公开(公告)号：US20080192579A1

公开(公告)日：2008-08-14

申请号：US11945144

申请日：2007-11-26

Applicant: Anthony L. Scoca ,  James G. Huber

Inventor： Anthony L. Scoca ,  James G. Huber

IPC: G01V1/38

CPC classification number: G01V1/201 ,  G01V13/00

Abstract: A system is disclosed that provides an improvement in detecting a faulty hydrophone channel in a hydrophone array. The disclosed technique operates on pairs of hydrophones or, to generalize, on groups of two or more hydrophones; this is in contrast with operating on only one hydrophone at a time. As a result, the technique is able to use correlation data from the multiple hydrophones, in order to detect a fault. The technique also operates on received echo signal information that is associated with ongoing SONAR solution processing. The use of the relatively deterministic, echo signal information further enhances the performance. By using correlation products made up of the received echo signal information, the disclosed technique is able to leverage the SONAR solution processing that already relies upon the hydrophone array, such as spatial or temporal correlation SONAR, thereby reducing the additional processing incurred. Once a failed hydrophone channel has been identified, it is then excluded from the ongoing SONAR solution processing.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种在水听器阵列中检测故障水听器通道的改进的系统。 所公开的技术在两个或更多个水听器的组上操作成一对水听器或者将其概括为一组; 这与一次只在一个水听器上操作相反。 结果，该技术能够使用来自多个水听器的相关数据，以便检测故障。 该技术还对与正在进行的SONAR解决方案处理相关联的接收回波信号信号进行操作。 使用相对确定性的回波信号信息进一步提高了性能。 通过使用由接收到的回波信号信息组成的相关乘积，所公开的技术能够利用已经依赖于水听器阵列的SONAR解决方案处理，例如空间或时间相关SONAR，从而减少所引起的附加处理。 一旦识别出失效的水听器通道，则将其从正在进行的SONAR解决方案处理中排除。

公开(公告)号：US20080144434A1

公开(公告)日：2008-06-19

申请号：US11640657

申请日：2006-12-18

Applicant: Stian Hegna ,  Oyvind Hillesund

Inventor： Stian Hegna ,  Oyvind Hillesund

IPC: G01V1/38

CPC classification number: G01V1/201

Abstract: A seismic streamer includes at least one array of sensors each disposed in a sensor holder at longitudinally spaced apart locations. A longitudinal orientation of at least one sensor or at least one sensor holder is different from that of the other sensors along the length of the array.

Abstract translation: 地震拖缆包括至少一个传感器阵列，每个传感器阵列设置在纵向间隔开的位置处的传感器保持器中。 至少一个传感器或至少一个传感器保持器的纵向方向与沿着阵列长度的其它传感器的纵向取向不同。

公开(公告)号：US20080121427A1

公开(公告)日：2008-05-29

申请号：US11619322

申请日：2007-01-03

Applicant: Arne Berg

Inventor： Arne Berg

IPC: H02G15/007 ,  G01V1/38

CPC classification number: G01V1/201

Abstract: A bend stiffener includes a first elongate member having a longitudinal conduit and a second elongate member also having a longitudinal conduit connected to an end of the first member thereby effectively extending the length of the bend stiffener. The first member has a resilience to bend when the bend stiffener is subject to a certain load, i.e. at a large tension and small angle, while the second member is designed to have less resilience than the first member, whereby the second member starts bending earlier than the first member when the bend stiffener is subjected to a smaller load, i.e. at a low tension and/or a large angle. The first and second members may provide one or more channels from the second member to the hydrophone. The channel surfaces may have a nonmetallic material. The second member has a resilience to transfer incident pressure waves into the channel therein.

Abstract translation: 弯曲加强件包括具有纵向导管的第一细长构件和还具有连接到第一构件的端部的纵向导管的第二细长构件，从而有效地延伸弯曲加强件的长度。 第一构件在弯曲加强件承受一定载荷（即以大的张力和小角度）时具有弯曲的弹性，而第二构件被设计成具有比第一构件更小的弹性，由此第二构件开始弯曲更早 当弯曲加强件承受较小的载荷时，即以低张力和/或大的角度时，该第一构件。 第一和第二构件可以从第二构件提供一个或多个通道到水听器。 通道表面可以具有非金属材料。 第二构件具有将入射压力波传递到其中的通道的弹性。

公开(公告)号：US07345952B2

公开(公告)日：2008-03-18

申请号：US10504903

申请日：2003-02-06

Applicant: Philip John Nash ,  Jonathan James Westhall ,  Geoffrey Alan Cranch ,  Michael Steven Henshaw ,  John Anstiss Churchill

Inventor： Philip John Nash ,  Jonathan James Westhall ,  Geoffrey Alan Cranch ,  Michael Steven Henshaw ,  John Anstiss Churchill

IPC: G01V1/20 ,  G01V1/22 ,  G01H9/00

CPC classification number: G01H9/004 ,  G01V1/201 ,  G01V1/22

Abstract: An optical sensor assembly including a coupler and an optical fibre coil. The coupler is attached to the central member of the cable at a position where outer layers of the cable been removed. A first terminal of the coupler is connected to an optical fibre traveling along the cable in a fibre conduit external to the central strength member. A second terminal of the coupler is connected to a first end of the coil and a third terminal of the coupler is connected to an optical fibre a mirrored end. The coil is supported about a tubular mandrel, which mandrel fits over the cable. The other end of the coil is attached to the fibre in the cable. The mandrel is located about the cable at a position covering the coupler and the part of the cable where the outer layers are removed.

