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Phase-synchronized buried object transmitter and locator methods and apparatus

US9927546B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 29, 2016
Grant dateMar 27, 2018
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Expiry dateAug 29, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01V3/06
  • WIPO fieldMeasurement
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Buried object locator systems including transmitters and associated buried object locators using phase-synchronized signals are disclosed. A transmitter may generate output current signals that are phase-synchronized with a corresponding locator for improved utility locating.

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