公开(公告)号：US20100232258A1

公开(公告)日：2010-09-16

申请号：US12545076

申请日：2009-08-21

Applicant: MASAHIRO KAMATA

Inventor： MASAHIRO KAMATA

IPC: H04B17/00

CPC classification number: G01V13/00

Abstract: Methods and systems for calibrating seismic sensors configured or designed for use in seismic signal detection. According to certain embodiments of the present disclosure, a current is injected into a moving coil of a seismic sensor and a voltage is measured across the moving coil. The moving coil is locked by the injected current such that environmental noise is reduced while measuring the moving coil voltage.

Abstract translation: 用于校准配置或设计用于地震信号检测的地震传感器的方法和系统。 根据本公开的某些实施例，将电流注入到地震传感器的运动线圈中，并且跨越运动线圈测量电压。 移动线圈被注入的电流锁定，从而在测量动圈线圈电压的同时降低环境噪声。

公开(公告)号：US20100020636A1

公开(公告)日：2010-01-28

申请号：US12180560

申请日：2008-07-27

Applicant: Masahiro Kamata ,  Francis Maissant

Inventor： Masahiro Kamata ,  Francis Maissant

IPC: H04B17/00 ,  G01V1/00

CPC classification number: G01V1/16

Abstract: Methods and systems for determining coil eccentricity of seismic sensors configured or designed for use in seismic signal detection. A direct electrical current is applied to a moving coil of a seismic sensor such that the moving coil is dislocated from a neutral position relative to the magnetic field in the seismic sensor. A predetermined indicator is measured and eccentricity of the coil (δ) relative to the center of the magnetic filed is determined using the predetermined indicator.

Abstract translation: 用于确定配置或设计用于地震信号检测的地震传感器的线圈偏心度的方法和系统。 直接电流施加到地震传感器的运动线圈，使得运动线圈相对于地震传感器中的磁场从中立位置脱位。 测量预定指示器，并使用预定指示器来确定线圈（delta）相对于磁场中心的偏心率。

公开(公告)号：US07567485B2

公开(公告)日：2009-07-28

申请号：US11679836

申请日：2007-02-28

Applicant: Leslie Nutt ,  Tsutomu Yamate ,  Masahiro Kamata

Inventor： Leslie Nutt ,  Tsutomu Yamate ,  Masahiro Kamata

IPC: E21B47/00

CPC classification number: G01V1/40

Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus and method for sensing subsurface data. One embodiment of the invention comprises a shuttle attached to a conveyance where the conveyance and shuttle are adapted to be spooled downhole into a borehole for sensing seismic data. The shuttle contains a sensor package that is preferably acoustically isolated in the shuttle. The sensor package includes a sensor array and a magnet clamp. A sensor section can contain several shuttles, each shuttle containing at least one sensor. In one embodiment, the sensor can be a fiber optic sensor. The magnet clamp is operable to controllably clamp and acoustically couple together the sensor package, the shuttle, and the adjacent structure which is typically the borehole casing. The magnet clamp is likewise operable to unclamp and uncouple the shuttle from the adjacent structure so as to be retracted uphole for subsequent use.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了一种用于感测地下数据的装置和方法。 本发明的一个实施例包括连接到运输工具的梭子，其中运输和梭子适于在井下卷绕到用于感测地震数据的井眼中。 梭子包含传感器包，其优选地在穿梭机中隔声隔离。 传感器封装包括传感器阵列和磁体夹。 传感器部分可以包含几个梭子，每个梭子至少包含一个传感器。 在一个实施例中，传感器可以是光纤传感器。 磁体夹具可操作地可控制地将传感器封装，梭子和通常为钻孔套管的相邻结构夹紧和声耦合在一起。 磁体夹具同样可操作以使梭子从相邻的结构松开并使其脱开，以便后退使用。

公开(公告)号：US20080219096A1

公开(公告)日：2008-09-11

申请号：US11681788

申请日：2007-03-05

Applicant: WILLIAM UNDERHILL ,  MASAHIRO KAMATA ,  JIRO TAKEDA ,  COLIN WILSON

Inventor： WILLIAM UNDERHILL ,  MASAHIRO KAMATA ,  JIRO TAKEDA ,  COLIN WILSON

IPC: G01V1/00

CPC classification number: G01V1/42

Abstract: Methods and apparatus for creating a velocity profile of a formation surrounding a borehole by checkshot measurements while moving the tool along the borehole. A conveyance and a sensor section are configured to move the sensor section in the borehole. At least one receiver is configured to detect signals generated at or near the surface while the sensor section is moving in the borehole.

