公开(公告)号：US20060209633A1

公开(公告)日：2006-09-21

申请号：US11082264

申请日：2005-03-17

Applicant: Nicholas George ,  Ole-Fredrik Semb

Inventor： Nicholas George ,  Ole-Fredrik Semb

IPC: G01V1/38

CPC classification number: G01V1/201 ,  H02G1/10

Abstract: An ocean bottom cable system includes: a cable adapted to be extended from a vessel at the surface of a body of water to the bottom of a body of water. The cable includes at least one electrical conductor or at least one optical fiber. A plurality of sensor units is disposed at spaced apart locations along the cable; and at least one swivel is disposed in the cable between the vessel and at least one of the sensor units. The swivel is adapted to enable relative rotation thereby relieving torsional stress between ends of the cable coupled thereto, and is adapted to transmit axial force along the cable therethrough.

Abstract translation: 海底电缆系统包括：适于从水体表面的容器延伸到水体底部的电缆。 电缆包括至少一个电导体或至少一个光纤。 多个传感器单元沿着电缆设置在间隔开的位置处; 并且在容器和至少一个传感器单元之间的电缆中设置至少一个旋转件。 旋转件适于实现相对旋转，从而减轻与其耦合的电缆的端部之间的扭转应力，并且适于沿着电缆穿过其传递轴向力。

公开(公告)号：US07075858B2

公开(公告)日：2006-07-11

申请号：US10487451

申请日：2002-08-20

Applicant: Yves Doisy ,  Laurent Deruaz ,  Edmond Noutary

Inventor： Yves Doisy ,  Laurent Deruaz ,  Edmond Noutary

IPC: G01S3/805 ,  G01V1/20 ,  G01V1/38

CPC classification number: G01S3/805 ,  G01S3/808 ,  G01V1/201

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a signal processing method for a towed linear antenna, notably to resolve right-left ambiguity, said antenna comprising a set of hydrophone multiplets each with n≧3 hydrophones spread over a straight section of the longitudinal axis of said antenna, wherein the roll angle of each multiplet relative to the vertical is measured, the signals of said hydrophones and said roll angles are used to synthesize p≧3 linear sub-antennas, then M azimuth channels are formed with each sub-antenna and 2 adaptive right-left channels are formed from said p sub-antennas for each direction corresponding to each azimuth channel. The invention resolves right-left ambiguity with optimal performance in detection and for long antennas.

Abstract translation: 本公开涉及一种用于拖曳线性天线的信号处理方法，特别是用于解决左右歧义，所述天线包括一组水听器多重点，每组具有扩展在所述天线的纵向轴线的直线部分上的n≥3个水听器， 其中测量每个多重峰相对于垂直线的滚动角度，所述水听器和所述滚角的信号用于合成p> = 3个线性子天线，然后用每个子天线形成M个方位角通道，并且2个自适应 对于与每个方位通道相对应的每个方向，从所述p个子天线形成左右通道。 本发明解决了在检测和长天线中具有最佳性能的左右模糊度。

公开(公告)号：US20060126432A1

公开(公告)日：2006-06-15

申请号：US11009804

申请日：2004-12-10

Applicant: Jeroen Hoogeveen

Inventor： Jeroen Hoogeveen

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. Seismic sensors are disposed at spaced apart locations along the interior of the jacket. A flexible, acoustically transparent material fills the space inside the jacket. The material is introduced into the inside of the jacket in liquid form and undergoes a state change thereafter. The strength member, prior to and during the state change, is maintained in substantially a same position with respect to the jacket as would occur during ordinary operation of the streamer. The maintaining position is performed at least at a location along the jacket where a device is to be coupled externally to the jacket.

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。 地震传感器沿着护套的内部设置在间隔开的位置。 灵活的声透明材料填充护套内的空间。 将材料以液体形式引入夹套的内部，此后进行状态改变。 在状态改变之前和期间，强度构件在飘带的普通操作期间将保持在与夹克基本相同的位置。 保持位置至少在沿着护套的位置处进行，其中装置将外部连接到护套。

公开(公告)号：US20060003626A1

公开(公告)日：2006-01-05

申请号：US11173467

申请日：2005-07-01

Applicant: Paul Roberts

Inventor： Paul Roberts

IPC: H01R13/58

CPC classification number: H02G1/10 ,  G01V1/201 ,  H01R13/523 ,  H01R13/58 ,  H02G9/00

Abstract: A cable connection for connecting a cable 9 to an underwater installation 7 comprises a connector (2, see FIG. 2) for connection to an end of the cable 9, the connector having at a first end engagement means for engaging with the installation 7, a tether (4, see FIG. 2) which in use has a first end attached to the connector and a second end attached to the cable at a distance from said end of the cable and guide means (12, 13, 14) located proximate a section of the cable adjacent said end of the cable so that in use said section is substantially restrained by said guide means at a predetermined angle with respect to the engagement means.

