Acoustic impulse generator

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1978-03-14

1980-05-13

Birmiel, Howard A.

Acoustics

Geophysical or subsurface exploration

Seismic wave generation

181118, G01V 138

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042024250

ABSTRACT:
An acoustic impulse generator is disclosed for use in a fluid media for oceanographic, seismographic and related applications. The generator includes a housing with a piston slidably disposed therein and a passageway through which a rod attached to the piston moves. A firing chamber is attached to the housing for channeling a quantity of liquid through a nozzle. A diaphragm may be disposed between the housing and the firing chamber with the quantity of liquid being displaced in response to movement of the piston.

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