Data processing: measuring – calibrating – or testing – Measurement system in a specific environment – Earth science
Patent
1997-12-10
2000-03-07
McElheny, Jr., Donald E.
Data processing: measuring, calibrating, or testing
Measurement system in a specific environment
Earth science
G06F 1900
Patent
active
060352574
ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to a control system for a vibrator system capable of generating and applying a reciprocating force to an object, such as the underlying ground or water. The control system is generally provided with a means for outputting a drive signal having a fundamental frequency to the vibrator system to activate the reciprocating of the base plate of the vibrating system and a means for receiving a vibrator output signal indicative of the force applied to the object. The vibrator output signal includes at least one harmonic frequency signal and is delayed with respect to the phase of the initial drive signal. To increase the signal-to-noise ratio of the vibrator system, the control system includes a harmonic distortion reduction means receiving the vibrator output signal for outputting at least one harmonic drive signal to the vibrator system. The harmonic drive signal has a proper phase, amplitude, polarity, and frequency which are adjusted to minimize at least one of the harmonic frequency signals being produced by the vibrator system.
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McElheny Jr. Donald E.
Pelton Company
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