Radiant energy – Geological testing or irradiation – Well testing apparatus and methods
Reexamination Certificate
2007-12-18
2007-12-18
Porta, David (Department: 2884)
Radiant energy
Geological testing or irradiation
Well testing apparatus and methods
C250S269300
Reexamination Certificate
active
10820632
ABSTRACT:
A gamma ray detector assembly for placement in a logging tool in a borehole can include a first gamma ray detector elongated along an axis and having a void extending along the axis. A second gamma ray detector conforms to at least a portion of the void. The first and the second gamma ray detectors are configured to be positioned in the borehole.
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Baker David S
Myers Bigel & Sibley & Sajovec
North Carolina State University
Porta David
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