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Mud energized electrical generating method and means

US4515225A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 29, 1982
Grant dateMay 7, 1985
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Expiry dateJan 29, 2002

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B47/24
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A drilling instrument adapted to be positioned in a conduit for the flow of mud. The instrument has a passage sealing a fluid from the mud. Means is responsive to energy derived from the mud for causing the sealed fluid to flow. An electrical generator derives energy from the flowing fluid to provide electrical energy.

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