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Apparatus, systems and methods for seabed data acquisition

US7796466B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 13, 2006
Grant dateSep 14, 2010
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Expiry dateJan 10, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01V2210/1427
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Seabed sensor units, systems including same, and methods for acquiring seabed data are described, one seabed sensor unit comprising a base, the base containing at least one sensor able to detect a seismic signal, electronics comprising a clock and one or more electronic components enabling the sensor to communicate seismic data to one or more memory modules, and a local autonomous power source. 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. 37 CFR 1.72(b).

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