Windshield and sound-barrier for seismic sensors

Details Windshield and sound-barrier for seismic sensors Windshield and sound-barrier for seismic sensors

2007-08-14

2007-08-14

San Martin, Edgardo (Department: 2837)

Acoustics

Geophysical or subsurface exploration

Seismic wave detection

C181S108000, C181S205000, C181S198000, C381S359000, C367S901000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10713935

ABSTRACT:
A system and method for reducing acoustic, wind or other background noise that may interfere with sensing of a seismic signal is provided. More specifically, a shield is provided to enclose a geophone and thereby protect it from harmful noise. The shield may comprise a rigid shell, a structural damping material, an acoustically absorptive material, and a compliant seal for coupling the shield to the ground or reference surface.

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