Method and apparatus for determining the profile of a subterrane

Details Method and apparatus for determining the profile of a subterrane Method and apparatus for determining the profile of a subterrane

1987-10-14

1990-06-05

Jordan, Charles T.

Acoustics

Geophysical or subsurface exploration

Well logging

181105, 367 86, 33304, 73151, G01V 140

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ABSTRACT:
A method and apparatus for remotely determining the profile of an inaccessible subterranean passage for example in a mine. An instrument pod is moved through the passage in steps. At each step, a rangefinder scans the wall of the passage and provides to a remote monitor, range measurements from which a profile can be determined. The pod also carries clinometers for determining the orientation of the pod during each profile measurement. The pod also carries a television camera and lights so that the wall of the passage can be visually inspected.

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