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Wellbore instruments using magnetic motion converters

US8720608B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 28, 2009
Grant dateMay 13, 2014
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Expiry dateDec 12, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
  • CPC primaryE21B4/06
  • WIPO fieldCivil engineering
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A directional drilling system, a drilling hammer and a fluid flow telemetry modulator use a plurality of magnets arranged to convert rotational motion into reciprocating linear motion. Various types of motor can provide rotational motion to a part of the magnets and various linkages and other devices can cause steering or operation of a modulator valve. A torsional drilling hammer uses a plurality of magnets arranged to convert reciprocating linear motion into reciprocating rotational motion. A motor and linkage drives the linearly moving part of the magnets, and the rotating part provides torsional impact be striking the linearly moving part of the magnets.

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