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Method and system for performing wireless ultrasonic communications along tubular members

US11203927B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 30, 2018
Grant dateDec 21, 2021
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Expiry dateOct 30, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B47/13
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A method and system are described for wirelessly communicating along tubular members. The method includes determining, constructing and installing a communication network, which communicates using one or more communication coupling devices along one or more tubular members. The communication network is used to perform operations for a system, such as hydrocarbon operations, which may involve hydrocarbon exploration, hydrocarbon development, and/or hydrocarbon production.

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