Abstract translation: 一种包括耦合器和光纤线圈的光学传感器组件。 耦合器在电缆的外层被去除的位置处附接到电缆的中心构件。 耦合器的第一端子连接到沿着电缆在中心强度构件外部的光纤导管中行进的光纤。 耦合器的第二端子连接到线圈的第一端，并且耦合器的第三端子连接到光纤的镜像端。 线圈围绕管状心轴支撑，该心轴装配在电缆上。 线圈的另一端连接到电缆中的光纤。 心轴围绕电缆定位在覆盖耦合器的位置和电缆的部分，其中外层被去除。

公开(公告)号：US20080008034A1

公开(公告)日：2008-01-10

申请号：US11481312

申请日：2006-07-05

Applicant: Stig Rune Lennart Tenghamn ,  Claes Nicolai Borresen ,  Stian Hegna

Inventor： Stig Rune Lennart Tenghamn ,  Claes Nicolai Borresen ,  Stian Hegna

IPC: G01V1/38

CPC classification number: G01V1/201

Abstract: A seismic streamer includes a jacket covering an exterior of the streamer. At least one strength member extends along the length of the jacket. The strength member is disposed inside the jacket. At least one seismic sensor is disposed in an interior of the jacket. A plurality of spacers is disposed at spaced apart positions along the strength member. An acoustically transparent material fills void space in the interior of the jacket. At least one structural parameter is selected to minimize pressure variations in the material resulting from axial elongation of the streamer under tension.

Abstract translation: 地震拖缆包括覆盖拖缆外部的护套。 至少一个强度构件沿着护套的长度延伸。 加强件设置在护套内。 至少一个地震传感器设置在护套的内部。 多个间隔件沿着加强件设置在间隔开的位置。 透声材料填充护套内部的空隙。 选择至少一个结构参数以最小化由于拖缆在张力下的轴向延伸导致的材料中的压力变化。

公开(公告)号：US20070076524A1

公开(公告)日：2007-04-05

申请号：US11349781

申请日：2006-01-19

Applicant: Martin Howlid ,  Leendert Combee ,  Aslaug Melbo ,  Nicolas Goujon

Inventor： Martin Howlid ,  Leendert Combee ,  Aslaug Melbo ,  Nicolas Goujon

IPC: G01V1/38

CPC classification number: G01V1/201 ,  G01V2210/1427

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for acquiring seismic data using a seabed seismic data cable positioned on a seabed are described, one method including deploying a seabed seismic cable, the cable comprising two or more active sections separated by at least one jumper section; and acquiring seabed seismic data using the seabed seismic cable. Certain methods include analyzing spacing needed between active sensor units in the active sections prior to deploying the seabed seismic cable, and selecting a length of the jumper section based on the analysis. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract, which will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. 37 CFR 1.72(b).

Abstract translation: 描述了使用位于海床上的海床地震数据电缆采集地震数据的方法和装置，一种方法包括部署海床地震缆索，所述缆索包括由至少一个跨接部分隔开的两个或多个有效部分; 并使用海床地震电缆获取海底地震数据。 某些方法包括在部署海底地震索之前分析活动部分中的主动传感器单元之间所需的间隔，以及基于分析来选择跳线部分的长度。 要强调的是，该摘要被提供以符合要求摘要的规则，这将允许搜索者或其他读者快速确定技术公开的主题。 提交它的理解是，它不会用于解释或限制权利要求的范围或含义。 37 CFR 1.72（b）。

公开(公告)号：US20070070815A1

公开(公告)日：2007-03-29

申请号：US11503637

申请日：2006-08-14

Applicant: William Hulsman ,  Glen Ferguson

Inventor： William Hulsman ,  Glen Ferguson

IPC: G01V1/20

CPC classification number: G01V1/201

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a circuit incorporating a pressure-sensitive switch that operates in a normally-open position and disables an associated survey sensor (e.g. a hydrophone) at predetermined depths. The circuit comprises a non-mechanical switch connected in series with the sensor and also connected to the pressure-sensitive switch so that when the pressure-sensitive switch is closed, the non-mechanical switch becomes non-conductive relative to the associated sensor, thus causing the signal from the associated sensor to be disconnected. The circuit may be connected with an associated sensor in parallel with an array of other sensors so that the circuit does not affect the operation of the other sensors in the array.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及一种结合了在常开位置操作的压敏开关并且在预定深度处禁用相关测量传感器（例如水听器）的电路。 电路包括与传感器串联连接并且还连接到压敏开关的非机械开关，使得当压敏开关闭合时，非机械开关相对于相关联的传感器变得不导通，因此 导致来自关联传感器的信号被断开。 电路可以与相关联的传感器与其他传感器的阵列并联连接，使得电路不影响阵列中其他传感器的操作。

