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Initiator device for a downhole tool

US10012073B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 10, 2012
Grant dateJul 3, 2018
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Expiry dateJul 15, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01V11/002
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A method of initiating a process in a downhole tool includes connecting a downhole tool to an initiator device that contains wires capable of creating a loopback and/or loaded condition when a closed connection is made. The initiator device is further capable of indicating successful initiation.

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