Ultrasonic probes are provided to abate unwanted signal noise. An ultrasonic probe includes a bundle of rods configured to sample data at a first end and propagate a signal encoding the sampled data to a second end. Each of the rods in the bundle of rods has a substantially similar length and a substantially similar diameter. The ultrasonic probe also includes a shell concentrically disposed around the bundle of rods. The shell is configured to pack the bundle of rods together. The shell includes a plurality of grooves configured to abate a prevailing bulk wave sampled by the first end.
A method for scanning a target object is provided. The method includes generating a scanning path including source poses at which a target object is scanned by a scanning source. The method also includes moving the target object along the scanning path and emitting a beam towards a region of interest (ROI) on the target object at each source pose. The method further includes receiving data characterizing the ROI based on the emitted beam and generating scanning data representing a geometrical position and an orientation of the ROI of the target object for each source pose. Pose information can be extracted based on the source poses and a 3D model of the target object can be reconstructed using the pose information and the scanning data and provided for display. Related systems and non-transitory computer readable mediums are also provided.
G01N 23/046 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of wave or particle radiation, e.g. X-rays or neutrons, not covered by groups , or by transmitting the radiation through the material and forming images of the material using tomography, e.g. computed tomography [CT]
G01N 23/083 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of wave or particle radiation, e.g. X-rays or neutrons, not covered by groups , or by transmitting the radiation through the material and measuring the absorption the radiation being X-rays
An apparatus for performing non-destructive testing is provided. The apparatus includes a housing having a front face for displaying a user interface and a rear face. A plurality of first buttons is disposed on the rear face of the housing adjacent to a side face, and receives a first set of user inputs from a user. One or more second buttons are disposed on the housing and receive a second set of user inputs from the user. The first set of user inputs and the second set of user inputs are received via a forefinger and a thumb, respectively, of the user. The plurality of first buttons and the one or more second buttons are together configured to select a precise value of an operating parameter of the apparatus. Related methods of use are also described.
A method includes receiving, by a data processor of a non-destructive testing (NDT) device, data characterizing an inspection point identifying an asset to be inspected using the NDT device. The method also includes determining, by the data processor, an inspection procedure associated with the asset based on the inspection point included in the received data. In addition, the method includes determining, by the data processor, a user interface configuration of the NDT device, the user interface configuration including a graphical interface configuration provided via a graphical user interface displayed on a display of the NDT device and a manual interface configuration corresponding to an actuated interface device of the NDT device. The method further includes configuring, by the data processor, the NDT device to perform the inspection procedure by applying the determined user interface configuration.
Data includes a first dataset with a first set of attributes and a second dataset with a second set of attributes is received. The first dataset and the second dataset are associated with an industrial asset. A first attribute value of a first attribute in the first set of attributes is assigned a first priority value and a second attribute value of the first attribute in the second set of attributes is assigned a second priority value. A third dataset that includes a third set of attributes of the industrial asset is generated. The third set of attributes includes the first attribute. An attribute value between the first attribute value and the second attribute value is selected based on the first priority value and the second priority value. The first attribute of the third set of attributes of the third dataset is set to the selected attribute value.
A method for measuring a feature near the edge of an object comprising receiving image data characterizing the object, identifying an edge of the object, identifying a point on the perimeter of the feature at a position opposite the edge of the object, determining a reference plane, determining a three-dimensional reference line on the reference plane associated with the edge of the object, determining a three-dimensional measurement point on the reference plane based on the point on the perimeter of the feature, and determining the perpendicular distance from the measurement point to the reference line.
G01B 11/02 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring length, width, or thickness
G01B 11/03 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring length, width, or thickness by measuring coordinates of points
G01B 11/25 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring contours or curvatures by projecting a pattern, e.g. moiré fringes, on the object
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PROBABILITY OF DETECTION OF LIFECYCLE PHASES OF CORROSION UNDER INSULATION USING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND TEMPORAL THERMOGRAPHY
A system for determining corrosion under insulation of an industrial asset is provided. The system includes an infrared camera configured to acquire one or more time-series infrared images of an industrial asset. The system further includes a computing device configured to receive data characterizing the one or more time-series infrared images, and to identify an area of interest of the industrial asset within the one or more time-series infrared images. The computing device further configured to identify, by a machine learning algorithm, a plurality of defects within the area of interest based on pixel-wise assignment of at least one defect category selected from a plurality of defect categories associated with corrosion under insulation of the industrial asset, and to provide the plurality of defects within the area of interest of the industrial asset. Related methods, apparatuses, and computer-readable mediums are also provided.
