Downhole sensor apparatus and related systems, apparatus, and methods
US12345151B1 · kind B1 · utility
Inventors
Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 20, 2024 |
| Grant date | Jul 1, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 20, 2044 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B47/017
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A downhole sensor apparatus including a structure and an electronics package. The structure and the electronics package configured to be inserted into a recess in an earth-boring tool on a drill string. The downhole sensor apparatus may include a cradle extending away from a first surface of the structure. The cradle is configured to at least partially receive a battery therein. The downhole sensor apparatus includes a cap configured to engage with the earth-boring tool and secure the structure within the recess. The downhole sensor apparatus also may include a ring disposed between the structure and the cap. The ring is configured to transfer a force from the cap to the structure, forcing a second surface of the structure against a bottom surface of the recess. An earth-boring tool comprising a recess in the earth-boring tool configured to receive a downhole sensor apparatus. A method securing a downhole sensor apparatus to an earth-boring tool.
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