Abstract translation: 用于通过在沿着钻孔移动工具的同时通过检查测量来产生围绕钻孔的地层的速度分布的方法和装置。 输送和传感器部分被配置成使钻孔中的传感器部分移动。 至少一个接收器被配置为在传感器部分在钻孔中移动时检测在表面处或附近产生的信号。

公开(公告)号：US20070242563A1

公开(公告)日：2007-10-18

申请号：US11733214

申请日：2007-04-10

Applicant: MASAHIRO KAMATA

Inventor： MASAHIRO KAMATA

IPC: G01V1/28

CPC classification number: G01V13/00

Abstract: Various techniques are described which may be used to facilitate and improve seismic exploration activities. For example, one aspect of the present invention is directed to a technique for enabling in-situ measurement of geophone response parameters. Another aspect of the present invention is directed to a technique for improving geophone calibration and for improving the accuracy of measurement of geophone response parameters. Yet another aspect of the present invention is directed to a technique for compensating geophone response output data in order to improve the accuracy of such data.

Abstract translation: 描述了可用于促进和改进地震勘探活动的各种技术。 例如，本发明的一个方面涉及一种能够进行原位测量地震检波器响应参数的技术。 本发明的另一方面涉及一种用于改进地震检波器校准和提高地震检波器响应参数的测量精度的技术。 本发明的另一方面涉及一种用于补偿地震检波器响应输出数据以提高这种数据的精度的技术。

公开(公告)号：US20070165487A1

公开(公告)日：2007-07-19

申请号：US11682326

申请日：2007-03-06

Applicant: LES NUTT ,  TSUTOMU YAMATE ,  MASAHIRO KAMATA

Inventor： LES NUTT ,  TSUTOMU YAMATE ,  MASAHIRO KAMATA

IPC: G01V1/40

CPC classification number: E21B31/18 ,  G01V1/40 ,  G01V1/42 ,  G01V11/002 ,  G01V2210/6163

Abstract: The present disclosure provides, among other things, apparatuses and methods for sensing subsurface data. One embodiment comprises borehole conveyance system tool, the borehole conveyance system tool comprising a conveyance, a sensor array disposed on the conveyance, and an acquisition electronics section disposed on the conveyance distal of the sensor array. One embodiment includes at least one downhole tension sensor to help indicate when a tool is stuck and what part of the tool is stuck.

Abstract translation: 本公开尤其提供了用于感测地下数据的设备和方法。 一个实施例包括钻孔输送系统工具，钻孔输送系统工具包括输送器，设置在输送器上的传感器阵列以及设置在传感器阵列的远端的输送器上的采集电子部件。 一个实施例包括至少一个井下张力传感器，以帮助指示工具何时被卡住以及工具的哪一部分被卡住。

公开(公告)号：US20070143027A1

公开(公告)日：2007-06-21

申请号：US11679836

申请日：2007-02-28

Applicant: LES NUTT ,  TSUTOMU YAMATE ,  MASAHIRO KAMATA

Inventor： LES NUTT ,  TSUTOMU YAMATE ,  MASAHIRO KAMATA

IPC: G01V1/28

CPC classification number: G01V1/40

Abstract: The present invention provides an apparatus and method for sensing subsurface data. One embodiment of the invention comprises a shuttle attached to a conveyance where the conveyance and shuttle are adapted to be spooled downhole into a borehole for sensing seismic data. The shuttle contains a sensor package that is preferably acoustically isolated in the shuttle. The sensor package includes a sensor array and a magnet clamp. A sensor section can contain several shuttles, each shuttle containing at least one sensor. In one embodiment, the sensor can be a fiber optic sensor. The magnet clamp is operable to controllably clamp and acoustically couple together the sensor package, the shuttle, and the adjacent structure which is typically the borehole casing. The magnet clamp is likewise operable to unclamp and uncouple the shuttle from the adjacent structure so as to be retracted uphole for subsequent use.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了一种用于感测地下数据的装置和方法。 本发明的一个实施例包括连接到运输工具的梭子，其中运输和梭子适于在井下卷绕到用于感测地震数据的井眼中。 梭子包含传感器包，其优选地在穿梭机中隔声隔离。 传感器封装包括传感器阵列和磁体夹。 传感器部分可以包含几个梭子，每个梭子至少包含一个传感器。 在一个实施例中，传感器可以是光纤传感器。 磁体夹具可操作地可控制地将传感器封装，梭子和通常为钻孔套管的相邻结构夹紧和声耦合在一起。 磁体夹具同样可操作以使梭子从相邻的结构松开并使其脱开，以便后退使用。

