Rugged fiber optic towed array
US7840105B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 11, 2006 |
| Grant date | Nov 23, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 8, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01V1/208
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A fiber optic towed array is provided. The array includes a flexible core upon which is disposed a semi-rigid mandrel. The semi-rigid mandrel has a helical groove formed therein, in which is disposed an optical fiber, the optical fiber including a plurality of fiber gratings. The mandrel is in turn covered with a nylon or fiber screen and encased in a layer of open cell foam, which is encased in a protective covering that includes at least one strength member disposed along a longitudinal axis of the array.
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