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Dielectric well logging system with electrostatically shielded coils
Assignee: Texaco Inc
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Filing: 1979-10-17
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Granted: 1985-04-30
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Expires: 1999-10-17
Abstract
Abstract Transmitting and receiving coils for radio frequency (RF) dielectric well logging are shielded in copper enclosures to substantially remove unwanted electrostatic or capacitive signals introduced by the conductive fluids in the well bore.
Inventors
- 👤 Richard A. Meador
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 04:54
CPC Classifications
G; G01; G01V; G01V3/00; G01V3/18; G01V3/26; G01V3/28
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 4
Claim 1
Independent Claim
164 words
An electrostatically shielded receiver coil system for a dielectric well logging system, comprising: (a) a cylindrical metallic shield member; (b) a radio frequency dielectric well logging receiver comprising a cylindrically wound wire coil wound on a spool member; (c) said cylindrical metallic shield member having a gap formed along its length for reducing eddy current flow therein; (d) end metallic shield closure plate members mounted at opposite ends of said cylindrical shield member for closing the ends of same and enclosing said coil in said cylindrical shield member; (e) a tubular support rod mounted extending between said end shield members; (f) said support rod having said spool member mounted thereon; (g) said support rod further serving as a shield for said coil; and (h) each of said end metallic shield closure plate members having a slot formed therein extending radially outwardly from a center portion thereof to an outer edge thereof, said slots being formed in alignment with said gap in said cylindrical member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
164 words
An electrostatically shielded receiver coil system for a dielectric well logging system, comprising: (a) a cylindrical metallic shield member; (b) a radio frequency dielectric well logging receiver comprising a cylindrically wound wire coil wound on a spool member; (c) said cylindrical metallic shield member having a gap formed along its length for reducing eddy current flow therein; (d) end metallic shield closure plate members mounted at opposite ends of said cylindrical shield member for closing the ends of same and enclosing said coil in said cylindrical shield member; (e) a tubular support rod mounted extending between said end shield members; (f) said support rod having said spool member mounted thereon; (g) said support rod further serving as a shield for said coil; and (h) each of said end metallic shield closure plate members having a slot formed therein extending radially outwardly from a center portion thereof to an outer edge thereof, said slots being formed in alignment with said gap in said cylindrical member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
38 words
The structure of claim 1, wherein said support rod is hollow and each of said end closure plates has an enlarged opening larger in diameter than said slot formed at a center portion thereof adjacent said support rod.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
32 words
The structure of claim 1, further including: a conduit mounted in one of said closure plate members for enclosing a conductor connecting the receiver coil to other portions of the logging system.
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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) | 1988-04-29 | 1988-10-29 | 1989-04-30 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1992-04-29 | 1992-10-29 | 1993-04-30 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1996-04-29 | 1996-10-29 | 1997-04-30 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |