System and method for towing acoustic source arrays

Details System and method for towing acoustic source arrays System and method for towing acoustic source arrays

2009-03-27

2011-11-01

Keith, Jack (Department: 3663)

Communications, electrical: acoustic wave systems and devices

Seismic prospecting

Offshore prospecting

C367S153000, C114S253000

Reexamination Certificate

active

08050139

ABSTRACT:
A technique facilitates the production of acoustic pulses used in marine seismic surveys. A source array system comprises a plurality of acoustic sources suspended from a float in a plurality of layers positioned at different vertical levels. A bridle is coupled to the plurality of layers to enable towing of the source array system. The bridle is constructed and connected in a manner such that the arrangement of acoustic sources substantially retains its nominal shape during towing.

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