Methods and apparatus for seabed seismic data acquisition
US7230878B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 19, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jun 12, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 19, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01V2210/1427
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and apparatus for acquiring seismic data using a seabed seismic data cable positioned on a seabed are described, one method including deploying a seabed seismic cable, the cable comprising two or more active sections separated by at least one jumper section; and acquiring seabed seismic data using the seabed seismic cable. Certain methods include analyzing spacing needed between active sensor units in the active sections prior to deploying the seabed seismic cable, and selecting a length of the jumper section based on the analysis. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract, which will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.
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