Annular fluid manipulation in lined tubular systems to enhance component mechanical properties and flow integrity

摘要

A method of treating fluids in an annulus (18), comprising the steps of: providing a fluid-circulation annulus (18) between a host tubular (10) and a liner (17) therein; and manipulating fluids in the annulus (18) so that the relative proportions of fluid components in the annular fluid correspond to the relative permeation rates of the fluid components from the bore to the annulus (18). The method may further comprise the steps of: detecting an undesired fluid in the annulus (18); and manipulating the annular fluids in response to the undesired fluid, so that the relative proportions of fluid components in the annular fluid, including the undesired fluid, correspond to the relative permeation rates of the fluid components from the bore to the annulus (18). In a case where the undesired fluid has potential for harm to the host tubular (10), the manipulating step may reduce the potential for harm.