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Utility mapping and data distribution system and method

US7400976B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 7, 2005
Grant dateJul 15, 2008
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Expiry dateDec 7, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01V2210/6163
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A system and method of mapping underground utilities and other subsurface objects involves one or more of acquiring utility location data using a number of different detectors and sensors, processing the multiple detector/sensor output data to produce mapping data, storing the mapping data in a database, and providing access to and use of the stored mapping data by subscribing users on a usage fee basis.

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