Apparatus for marine shear wave prospecting

Details Apparatus for marine shear wave prospecting Apparatus for marine shear wave prospecting

1980-12-12

1988-03-15

Moskowitz, Nelson

Acoustics

Geophysical or subsurface exploration

Seismic wave generation

367143, 181120, G01V 114

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047306920

ABSTRACT:
An underwater vibrator is specifically adapted for generating a shear wave in a seabed and includes a frame; locomotion apparatus attached to the frame for moving the vibrator over the seabed; and cable means connected between a surface support vessel and the vibrator. The vibrator also includes buoyancy and apparatus for selectively controlling the buoyancy along with apparatus for selectively engaging the seabed with the vibrator. Apparatus is also carried by the vibrator for viewing the location of the vibrator under the water which includes lights and television equipment.

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