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Apparatus and method for performing downhole measurements

US6360823B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJul 20, 2000
Grant dateMar 26, 2002
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Expiry dateJul 20, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B23/001
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

An apparatus for performing a function in a flowing fluid includes an apparatus body and a drag member associated with the apparatus body. The drag member is configurable between drag configuration for moving with the fluid wherein the apparatus has a first drag and a reduced drag configuration for moving against the fluid wherein the apparatus has a second drag which is less than the first drag.

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