Abstract translation: 用于将电缆9连接到水下设备7的电缆连接件包括用于连接到电缆9的端部的连接器（2，参见图2），连接器具有用于与安装件7接合的第一端接合装置， 系绳（4，参见图2），其在使用中具有附接到连接器的第一端和附接到电缆的第二端，该电缆距离电缆的端部一定距离，并且位于邻近的电缆引导装置（12,13,14） 所述电缆的与所述电缆的所述端部相邻的部分，使得在使用中所述部分基本上被所述引导装置相对于所述接合装置预定的角度约束。

公开(公告)号：US06879542B2

公开(公告)日：2005-04-12

申请号：US10240271

申请日：2001-03-23

Applicant: Didier Soreau ,  Claude Lemoine ,  Jean-Philippe Goudeau ,  Philippe Kerdraon

Inventor： Didier Soreau ,  Claude Lemoine ,  Jean-Philippe Goudeau ,  Philippe Kerdraon

IPC: G01V1/20 ,  G01V1/38

CPC classification number: G01V1/3826 ,  G01V1/201

Abstract: A device that allows control of the navigation of a towed underwater device, such as a linear acoustic antenna. The device is equipped with a pair of horizontal wings and a pair of vertical wings. These wings are kept horizontal and vertical by pendular movement of the device about the antenna on which the device is fixed. The action of the horizontal wings, which influence only immersion, and of the vertical wings, which influence only the lateral offset, are thus decoupled. The power consumption of the device is reduced, thus allowing the device to be powered by internal batteries and allowing the device to be mounted on existing antennas.

Abstract translation: 允许控制诸如线性声学天线的拖曳水下装置的导航的装置。 该装置配有一对水平翼和一对垂直翼。 这些机翼通过设备围绕设备固定的天线的摆动运动而保持水平和垂直。 因此，仅影响浸没的水平翼的作用和仅影响横向偏移的垂直翼的作用被解耦。 降低了设备的功耗，从而允许设备由内部电池供电，并允许将设备安装在现有天线上。

公开(公告)号：US06728431B2

公开(公告)日：2004-04-27

申请号：US09983048

申请日：2001-10-15

Applicant: Gregory H. Ames ,  Antonio L. Deus, III

Inventor： Gregory H. Ames ,  Antonio L. Deus, III

IPC: G02B600

CPC classification number: G01D5/35303 ,  G01V1/201

Abstract: The present invention relates to a system for sensing the curvature of a towed hydrophone array and a curvature sensor used in the system. The system has at least two curvature sensors positioned along the length of the array. Each of the curvature sensors comprises a bend member which bends as the array bends, at least one optical fiber within the bend member, and at least one detection device embedded within the at least one optical fiber to detect a change in the strain in the at least one optical fiber.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及用于感测拖曳的水听器阵列的曲率的系统和在系统中使用的曲率传感器。 该系统具有沿阵列长度定位的至少两个曲率传感器。 每个曲率传感器包括弯曲构件，弯曲构件在阵列弯曲时弯曲，弯曲构件内的至少一个光纤，以及嵌入至少一根光纤内的至少一个检测装置，以检测在该 至少一根光纤。

公开(公告)号：US20040050314A1

公开(公告)日：2004-03-18

申请号：US10244923

申请日：2002-09-12

Inventor： Michael R. Williams

IPC: F15D001/10 ,  B63B021/58

CPC classification number: G02B6/4427 ,  B63B21/66 ,  G01V1/201 ,  G02B6/4465 ,  H01R13/533

Abstract: A distributed fiber strength member tow cable termination assembly (DTCTA) having a strength member termination area which is spaced from a signal conductor termination area, and which includes a seal area having a plurality of sealing members is disclosed. The strength member termination area preferably includes a strength member termination wedge having a curved outer face which allows for higher termination efficiency. The strength member termination area and signal conductor termination area are distributed, or separated, a predetermined distance by an interface section, for example a length of hose. The separation of the strength member termination area from the signal conductor termination area allows for several improvements in the DTCTA not possible in the prior art due to the previous need to terminate the signal conductors co-located with the strength termination member.