公开(公告)号：US07184364B2

公开(公告)日：2007-02-27

申请号：US10283426

申请日：2002-10-29

Applicant: Frederick C. Sawin ,  Roy W. James ,  Karl J. Schuler ,  Gary J. Zernia

Inventor： Frederick C. Sawin ,  Roy W. James ,  Karl J. Schuler ,  Gary J. Zernia

IPC: G01V1/38

CPC classification number: G01V1/201

Abstract: A method for wrapping continuous strands of steel wire about a seismic cable including interconnected sensor sections and conductor sections where a cross sectional diameter of the sensor section is at least four times that of the conductor section. Two layers of armoring are provided with a first layer wrapped in a first angular direction opposite that of the second layer. A stranding assembly is provided which has two selective positions, one for providing a die hole for stranding the conductor section, another for providing a passage hole for allowing the sensor section to pass after wrapping with armor wire.

Abstract translation: 一种围绕包括互连传感器部分和导体部分的地震电缆缠绕钢丝的方法，其中传感器部分的横截面直径至少是导体部分的横截面直径的四倍。 两层铠装设置有以与第二层相反的第一角度方向缠绕的第一层。 提供了一种绞合组件，其具有两个选择位置，一个用于提供用于绞合导体部分的模孔，另一个用于提供用于允许传感器部分在用铠装线包裹之后通过的通孔。

公开(公告)号：US07180828B1

公开(公告)日：2007-02-20

申请号：US10829615

申请日：2004-04-22

Applicant: Keith E. Sommer ,  Henry P. Stottmeister

Inventor： Keith E. Sommer ,  Henry P. Stottmeister

IPC: G01V1/20

CPC classification number: G01V1/201

Abstract: A hydrophone stave comprises a tubular member, a braided cord (or similar flexible structure), cylindrical hydrophones, pins, two plugs and two couplings. The hose (made of a thermoplastic material) is corrugated or convoluted, and is cuffed at both ends to permit a plug to engage at each end. Each coupling includes a wire rope (or similar flexible structure). Each hydrophone has a longitudinal through-aperture (through which the braided cord passes) and a perpendicularly transverse through-aperture (through which a pin passes while also passing through a void created between strands of the braided cord). The stave is suitable for incorporation into a hydrophone array assembly providing for a selected arrayal of hydrophones, e.g., an assembly including two opposite frames united therebetween by numerous congruous parallel staves, each stave including equally spaced hydrophones, each coupling linking a plug with a frame so that the staves are selectively arranged.

Abstract translation: 水听器壁板包括管状构件，编织绳（或类似的柔性结构），圆柱形水听器，销，两个插头和两个联接器。 软管（由热塑性材料制成）是波纹状或褶皱状的，并且在两端被压边以允许插头在每一端接合。 每个联轴器包括钢丝绳（或类似的柔性结构）。 每个水听器具有纵向通孔（编织线通过该通孔）和垂直横向通孔（销穿过该纵向通孔），同时还穿过在编织线的股线之间产生的空隙。 壁板适用于并入水听器阵列组件中，该水听器阵列组件提供选定阵列的水听器，例如，包括两个相对的框架的组件，该两个相对的框架通过许多整齐的平行平行线连接在一起，每个梯度包括相等间隔的水听器，每个连接器将插头与框架 使得板条被选择性地布置。

公开(公告)号：US07139217B2

公开(公告)日：2006-11-21

申请号：US10855177

申请日：2004-05-27

Applicant: Gary Lee Scott

Inventor： Gary Lee Scott

IPC: G01V1/38

CPC classification number: H01R13/523 ,  G01V1/201

Abstract: A seismic sensor cable is disclosed. The cable includes an outer jacket disposed on an exterior of the cable. The outer jacket excludes fluid from entering an interior of the cable. A reinforcing layer disposed within the outer jacket, which includes at least one electrical conductor disposed therein. An inner jacket is disposed within the reinforcing layer, and at least one electrical conductor disposed within an interior of the inner jacket. Some embodiments include at least one seismic sensor electrically coupled to the at least one electrical conductor disposed in the reinforcing layer In some embodiments a housing is disposed over the electrical coupling of the sensor to the conductor. The housing is molded from a polyurethane composition adapted to form a substantially interface-free bond with the cable jacket when the polyurethane cures.