In this paper we will present new techniques for measuring three phase flow using the following approaches:

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    Homogenisation

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    In line separation, metering and recombination

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    In line metering; leave as it is

Within the concept of "In line metering; leave as it is" the use of the Multi Capacitance technique or the Combination of dissimilar flow sensors and energy absorption probes, are with some limitations in a fast track to be considered proven technologies.

Latest field test results of the Multi Capacitance technique will be presented.

Keywords:
water cut, line separator, reservoir surveillance, flow regime, spe 36197, gamma ray combination, composition, energy absorption probe, gas flowrate, flowmeter
Subjects:
Well & Reservoir Surveillance and Monitoring, Processing Systems and Design, Formation Evaluation & Management, Production logging, Downhole and wellsite flow metering
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