Seismic source/receiver probe for shallow seismic surveying

Details Seismic source/receiver probe for shallow seismic surveying Seismic source/receiver probe for shallow seismic surveying

2007-03-27

2010-10-12

Hughes, Scott A (Department: 3663)

Communications, electrical: acoustic wave systems and devices

Signal transducers

Vibrator-type transmitter

C367S038000, C181S121000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07813224

ABSTRACT:
Systems and methods are implemented for evaluating underground structures and objects, particularly relatively shallow underground structures and objects, using a seismic or acoustic source signal and a resulting seismic or acoustic wave. A discrete or unitary apparatus incorporates both a seismic source transducer and a receiver transducer within a common housing or frame. A unitary seismic probe includes a ground engaging member and a seismic source mechanically coupled to the ground engaging member. The probe further includes a sensor assembly mechanically coupled to the ground engaging member and configured to sense ground vibrations resulting from an impact to the ground engaging member by the seismic source.

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