Polyamino-functionalized nanoparticles as hardeners for particulate consolidation

Abstract

Systems and methods for stabilizing portions of a subterranean formation, including portions of a subterranean formation having unconsolidated particulates, using a consolidating agent comprising polyamino-functionalized nanoparticles are provided. Certain of the methods include the steps of providing a treatment fluid comprising a base liquid and polyamino-functionalized nanoparticles; and introducing the treatment fluid into a portion of a subterranean formation. Treatment fluids comprising polyamino-functionalized nanoparticles include gravel packing fluids, consolidation fluids, and hydraulic fracturing fluids are also provided.

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