Use of external driver to energize a seismic source
US10890680B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 29, 2018 |
| Grant date | Jan 12, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 12, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01V1/38
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Disclosed are seismic sources that may utilize an external driver to energize the air in the seismic source for generation of acoustic energy. An apparatus for generating acoustic energy may comprise a seismic source comprising an internal cavity configured to contain a fluid. The apparatus may further comprise a piston external to the seismic source and in fluid communication with the internal cavity, wherein the piston operable to energize the fluid in the internal cavity of the seismic source. The apparatus may further comprise a linear motor coupled to the piston.
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