Methods and apparatus for performing moving checkshots
US7688674B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 5, 2007 |
| Grant date | Mar 30, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 5, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01V1/42
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Methods and apparatus for creating a velocity profile of a formation surrounding a borehole by checkshot measurements while moving the tool along the borehole. A conveyance and a sensor section are configured to move the sensor section in the borehole. At least one receiver is configured to detect signals generated at or near the surface while the sensor section is moving in the borehole.
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