US4051918A
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Seismic energy source
Assignee: APPLIED RES AND DEV Co
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Filing: 1975-05-16
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Granted: 1977-10-04
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Expires: 1995-05-16
Abstract
Abstract A seismic energy source which incorporates multiple augers and a rotary mechanism therefor mounted on a vehicle, the auger incorporating an internally situated seismic shock wave source which creates shock waves passing through a window in the auger into the soil. The shock wave source incorporates a chamber which stores compressed air and a valve mechanism which releases the air sharply for a short interval to create a shock wave in the soil.
Inventors
- 👤 Joe M. Rogers
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 18:38
CPC Classifications
G; G01; G01V; G01V1/00; G01V1/02; G01V1/133; G01V1/137; G01V1/04; G01V1/047; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S181/00; Y10S181/40; Y10S181/401
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
84 words
An apparatus for creating a seismic shock wave to be propogated through the earth in seismic investigations comprising: an auger means having: a helical flite thereon which is adapted to enter the earth on rotation; an elongate body having means for receiving at least two pneumatically operable sonic shock wave creating means, said sonic means cooperative with said auger means and having an opening from said body to the exterior of said body for directing sonic energy into the earth below the earth's surface.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
84 words
An apparatus for creating a seismic shock wave to be propogated through the earth in seismic investigations comprising: an auger means having: a helical flite thereon which is adapted to enter the earth on rotation; an elongate body having means for receiving at least two pneumatically operable sonic shock wave creating means, said sonic means cooperative with said auger means and having an opening from said body to the exterior of said body for directing sonic energy into the earth below the earth's surface.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
14 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said auger means includes an elongate hollow body.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
26 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said auger means includes an elongate hollow body having a chamber means for receiving said sonic shock wave creating means.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
50 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said sonic means is pneumatically operated and said auger means is rotated to advance into the earth, and including a swievel means in a pneumatic line from the exterior of said auger means to said sonic means in the body of said auger means.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
50 words
The apparatus of claim 1 where said sonic means is electrically operated and said auger means is rotated to advance into the earth, and including a swivel means in an electrical line from the exterior of said auger means to said sonic means in the body of said auger means.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
58 words
The apparatus of claim 1 wherein said sonic means includes a chamber for storing air under pressure; a valve opening into said chamber; an electrically operated valve operator connected to said valve; and an opening through said body communicating from said chamber to the exterior of said body for directing sonic energy to the earth below its surface.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
28 words
The apparatus of claim 6 including in said valve a seat cooperatively closing said chamber, and including means closing said valve element after opening for a specified interval.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1980-10-03 | 1981-04-04 | 1981-10-04 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-10-03 | 1985-04-04 | 1985-10-04 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-10-03 | 1989-04-04 | 1989-10-04 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |