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公开(公告)号：US08044726B2
公开(公告)日：2011-10-25
申请号：US12406028
申请日：2009-03-17
Applicant: Tracy Hall , Troy Stockstad , Jin Wook Kim
Inventor： Tracy Hall , Troy Stockstad , Jin Wook Kim
CPC classification number: H03L7/18
Abstract: A method for self testing a multiband voltage controlled oscillator (VCO) is described. A first frequency band in a VCO is selected. An N value is selected for a frequency divider that produces a tuning voltage for the VCO that is between a low tuning voltage limit and a high tuning voltage limit for the VCO. The N value is adjusted in one direction until the tuning voltage reaches one of the tuning voltage limits. This N value at the tuning voltage is a first limit value. The frequency bands are switched from the first frequency band to a second frequency band that is adjacent to the first frequency band.
Abstract translation: 描述了一种用于自测试多频带压控振荡器（VCO）的方法。 选择VCO中的第一频带。 为分频器选择一个N值，该分频器产生VCO的调谐电压，该调谐电压位于VCO的低调谐电压极限和高调谐电压极限之间。 N值在一个方向上调节，直到调谐电压达到调谐电压极限之一。 调谐电压下的N值为第一极限值。 频带从第一频带切换到与第一频带相邻的第二频带。
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公开(公告)号：US20100237954A1
公开(公告)日：2010-09-23
申请号：US12406028
申请日：2009-03-17
Applicant: Tracy Hall , Troy Stockstad , Jin Wook Kim
Inventor： Tracy Hall , Troy Stockstad , Jin Wook Kim
IPC: G01R23/00
CPC classification number: H03L7/18
Abstract: A method for self testing a multiband voltage controlled oscillator (VCO) is described. A first frequency band in a VCO is selected. An N value is selected for a frequency divider that produces a tuning voltage for the VCO that is between a low tuning voltage limit and a high tuning voltage limit for the VCO. The N value is adjusted in one direction until the tuning voltage reaches one of the tuning voltage limits. This N value at the tuning voltage is a first limit value. The frequency bands are switched from the first frequency band to a second frequency band that is adjacent to the first frequency band.
Abstract translation: 描述了一种用于自测试多频带压控振荡器（VCO）的方法。 选择VCO中的第一频带。 为分频器选择一个N值，该分频器产生VCO的调谐电压，该调谐电压位于VCO的低调谐电压极限和高调谐电压极限之间。 N值在一个方向上调节，直到调谐电压达到调谐电压极限之一。 调谐电压下的N值为第一极限值。 频带从第一频带切换到与第一频带相邻的第二频带。
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公开(公告)号：US20080164918A1
公开(公告)日：2008-07-10
申请号：US11962016
申请日：2007-12-20
Applicant: Troy Stockstad , Tracy Hall
Inventor： Troy Stockstad , Tracy Hall
CPC classification number: H03L7/0898 , H03L7/18
Abstract: Systems and methodologies are described that facilitate calibration of the loop bandwidth of a phase-locked loop (PLL). Calibration for the loop bandwidth of a PLL as described herein can be performed by optimizing the loop response of the PLL. Optimization of the loop response of the PLL can be achieved by modifying the value of a feedback counter of the PLL to induce a loop response at the PLL. The loop response of the PLL can be measured and compared to an ideal loop response. Based on this comparison, appropriate adjustments can be made to the PLL. Further, various techniques described herein facilitate calibration of a PLL by adjusting only parameters of a charge pump of the PLL without requiring individual control mechanisms for each element of the PLL, thereby improving PLL performance and manufacturing yield.
