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Compressed air distribution system
Assignee: Mobil Oil AS
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Filing: 1982-01-13
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Granted: 1984-08-14
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Expires: 2002-01-13
Abstract
Abstract An apparatus is provided wherein one air supply is used to supply compressed air for a plurality of multi-size seismic pulse generators.
Inventors
- 👤 Donald F. Huffhines
- 👤 Robert E. Roach
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-31 06:33
CPC Classifications
G; G01; G01V; G01V1/00; G01V1/02; G01V1/133; Y; Y10; Y10T; Y10T137/00; Y10T137/8158; Y10T137/8326; Y10T137/8593; Y10T137/877; Y10T137/87877
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
137 words
An air distribution system for use in an acoustic seismic exploration system with a high pressure air supply comprising: reservoir means for receiving high pressure compressed air from one source; a plurality of major conduit means connected to said reservoir means for removal of a portion of said high pressure compressed air; a plurality of minor conduit means each connected to said major conduit means through a first electrically operated valve for simultaneously distributing said portion of said high pressure compressed air; a plurality of second electrically operated valves, connected to each of said minor conduit means to control pressure of said compressed air therein; and vent means connected to each of said minor conduit means through said second electrically operated valve; a plurality of acoustic air guns, each connected to one of said minor conduit means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
137 words
An air distribution system for use in an acoustic seismic exploration system with a high pressure air supply comprising: reservoir means for receiving high pressure compressed air from one source; a plurality of major conduit means connected to said reservoir means for removal of a portion of said high pressure compressed air; a plurality of minor conduit means each connected to said major conduit means through a first electrically operated valve for simultaneously distributing said portion of said high pressure compressed air; a plurality of second electrically operated valves, connected to each of said minor conduit means to control pressure of said compressed air therein; and vent means connected to each of said minor conduit means through said second electrically operated valve; a plurality of acoustic air guns, each connected to one of said minor conduit means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
23 words
The air distribution system of claim 1 also including: flow detecting means connected in said major conduit means for detecting fluid flow therethrough.
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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) | 1987-08-14 | 1988-02-13 | 1988-08-14 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1991-08-14 | 1992-02-13 | 1992-08-14 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1995-08-14 | 1996-02-13 | 1996-08-14 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |