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Lightweight, low cost structure for formation conductivity measuring instrument

US7759942B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 28, 2007
Grant dateJul 20, 2010
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Expiry dateMar 7, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01V3/20
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A well logging instruments includes an electrically conductive sonde mandrel. At least one electrical sensor is affixed to an exterior of the mandrel. The sensor is configured to be attached to the mandrel by sliding along an exterior surface thereof. A pressure-sealing electrical feedthrough bulkhead makes electrical connection from the at least one sensor through a wall of the mandrel.

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