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PDC sensing element fabrication process and tool

US8695729B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 25, 2011
Grant dateApr 15, 2014
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Expiry dateMar 8, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49002
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A Polycrystalline Diamond Compact (PDC) cutter for a rotary drill bit is provided with an integrated sensor and circuitry for making measurements of a property of a fluid in the borehole and/or an operating condition of the drill bit. A method of manufacture of the PDC cutter and the rotary drill bit is discussed.

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