System for real-time deflector monitoring and related methods
US9228912B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 2, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jan 5, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 3, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01V1/364
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
A real time deflector monitoring system related to a deflector used in a seismic survey system is provided. The system includes a bridle block configured to connect the deflector to a first rope. The system further includes sensors embedded in the bridle block and configured to measure strength and direction of a tension in at least one of (A) the first rope and/or (B) one of rig ropes connecting the deflector to the bridle block. The system also includes a motion detector configured to acquire information related to deflector's motion.
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