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Selective Enrichment and Isolation of Oil-Degrading Marine Bacteria from Seawater Samples
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2025
Source: Villela, H. D. M., et al. Prospecting Microbial Strains for Bioremediation and Probiotics Development for Metaorganism Research and Preservation. J. Vis. Exp. (2019)This video demonstrates the selective isolation of oil-degrading marine bacteria by enriching seawater samples on oil-based media, enabling the recovery of pure strains with potential applications in crude oil bioremediation and environmental cleanup.
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In Situ Visualization of the Phase Behavior of Oil Samples Under Refinery Process Conditions
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2017
This article describes a setup and method for the in situ visualization of oil samples under a variety of temperature and pressure conditions that aim to emulate refining and upgrading processes. It is primarily used for studying isotropic and anisotropic media involved in the fouling behavior of petroleum feeds.
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Enhanced Oil Recovery using a Combination of Biosurfactants
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2022
We illustrate the methods involved in screening and identification of the biosurfactant producing microbes. Methods for chromatographic characterization and chemical identification of the biosurfactants, determining the industrial applicability of the biosurfactant in enhancing residual oil recovery are also presented.
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Chemical Analysis of Water-accommodated Fractions of Crude Oil Spills Using TIMS-FT-ICR MS
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2017
The low-energy water-accommodated fraction (LEWAF) of crude oil is a challenging system to analyze, because over time, this complex mixture undergoes chemical transformations. This protocol illustrates methods for the preparation of the LEWAF sample and for performing photo-irradiation and chemical analysis by trapped ion mobility spectrometry–FT-ICR MS.
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Carbon and Nitrogen Analysis of Environmental Samples
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2023
Source: Laboratories of Margaret Workman and Kimberly Frye - Depaul University Elemental Analysis is a method used to determine elemental composition of a material. In environmental samples such as soils, scientists are particularly interested in the amounts of two ecologically important elements, nitrogen and carbon. Elemental analysis by the flash combustion technique works by oxidizing the sample with a catalyst through combustion in a high-temperature chamber. The products of combustion are...
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Oil Sample Analysis uses comparisons with baseline and historical results to interpret whether a change reflects lubricant degradation, abnormal wear, leaks, or contamination. A single result is therefore more informative when viewed against expected or previous condition. This trend-based interpretation helps engineers detect developing problems before failure occurs and supports condition-based maintenance decisions.
Wear debris and oxidation products act as operational evidence. Debris can indicate material removal associated with abnormal wear, while oxidation products signal chemical change in the lubricant as it accumulates during service. Examining both alongside measured oil properties gives engineers a broader basis for judging equipment and lubricant condition.
Viscosity, acidity, water content, and particle concentration describe complementary aspects of an oil sample’s condition. Tracking them against baseline or historical values can show whether the lubricant is changing, contaminated, or associated with developing equipment wear. Their combined interpretation is more useful for engineering decisions than treating any measurement in isolation.
Laboratories first examine the sample by measuring viscosity, acidity, water content, particle concentration, wear debris, and oxidation products. Engineers then compare the findings with baseline or historical data to identify lubricant degradation, abnormal wear, leaks, or contamination. The resulting condition assessment informs predictive maintenance and service planning.
It is applicable to engines, hydraulic systems, gearboxes, and other lubricated machinery. In each case, oil-condition results connect lubricant changes and accumulated debris with the operating condition of the equipment. This makes the method useful where engineers need to monitor machinery health, recognize emerging problems, and plan maintenance before an unplanned failure disrupts operation.
Historical and baseline comparisons can support decisions about when oil requires attention rather than relying only on a fixed change interval. The same evidence can reveal degradation, contamination, leaks, or abnormal wear early enough to guide predictive maintenance. By acting on those findings, engineers can optimize oil-change intervals, reduce unplanned downtime, and help extend machinery service life.