Apparatus and method for aquiring information while drilling

Details Apparatus and method for aquiring information while drilling Apparatus and method for aquiring information while drilling

2007-12-25

2007-12-25

Neuder, William P (Department: 3672)

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Processes

With indicating, testing, measuring or locating

C166S250070, C166S100000

Reexamination Certificate

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11469555

ABSTRACT:
A downhole tool positionable in a wellbore for penetrating a subterranean formation includes a housing having at least one protuberance extending therefrom. The protuberance has at least one centralizing section and a protective section. A probe is positioned in the protective section such that the horizontal cross-sectional area of the housing along the protective section is less than the horizontal cross-sectional area of the housing along the at least one centralizing section.

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