Abstract translation: 描述了有助于校准锁相环（PLL）的环路带宽的系统和方法。 可以通过优化PLL的环路响应来执行如本文所述的PLL的环路带宽的校准。 PLL的环路响应的优化可以通过修改PLL的反馈计数器的值来在PLL处引起环路响应来实现。 可以测量PLL的环路响应并将其与理想的环路响应进行比较。 基于此比较，可以对PLL进行适当的调整。 此外，本文描述的各种技术通过仅调整PLL的电荷泵的参数而不需要针对PLL的每个元件的单独的控制机制来促进PLL的校准，从而提高PLL性能和制造产量。
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公开(公告)号：US20080089450A1
公开(公告)日：2008-04-17
申请号：US11872365
申请日：2007-10-15
Applicant: Albert Van Zelst , Didier J. Richard Van Nee , Vincent Knowles Jones , Tracy Hall
Inventor： Albert Van Zelst , Didier J. Richard Van Nee , Vincent Knowles Jones , Tracy Hall
CPC classification number: H04L27/0014 , H04L2027/0065
Abstract: Systems and methodologies are described that facilitate mitigating ringing effects of a voltage-controlled oscillator upon turning on a transmitter. A receiver generates at least one frequency offset estimate subsequent to an antecedent frequency offset estimate that is potentially erroneous due to ringing effects. The receiver extrapolates a phase error on upcoming symbols based upon a delta between the subsequent and antecedent frequency offset estimates. The phase error is employed to correct the upcoming symbol for ringing effects. In addition, the transmitter can detect a packet in advance of being ready for transmission and power up upon detection to allow the ringing to settle.
Abstract translation: 描述了系统和方法，其在开启发射机时有助于减轻压控振荡器的振铃效应。 接收器在由于振铃效应而潜在地错误的先前频率偏移估计之后产生至少一个频率偏移估计。 接收机基于后续和先前的频率偏移估计之间的增量来推断即将到来的符号的相位误差。 采用相位误差来校正即将到来的振铃效应符号。 此外，发送器可以在准备好传输之前检测分组，并且在检测到电源以允许振铃结束时检测分组。
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公开(公告)号：US07139218B2
公开(公告)日：2006-11-21
申请号：US10710790
申请日：2004-08-03
Applicant: David R. Hall , H. Tracy Hall, Jr. , Joe Fox , David S. Pixton
Inventor： David R. Hall , H. Tracy Hall, Jr. , Joe Fox , David S. Pixton
IPC: H04H9/00
CPC classification number: E21B47/12 , G01V1/26 , G01V11/002
Abstract: A high-speed downhole network providing real-time data from downhole components of a drilling strings includes a bottom-hole node interfacing to a bottom-hole assembly located proximate the bottom end of a drill string. A top-hole node is connected proximate the top end of the drill string. One or several intermediate nodes are located along the drill string between the bottom-hole node and the top-hole node. The intermediate nodes are configured to receive and transmit data packets transmitted between the bottom-hole node and the top-hole node. A communications link, integrated into the drill string, is used to operably connect the bottom-hole node, the intermediate nodes, and the top-hole node. In selected embodiments, a personal or other computer may be connected to the top-hole node, to analyze data received from the intermediate and bottom-hole nodes.
Abstract translation: 提供来自钻井井下部件的实时数据的高速井下网络包括与位于钻柱底端附近的底孔组件对接的底孔节点。 顶孔节点靠近钻柱的顶端连接。 一个或多个中间节点位于井下节点和顶孔节点之间的钻柱上。 中间节点被配置为接收和发送在底孔节点和顶孔节点之间传输的数据分组。 集成到钻柱中的通信链路用于可操作地连接底孔节点，中间节点和顶孔节点。 在所选择的实施例中，个人或其他计算机可以连接到顶层节点，以分析从中间节点和底层节点接收的数据。
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公开(公告)号：US07098802B2
公开(公告)日：2006-08-29
申请号：US10315263
申请日：2002-12-10
Applicant: David R. Hall , H. Tracy Hall, Jr. , David S. Pixton , Kline Bradford , Joe Fox , Michael Briscoe
Inventor： David R. Hall , H. Tracy Hall, Jr. , David S. Pixton , Kline Bradford , Joe Fox , Michael Briscoe
CPC classification number: G01V11/002
Abstract: A signal transmission connection for a tool string used in exploration and production of natural resources, namely: oil, gas, and geothermal energy resources. The connection comprises first and second annular elements deployed in cooperative association with each other. The respective elements comprise inductive transducers that are capable of two-way signal transmission between each other, with downhole components of the tool string, and with ground-level equipment. The respective inductive transducers comprise one or more conductive loops housed within ferrite troughs, or within ferrite trough segments. When energized, the conductive loops produce a magnetic field suitable for transmitting the signal. The second element may be rotational in drilling applications. The respective elements may be fitted with electronic equipment to aid and manipulate the transmission of the signal. The first element may also be in communication with the World Wide Web.
