Cutter tool insert having sensing device
US-9222350-B2 · Dec 29, 2015 · US
Flowbore mounted sensor package
US8960281B2 · US · B2
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Publication number | US-8960281-B2 |
| Application number | US-201113177918-A |
| Country | US |
| Kind code | B2 |
| Filing date | Jul 7, 2011 |
| Priority date | Jul 7, 2011 |
| Publication date | Feb 24, 2015 |
| Grant date | Feb 24, 2015 |
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Apparatus including a sensor-containing body is disposable within a flowbore of a downhole tool. The apparatus also comprises an adjustable engagement mechanism that is coupled to the body. The engagement mechanism has a first position that allows the body to move longitudinally through the flowbore, and a second position that prevents movement of the body relative to the flowbore.
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What is claimed is: 1. An apparatus for use in a downhole tool, the apparatus comprising: a body disposable within a flowbore of a downhole tool; a sensor assembly disposed within said body; and an engagement mechanism coupled to said body, the engagement mechanism comprising: a plurality of inclined ramps disposed in spaced-apart relationship about the circumference of said body and unconnected to one another; and a plurality of contact fins, each of said contact fins slid…
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- What does patent US8960281B2 cover?
- Apparatus including a sensor-containing body is disposable within a flowbore of a downhole tool. The apparatus also comprises an adjustable engagement mechanism that is coupled to the body. The engagement mechanism has a first position that allows the body to move longitudinally through the flowbore, and a second position that prevents movement of the body relative to the flowbore.
- Who is the assignee on this patent?
- Epperson Brandon Charles, Grosz Gregory Christopher, Mcvea Alison Paige, and 1 more
- What technology area does this patent fall under?
- Primary CPC classification E21B47/01. Mapped technology areas include Fixed Constructions.
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- Publication date Tue Feb 24 2015 00:00:00 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) (B2). Legal status and post-grant events are not shown on this page.
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