Communications – electrical: acoustic wave systems and devices – Seismic prospecting – Offshore prospecting
Reexamination Certificate
2006-07-21
2008-11-25
Keith, Jack W (Department: 3663)
Communications, electrical: acoustic wave systems and devices
Seismic prospecting
Offshore prospecting
C367S142000, C181S110000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07457193
ABSTRACT:
A marine seismic energy source includes a seismic tow cable configured to be towed by a vessel from one end and at least one seismic source coupled proximate another end of the tow cable. The at least one seismic source is associated with a depth controller. The depth controller is configured to move the seismic source to a selectable depth in a body of water.
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Diacou Ari M
Fagin Richard A.
Keith Jack W
PGS Geophysical AS
Thigpen E. Eugene
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