公开(公告)号：US20070062696A1

公开(公告)日：2007-03-22

申请号：US11532904

申请日：2006-09-19

Applicant: COLIN WILSON ,  SOON CHEE ,  LES NUTT ,  TSUTOMU YAMATE ,  MASAHIRO KAMATA

Inventor： COLIN WILSON ,  SOON CHEE ,  LES NUTT ,  TSUTOMU YAMATE ,  MASAHIRO KAMATA

IPC: E21B47/00

CPC classification number: G01V11/002 ,  E21B41/0085 ,  E21B47/123

Abstract: Subterranean oilfield sensor systems and methods are provided. The subterranean oilfield sensor systems and methods facilitate downhole monitoring and high data transmission rates with power provided to at least one downhole device by a light source at the surface. In one embodiment, a system includes uphole light source, a downhole sensor, a photonic power converter at the downhole sensor, an optical fiber extending between the uphole light source and the photonic power converter, and downhole sensor electronics powered by the photonic power converter. The photonic power converter is contained in a high temperature resistant package. For example, the high temperature resistant package and photonic power converter may operate at temperatures of greater than approximately 100° C.

Abstract translation: 提供了地下油田传感器系统和方法。 地下油田传感器系统和方法通过在表面处的光源提供给至少一个井下装置的功率来促进井下监测和高数据传输速率。 在一个实施例中，系统包括井下光源，井下传感器，井下传感器处的光子功率转换器，在井上光源和光子功率转换器之间延伸的光纤以及由光子功率转换器供电的井下传感器电子装置。 光电转换器包含在耐高温封装中。 例如，耐高温封装和光子功率转换器可以在大于约100℃的温度下工作

公开(公告)号：US20060137442A1

公开(公告)日：2006-06-29

申请号：US11023848

申请日：2004-12-28

Applicant: Masahiro Kamata

Inventor： Masahiro Kamata

IPC: G01N3/02

CPC classification number: E21B49/006

Abstract: The present invention provides methods and apparatus for measuring subterranean strain. The methods and apparatus use fluid expansion principles to compensate for temperature variations and increase the accuracy of the strain measurements. The methods and apparatus contemplate the use of multiple fluid chambers according to some embodiments in order to remove temperature dependence from stress or strain measurements.

Abstract translation: 本发明提供了测量地下应变的方法和装置。 方法和装置使用流体膨胀原理来补偿温度变化并增加应变测量的精度。 根据一些实施例，该方法和设备考虑使用多个流体室，以便消除应力或应变测量的温度依赖性。

公开(公告)号：US4953136A

公开(公告)日：1990-08-28

申请号：US887307

申请日：1986-07-18

Applicant: Masahiro Kamata ,  Shitomi Katayama ,  Francis Mons ,  Robert Porter

Inventor： Masahiro Kamata ,  Shitomi Katayama ,  Francis Mons ,  Robert Porter

IPC: G01V1/40 ,  G01V1/16 ,  G01V11/00

CPC classification number: G01V11/005 ,  G01V1/16 ,  Y10S181/401 ,  Y10S367/911 ,  Y10S367/912

Abstract: A downhole seismic exploration device comprises a seismic detector such as a geophone and a magnetic clamp, supported by Q-rings in an open cradle carrier which can be secured to a cable linking several such devices into an array. The array is lowered into a cased borehole and the magnetic clamps are operated to clamp the devices temporarily to the casing. Seismic signals detected by the geophones are transmitted to the surface via the cable, the O-ring supports acting to reduce or eliminate transmission of vibrations from the borehole fluid and the cable via the carrier to the geophone. The array is then unclamped and moved to another location in the borehole and the operation repeated. The magnetic clamp comprises a rotatable permanent magnet with radial poles disposed between a pair of parallel pole piece plates protruding on each side of the device and separated by non-magnetic blocks on each side of the magnet. When the magnet poles are aligned parallel to the pole piece plates the magnetic flux extends along closed paths entirely within the pole pieces and there is no clamping action. When the magnet is rotated 90.degree. by a small motor the magnetic flux extends along the pole pieces and out of the device, clamping the device by magnetic attraction to the casing. A piezo bimorph element can be operated to vibrate the device to test the quality of the clamping before the acquisition of seismic data.

Abstract translation: 井下地震勘探装置（7）包括地震检波器（44），例如地震检波器和磁性夹具（51,52），其由打开的支架托架（39）中的O形环（45,46）支撑，所述O形环可以是 固定到将几个这样的装置（7）连接成阵列的电缆（64）。 将阵列下降到套管钻孔（3）中，并且操作磁性夹具（51,52）以将装置临时夹紧到壳体（3）。 由地震检波器（44）检测到的地震信号通过电缆（64）传递到表面，O形环支撑件（45,46）用于减少或消除来自井眼流体和电缆（64）的振动的传播。 载体（39）到地震检波器（44）。 然后将阵列松开并移动到钻孔（2）中的另一个位置，并重复操作。