A first set of data is received by a non-destructive testing device (NDT device) from a remote system. A second set of data is received by the NDT device from a sensor on the NDT device. In response to receiving the second set of data, the first set of data and the second set of data are synchronized to create a synchronized set of data by comparing the first set of data and the second set of data, identifying differences between the first set of data and the second set of data, and providing a set of data that include elements of both the first set of data and the second set of data. Synchronizing occurs automatically during an inspection. The synchronizing occurs between the NDT device and the remote system such that the synchronized set of data is present on both the NDT device and the remote system.
A method is provided and includes receiving a list including a footprint of one or more sites, three-dimensional locations of one or more assets located, respectively at the one or more sites, and obstacles located at the site. A first circle associated with selected ones of the assets can be identified and a plurality of discrete nodes along the circumference of each first circle can be determined. Inspection planning rules can be received and include a respective perimeter associated with each of the selected assets, and a no-travel zone associated with each of the selected assets and/or the obstacles. A node-node cost between each node of the first circles and a node-node time for travel between respective nodes of the first circles can be determined. An inspection plan can be determined based on the node-node cost and the node-node time and provided to an autonomous vehicle.
A method of manufacturing is provided. The method can include determining a cross- sectional shape of an object to be inspected using a sensor configured with a sensor coil. The method can also include providing a substrate having a profile matching the cross-sectional shape of the object. The method can further include applying a dielectric material to the substrate in a patter matching a shape of the sensor coil. The method can also include forming a first layer of a first material on the dielectric material by sputtering particles of the first material on the dielectric material in the pattern and forming additional layers of the first material atop the first layer by iteratively depositing the additional layers in the pattern via an additive manufacturing technique. A sensor including a sensor coil formed via the method is also provided.
G01N 29/22 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of ultrasonic, sonic or infrasonic waves; Visualisation of the interior of objects by transmitting ultrasonic or sonic waves through the object - Details
G01N 29/265 - Arrangements for orientation or scanning by moving the sensor relative to a stationary material
G01N 27/90 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of electric, electrochemical, or magnetic means by investigating magnetic variables for investigating the presence of flaws using eddy currents
BAKER HUGHES ENERGY TECHNOLOGY UK LIMITED (United Kingdom)
BAKER HUGHES HOLDINGS LLC (USA)
Inventor
Meduri, Uday
Martini, Carlo Maria
Bigi, Manuele
Mani, Saminathan
Pal, Subrata
Abstract
A pump for use with fluids having particulates has an inlet to allow the fluids into a chamber of the pump. The chamber has a direct flow path of at least one larger width than a side flow path, and has a movable blade and diffuser stack within the chamber. Power features of the pump cause the movable blade to impart a centrifugal force on the fluids within the chamber, while at least one protrusion located circumferentially with respect to the chamber causes the particulates of a direct flow path to gather or causes the particulates to divert from a direction associated with at least one cavity of the chamber.
F04D 7/04 - Pumps adapted for handling specific fluids, e.g. by selection of specific materials for pumps or pump parts of centrifugal type the fluids being viscous or non-homogeneous
F04D 13/06 - Units comprising pumps and their driving means the pump being electrically driven
F04D 29/16 - Sealings between pressure and suction sides
A method for manufacturing a motor lead cable includes the steps of forming one or more motor leads and placing external armor around the one or motor leads. The step of forming each of the one or more motor leads includes providing an insulated conductor, providing an open capillary tube that has opposing sides that have not been joined together, placing the insulated conductor inside the unclosed capillary tube, approximating the sides of the unclosed capillary tube around the insulated conductor, and welding the sides of the capillary tube together to form a closed capillary tube around the insulated conductor.
