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Method and apparatus for composition analysis in a logging environment

US7279678B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 15, 2005
Grant dateOct 9, 2007
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Expiry dateDec 2, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N21/3577
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Methods and apparatus for analyzing a hydrocarbon mixture are disclosed, comprising at least one light-emitting diode (LED) and at least one photodetector positioned to detect energy transmitted by the LED through a sample of the hydrocarbon mixture. In at least one embodiment an optical filter is coupled to the output of the LED to mitigate the adverse effects of the LED's sensitivity to temperature.

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