Fundamentals of Enhanced Oil Recovery

Fundamentals of Enhanced Oil Recovery is a revised edition of Larry Lake’s 1989 classic Enhanced Oil Recovery, retaining the original focus on fractional flow theory and phase behavior to clearly explain EOR mechanisms. The book builds a strong theoretical foundation while incorporating modern developments such as low-salinity EOR, steam-assisted gravity drainage (SAGD), expanded thermodynamics, and foam EOR. Throughout the text, two core EOR principles lowering the mobility ratio and increasing the capillary number are consistently emphasized to help readers understand how recovery efficiency is improved. With its balanced combination of fundamentals and contemporary applications, the book serves as an excellent resource for undergraduate students seeking a clear and structured understanding of enhanced oil recovery processes