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Expandable downhole tool

US9188698B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 27, 2009
Grant dateNov 17, 2015
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Expiry dateMar 27, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49826
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A downhole tool, having a central axis defined, may selectively include a sensor section including one or more arms connected to the tool body with an open/close mechanism. The open/close mechanism is configured to move in a radial direction with respect to the axis of the tool body. The tool also includes at least one sensor attached to the arm, and the tool may include at least one transmitter section on the tool. The transmitter is configured to transmit acoustic energy to a formation.

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