Thermal Methods in Petroleum Analysis

This reference work features a collection of data which demonstrates the applicability and limitations of thermoanalytical methods in the investigation of petroleum and its products. The data presented focuses on pure substances and polymers with recent developments in instrumentation also included. Diagrams and tables illustrate the results, whilst references provide background information. The data is the result of 12 years of research by the retired Senior Research Officer of the German Petroleum Institute. This book is intended for those in the oil recovery, oil refining, petrochemical, lubricant, asphalt and other oil-related industries.