Controlled-frequency downhole seismic source
US10197694B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 7, 2016 |
| Grant date | Feb 5, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 31, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01V2210/1429
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems and methods for deploying and using a controlled-frequency downhole seismic source are provided. A downhole seismic source may be placed into a borehole in a geological formation and coupled rigidly to the geological formation via an edge of the borehole. A controlled-frequency seismic signal may be generated sufficient to enable a seismic measurement of the geological formation.
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