Method for determining properties of earth formations using...

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2008-05-20

2008-05-20

McElheny, Jr., Donald E (Department: 2857)

Data processing: measuring, calibrating, or testing

Measurement system in a specific environment

Earth science

C702S013000

Reexamination Certificate

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07376514

ABSTRACT:
Techniques for estimating the fraction of water in formations being investigated use measurements of dielectric permittivity at a number of frequencies. The techniques have the advantage of minimizing or eliminating external inputs that can introduce inaccuracies.

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