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System and method for connecting wired drill pipe

US8033329B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 3, 2009
Grant dateOct 11, 2011
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Expiry dateAug 7, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B17/0285
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A system and method for facilitating the formation of electrical connections between wired drill pipes is provided. Wired drill pipes comprise connection ends that each have a plurality of independent conductors. The independent conductors are arranged to enable a plurality of conductive connections between adjacent wired drill pipes when the wired drill pipes are physically connected.

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