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Transmission line for drill pipes and downhole tools

US9581016B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 20, 2015
Grant dateFeb 28, 2017
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Expiry dateNov 20, 2035

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49117
  • WIPO fieldMechanical elements
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method of forming a wired pipe transmission line includes: providing an assembly that includes an inner conductor surrounded by an insulating material; attaching a fixation element to the assembly at or near an end thereof; providing a tubular outer conductor; disposing the assembly and the fixation element within the outer conductor; and fixedly attaching the fixation element to the inner portion of the tubular outer conductor.

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