Abstract translation: 公开了具有与信号导体终端区域间隔开的强度构件终止区域并且包括具有多个密封构件的密封区域的分布式纤维强度构件牵引电缆端接组件（DTCTA）。 强度构件终止区优选地包括具有弯曲外表面的加强构件终止楔，其允许更高的终止效率。 强度构件终止区域和信号导体终端区域通过界面部分（例如软管的长度）分布或分离预定距离。 由于先前需要终止与强度端接构件共同定位的信号导体，强度构件终止区域与信号导体终端区域的分离允许现有技术中DTCTA的几个改进是不可能的。

公开(公告)号：US06683819B1

公开(公告)日：2004-01-27

申请号：US10348517

申请日：2003-01-21

Applicant: Michelle K. Estaphan ,  Frederick J. Frodyma ,  Guy T. Railey ,  Daniel M. Viccione

Inventor： Michelle K. Estaphan ,  Frederick J. Frodyma ,  Guy T. Railey ,  Daniel M. Viccione

IPC: G01S1500

CPC classification number: G01V1/201 ,  B63B21/66 ,  G01S7/521 ,  G01S15/06

Abstract: The sonar array system includes a receive array of hydrophones and a transmit array of acoustic projectors disposed on a common axis. The sonar array system can be coupled to a ship and deployed and recovered from a single winch and through a single ship hull penetrator. When towed through water by the ship, the sonar array system provides a substantially horizontal transmit/receive array.

Abstract translation: 声纳阵列系统包括设置在公共轴上的水听器的接收阵列和声学投影仪的发射阵列。 声纳阵列系统可以联接到船上，并从单个绞盘和单个船体穿透器进行部署和恢复。 当船舶被水拖过时，声纳阵列系统提供基本水平的发射/接收阵列。

公开(公告)号：US20040004907A1

公开(公告)日：2004-01-08

申请号：US10275037

申请日：2003-07-03

Inventor： Peter Austad ,  Rolf Rustad

IPC: G01V001/38

CPC classification number: G01V1/3835 ,  G01V1/201

Abstract: An acoustic emitter for coupling in series in a marine seismic streamer is provided with an annular housing and an annular piezoelectric emitting element positioned coaxially within the housing. This form of construction permits the electrical or electro-optical transmission line which normally runs along the axis of the streamer to pass through the centre of the emitting element, while also permitting the emitter to be spooled with the streamer.

Abstract translation: 用于在海洋地震拖缆中串联耦合的声发射器设置有环形壳体和同轴地定位在壳体内的环形压电发射元件。 这种结构形式允许通常沿着拖缆的轴线行进的电或电 - 光传输线通过发射元件的中心，同时还允许发射器与流光缆卷绕。

公开(公告)号：US20030227822A1

公开(公告)日：2003-12-11

申请号：US10460109

申请日：2003-06-11

Applicant: CONCORD TECHNOLOGIES, LP

Inventor： Stephen L. Grieger

IPC: G01V001/38

CPC classification number: G01V1/38 ,  G01V1/201

Abstract: An inner race for a streamer cable connector. The inner race includes first and second curved sections with a screwless fastener for clamping the two sections together about the streamer cable. The two curved sections may be hinged at first ends so that the inner race can be opened like a clam shell for placement about the cable. Cooperating teeth on the second ends of the inner race provide a screwless fastener for the two halves, with the teeth cooperatively arranged to ratchet by each other as the curved sections are closed around the cable.

Abstract translation: 用于流光缆电缆连接器的内圈。 内圈包括具有无螺纹紧固件的第一和第二弯曲部分，用于将两个部分夹在流光缆上。 两个弯曲部分可以在第一端处铰接，使得内圈可以像蛤壳一样打开以放置在电缆周围。 在内圈的第二端上的配合齿为两个半部提供无螺纹紧固件，当弯曲部分围绕电缆闭合时，齿配合地相互棘爪配合。