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Characterization and measurement of storage caverns using multibeam ultrasound

US10145755B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 30, 2015
Grant dateDec 4, 2018
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Expiry dateDec 30, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N2291/106
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

An objective of this invention is to provide an apparatus and method to more accurately determine the parameters of a storage cavern before and during use, including fluid filled storage caverns. Another object of this invention is to provide a granular inspection of the storage cavern. Another object of this invention is to provide precision positioning information of sample points.

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