Abstract translation: 用于勘探和生产自然资源的工具串的信号传输连接，即：石油，天然气和地热能资源。 连接包括彼此配合地配置的第一和第二环形元件。 相应的元件包括感应换能器，其能够彼此之间进行双向信号传输，与工具串的井下部件以及地面级设备。 相应的感应换能器包括容纳在铁氧体槽内或铁氧体槽段内的一个或多个导电回路。 当通电时，导电环产生适于传输信号的磁场。 第二元件可以在钻井应用中旋转。 各个元件可以装配有电子设备以帮助和操纵信号的传输。 第一个元素也可以与万维网通信。
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7.发明授权公开(公告)号：US07098767B2
公开(公告)日：2006-08-29
申请号：US10708793
申请日：2004-03-25
Applicant: David R. Hall , H. Tracy Hall, Jr. , David S. Pixton , Scott Dahlgren , Joe Fox , Cameron Sneddon
Inventor： David R. Hall , H. Tracy Hall, Jr. , David S. Pixton , Scott Dahlgren , Joe Fox , Cameron Sneddon
IPC: H01F27/24
CPC classification number: E21B17/028 , F16L15/001 , F16L25/01 , H01F38/14 , H01R13/533
Abstract: The present invention includes an element for use in an inductive coupler in a downhole component. The element includes a plurality of ductile, generally U-shaped leaves that are electrically conductive. The leaves are less than about 0.0625″ thick and are separated by an electrically insulating material. These leaves are aligned so as to form a generally circular trough. The invention also includes an inductive coupler for use in downhole components, the inductive coupler including an annular housing having a recess with a magnetically conductive, electrically insulating (MCEI) element disposed in the recess. The MCEI element includes a plurality of segments where each segment further includes a plurality of ductile, generally U-shaped electrically conductive leaves. Each leaf is less than about 0.0625″ thick and separated from the otherwise adjacent leaves by electrically insulating material. The segments and leaves are aligned so as to form a generally circular trough. The inductive coupler further includes an insulated conductor disposed within the generally circular trough. A polymer fills spaces between otherwise adjacent segments, the annular housing, insulated conductor, and further fills the circular trough.
Abstract translation: 本发明包括用于井下部件中的电感耦合器的元件。 元件包括导电的多个延性大体为U形的叶片。 叶子厚度小于约0.0625“，并被电绝缘材料分开。 这些叶片对准以形成大致圆形槽。 本发明还包括用于井下部件的电感耦合器，所述感应耦合器包括环形壳体，该环形壳体具有设置在所述凹部中的具有导电，电绝缘（MCEI）元件的凹部。 MCEI元件包括多个段，其中每个段还包括多个延性大体为U形的导电叶。 每个叶片厚度小于约0.0625“，并通过电绝缘材料与其他相邻叶片分离。 分段和叶片对准以形成大致圆形槽。 电感耦合器还包括设置在大致圆形槽内的绝缘导体。 聚合物填充其他相邻节段之间的空间，环形壳体，绝缘导体，并进一步填充圆形槽。
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公开(公告)号：US07017667B2
公开(公告)日：2006-03-28
申请号：US10605863
申请日：2003-10-31
Applicant: David R. Hall , H. Tracy Hall, Jr. , David S. Pixton , Kline Bradford , Joe Fox
Inventor： David R. Hall , H. Tracy Hall, Jr. , David S. Pixton , Kline Bradford , Joe Fox
IPC: E21B17/00
CPC classification number: E21B47/12 , E21B17/003 , E21B17/028
Abstract: A transmission line assembly for transmitting information along a downhole tool comprising a pin end, a box end, and a central bore traveling between the pin end and the box end, is disclosed in one embodiment of the invention as including a protective conduit. A transmission line is routed through the protective conduit. The protective conduit is routed through the central bore and the ends of the protective conduit are routed through channels formed in the pin end and box end of the downhole tool. The protective conduit is elastically forced into a spiral or other non-linear path along the interior surface of the central bore by compressing the protective conduit to a length within the downhole tool shorter than the protective conduit.
