Location of sensors in well formations
US10125599B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 1, 2013 |
| Grant date | Nov 13, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 2, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B47/26
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Systems and methods for determining the location of sensors embedded in material surrounding a well. In an example system, at least one seismic signal generator is configured to generate a seismic wave signal to communicate information that enables the determination of the sensor location to the sensor. A sensor location apparatus is provided and configured to lower the at least one seismic signal generator into the subsurface structure. A sensor location controller is provided in the sensor location apparatus and configured to actuate generation of the seismic wave signal as the at least one seismic signal generator is lowered into the well.
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