Pipe joint having coupled adapter
US9366094B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 30, 2012 |
| Grant date | Jun 14, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 16, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE21B17/023
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
An adapter for a wired drill pipe joint includes an annular adapter having a first end and a second end, an annular recess extending partially into the first end of the adapter and an element of a communication coupler disposed at least partially within the annular recess, wherein the second end of the adapter is configured to be coupled to an end portion of the wired drill pipe joint.
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