Neutron shielding for downhole tool

Details Neutron shielding for downhole tool Neutron shielding for downhole tool

2009-05-05

2011-12-13

Porta, David (Department: 2884)

Radiant energy

Geological testing or irradiation

Well testing apparatus and methods

C250S253000, C250S254000, C250S267000, C250S269400, C250S505100

Reexamination Certificate

active

08076634

ABSTRACT:
A downhole tool for performing measurement of a formation. The tool comprising a housing surrounding a source for generating neutrons and a detector for detecting the neutrons. A shield is located outside of, or embedded in, the housing and focuses the neutrons.

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