Abstract translation: 在本发明的一个实施例中公开了一种用于沿着井下工具传送信息的传输线组件，包括销端，箱端和在销端和箱端之间行进的中心孔，包括保护导管。 传输线路通过保护管道。 保护管道穿过中心孔，保护管道的端部通过形成在井下工具的销端和箱端的通道。 通过将保护导管压缩到井下工具内比保护导管短的长度，将保护导管弹性地迫使其沿着中心孔内表面的螺旋或其它非线性路径。
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公开(公告)号：US20050145406A1
公开(公告)日：2005-07-07
申请号：US10904688
申请日：2004-11-23
Applicant: David Hall , Tracy Hall , David Pixton , Scott Dahlgren , Joe Fox , Cameron Sneddon , Michael Briscoe
Inventor： David Hall , Tracy Hall , David Pixton , Scott Dahlgren , Joe Fox , Cameron Sneddon , Michael Briscoe
IPC: E21B17/00 , E21B17/02 , E21B47/12 , F16L15/00 , H01F38/14 , H01R9/05 , H01R13/523 , H01R13/646 , H01R13/66 , H02G9/00
CPC classification number: F16L15/003 , E21B17/003 , E21B17/028 , E21B47/122 , F16L15/009 , H01F38/14 , H01F2038/143 , H01R9/05 , H01R13/523 , H01R13/6633 , H01R24/566 , H01R2103/00
Abstract: The invention is a system for transmitting data through a string of downhole components. In accordance with one aspect of the invention, the system includes a plurality of downhole components, such as sections of pipe in a drill string. Each component has a first and second end, with a first communication element located at the first end and a second communication element located at the second end. Each communication element includes a first contact and a second contact. The system also includes a coaxial cable running between the first and second communication elements, the coaxial cable having a conductive tube and a conductive core within it. The system also includes a first and second connector for connecting the first and second communication elements respectively to the coaxial cable. Each connector includes a conductive sleeve, lying concentrically within the conductive tube, which fits around and makes electrical contact with the conductive core. The conductive sleeve is electrically isolated from the conductive tube. The conductive sleeve of the first connector is in electrical contact with the first contact of the first communication element, the conductive sleeve of the second connector is in electrical contact with the first contact of the second communication element, and the conductive tube is in electrical contact with both the second contact of the first communication element and the second contact of the second communication element.
Abstract translation: 本发明是一种通过井下部件串发送数据的系统。 根据本发明的一个方面，该系统包括多个井下部件，例如钻柱中的管道部分。 每个部件具有第一和第二端，第一通信元件位于第一端，第二通信元件位于第二端。 每个通信元件包括第一触点和第二触点。 该系统还包括在第一和第二通信元件之间延伸的同轴电缆，该同轴电缆在其内具有导电管和导电芯。 该系统还包括用于将第一和第二通信元件分别连接到同轴电缆的第一和第二连接器。 每个连接器包括导电套筒，其同心地位于导电管内，该导电套管围绕并与导电芯线电接触。 导电套与导电管电绝缘。 第一连接器的导电套与第一连接元件的第一触点电接触，第二连接器的导电套与第二连通元件的第一触点电接触，并且导电管是电接触的 同时第一通信元件的第二接触和第二通信元件的第二接触。
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公开(公告)号：US5086785A
公开(公告)日：1992-02-11
申请号：US392127
申请日：1989-08-10
Applicant: Christopher T. Gentile , Michael Wallace , Timothy D. Avalon , Scott Goodman , Richard Fuller , Tracy Hall
Inventor： Christopher T. Gentile , Michael Wallace , Timothy D. Avalon , Scott Goodman , Richard Fuller , Tracy Hall
CPC classification number: A61B5/4528 , A61B5/1126 , A61B5/225 , G01D5/16 , G01D5/165 , G01L1/20 , G01L9/0002 , A61B5/1121
Abstract: A sensor for detecting angular displacement of an object. The sensor comprises a substrate for attachment to the object whose angular displacement is to be sensed and a sensing means attached to the substrate and connectable into an electric circuit. The electric circuit measures the resistance of the sensing means, which changes as a function of the angular displacement. Several embodiments are disclosed, including a conductive elastomer sensor, a conductive ink sensor, a sliding resistor sensor, a force sensitive resistor sensor and a conductive fluid sensor.
Abstract translation: 一种用于检测物体的角位移的传感器。 传感器包括用于附接到要检测其角位移的物体的基板和附接到基板并可连接到电路中的感测装置。 电路测量感测装置的电阻，其作为角位移的函数而变化。 公开了几个实施例，包括导电弹性体传感器，导电油墨传感器，滑动电阻传感器，力敏电阻传感器和导电流体传感器。
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