System and method for sensing load on a downhole tool

Details System and method for sensing load on a downhole tool System and method for sensing load on a downhole tool

2007-06-26

2007-06-26

Neuder, William (Department: 3672)

Wells

With electrical means

Indicating

C166S250170, C166S250010

Reexamination Certificate

active

10769121

ABSTRACT:
A system and method for determining load on a downhole tool according to which one or more sensors are embedded in one or more components of the tool or in a material on one or more of the components. The sensors are adapted to sense load on the components.

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