Measuring and testing – Inspecting
Reexamination Certificate
2006-09-12
2006-09-12
Larkin, Daniel S. (Department: 2856)
Measuring and testing
Inspecting
C324S716000, C324S718000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07104147
ABSTRACT:
A system and method for measuring a voltage differential in a current-carrying pipe using a propulsion vehicle. The system may be adapted for use with a pipeline pig or other propulsion device, which is configured to determine the electric current in a pipeline with nominal noise while the apparatus is moving. One aspect of the present invention is a pig which is outfitted with electrical contacts. These electrical contacts may optionally consist of rotating steel brushes and/or rotating steel knives. The pig includes data logging capabilities which may record location and voltage data. A pig according to the present invention optionally may include electromechanical devices which reduce electrical noise.
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Fagbayi Kola
Mateer Mark W.
Pots Bert
Scott P. Kevin
Hickman William E.
Larkin Daniel S.
Rogers David A.
Shell Oil Company
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