Systems and methods for connectivity analysis using functional objects
US9733388B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 24, 2009 |
| Grant date | Aug 15, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 15, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG01V2210/663
- WIPO fieldMeasurement
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Systems and methods which utilize functional objects in connectivity analysis are shown. Functional objects may be denoted by a geological feature, a user-defined location, a critical point in a connection network, a region within a 3D volume, etc. Each functional object preferably possesses and/or has associated therewith an ability to obtain information such as relevant connection pathways, linked regions of interest, statistical connection information, etc. Such functional objects may have dynamic regions associated therewith, such as to define an area of uncertainty, for facilitating exploring connectivity. Desired connectivity information can be revealed interactively from within a confusing web of connection pathways through use of the functional objects. Through interactive manipulation of functional objects analysis may be refined or revised. Additionally or alternatively, logical operations may be applied with respect to one or more functional objects to extend or reduce the connectivity of interest.
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