecules found in crude oil.
Their chemical structure varies depending on the geological source but generally comprises …

The chemical–structural properties of four South African bituminous coals were investigated
using wide angle X-ray diffraction–carbon fraction analysis (WAXRD–CFA), attenuated total …

In recent years, characterization of asphaltenes as an appropriate way to deal with their
related problems in the oil industry has been received considerable attention. The Fourier …

The aggregation of asphaltenes has been established for decades by numerous
experimental techniques; however, very few studies have been performed on the …

The macromolecular structure of coal governs the generation and expansion of
micro/mesopores, contributing significantly to the storage and transport of coalbed methane …

The chemical-structural properties of Inner Mongolia lignite were investigated by utilizing X-
ray diffraction (XRD), high resolution transmission electron microscopy (HRTEM), X-ray …

This book provides an up-to-date treatment of all the important aspects of modeling of
reactors employed in the main processes for heavy petroleum upgrading. It explains …

Asphaltenes, and their related issues, have been the focus of many literature investigations.
However, in-depth analysis of asphaltenes structure and its relation to asphaltenes stability …

The role of archipelago asphaltene structure in the reactions of petroleum asphaltenes was
investigated by comparing yields of products from the conversion of archipelago-rich heavy …