System and method for connecting wired drill pipe

Details System and method for connecting wired drill pipe System and method for connecting wired drill pipe

2009-03-03

2011-10-11

Neuder, William P (Department: 3676)

Wells

With electrical means

C166S380000, C166S242100

Reexamination Certificate

active

08033329

ABSTRACT:
A system and method for facilitating the formation of electrical connections between wired drill pipes is provided. Wired drill pipes comprise connection ends that each have a plurality of independent conductors. The independent conductors are arranged to enable a plurality of conductive connections between adjacent wired drill pipes when the wired drill pipes are physically connected.

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