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Well logging apparatus comprising a measuring pad and a combinaton device including such apparatus

US5596142A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 29, 1996
Grant dateJan 21, 1997
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Expiry dateJan 29, 2016

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B47/01
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A well logging apparatus adapted to be moved inside a borehole includes an elongate body, a measuring pad adapted to contact the wall of the borehole, a support device for the pad mounted pivotally on one side of the body, and a counter arm which causes the pad to be applied against the wall of the borehole. The support device includes an arm which carries the weight of the pad and is connected to the pad substantially in the central part thereof.

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