E21B 47/125 - Means for transmitting measuring-signals or control signals from the well to the surface, or from the surface to the well, e.g. for logging while drilling using earth as an electrical conductor
E21B 17/20 - Flexible or articulated drilling pipes
A method includes receiving data characterizing an acoustic signals reflected by a defect in a target object, a thickness of the target object and an expected depth of the defect. The acoustic signal is detected by a detector located on the surface of the target object. The method also includes determining a display range based on the thickness of the target object and a display delay based on the expected depth the target object of the defect in target object. The method further includes rendering, in a graph in a graphical user interface display space, a first visual representation of the acoustic signal, the graph including a first axis indicative of distance between the defect and the detector, and a second axis indicative of amplitudes of acoustic signals detected by the detector. The first axis extends from a first distance value to a second distance value, the first distance value is set to the display delay and a difference between the second distance value and the first distance value is set to the display range. The method further includes rendering, in the graphical user interface display space, a second visual representation of a first measurement gate.
A system and method for safe site navigation through an industrial operating environment is provided. The system can include a first computing device communicatively coupled to a second computing device via a network. The second computing device can include at least one data processor configured to receive first data from the first computing device. The first data identifying an industrial equipment configured in an oil and gas production environment. The at least one data processor can determine, based on the first data, second data including a visual depiction of the industrial equipment and can provide, to the first computing device, the visual depiction for display on the first computing device.
Data characterizing a first set of locations of a plurality of sensors at an industrial site is received. Gas concentration, wind velocity at the industrial site, and an identified leakage area at the industrial site are detected by the plurality of sensors. Locations and leakage rates of one or more leakage sources is determined in the identified leakage area by a predictive dispersion model. The predictive dispersion model is configured to receive the wind velocity at the industrial site and the locations and leakage rates of the one or more potential leakage sources as input and generate the set of estimated gas concentration as output. A comparative metric based on the set of estimated gas concentrations is compared to the detected gas concentrations. The selected location and leakage rates of the potential leakage sources in a current iteration of the iterative determination are provided.
A method includes receiving data characterizing locations of potential sources and of potential sensors at an industrial site, and receiving data characterizing a plurality of wind velocities at the industrial site. The method includes calculating a first prediction error of localization associated with a first set of potential sensors of the plurality of potential sensors, calculating a second prediction error of localization associated with a second set of potential sensors of the plurality of potential sensors, the calculating being based on a second set of scenario prediction errors associated with the plurality of scenarios, and selecting the first set of potential sensors to provide locations associated the first sub-set of potential sensors.
G06Q 10/06 - Resources, workflows, human or project management; Enterprise or organisation planning; Enterprise or organisation modelling
G01W 1/02 - Instruments for indicating weather conditions by measuring two or more variables, e.g. humidity, pressure, temperature, cloud cover or wind speed
An asset management system can be configured to receive at least a portion of a plurality of data and to determine a concentricity of at least one of the rotor or stator. The rotor or stator concentricity can be a vector including an amplitude and an angle and can characterizes a difference between a location of a predetermined center point and a location of a geometric center point of the rotor or stator, respectively. The system can also receive a concentricity vector selection including at least one of the rotor concentricity vector or the stator concentricity vector and can receive a selection of one of the correlated operating parameters. A plot format selection can be received and a graphical user interface (GUI) including a plot can be generated. The plot can include a portion of the selected concentricity vector as a function of the selected correlated operating parameter.
H02K 11/20 - Structural association of dynamo-electric machines with electric components or with devices for shielding, monitoring or protection for measuring, monitoring, testing, protecting or switching
H02K 15/16 - Centering rotors within the stator; Balancing rotors
G06F 3/048 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI]
G06F 30/17 - Mechanical parametric or variational design
G06F 30/20 - Design optimisation, verification or simulation
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MACHINE LEARNING BASED TECHNIQUES FOR PREDICTING COMPONENT CORROSION LIKELIHOOD
A machine learning based method for determining a likelihood of corrosion of a component is provided. The method comprises receiving data associated with a portion of at least one component, the data describing one or more operating conditions of the portion of the at least one component, applying, to the data associated with the portion, a first machine learning model, determining, responsive to the applying of the first machine learning model, a likelihood of corrosion specific to the at least one component based at least in part on the one or more operating conditions of the portion, and outputting, automatically and without user intervention, the likelihood of corrosion specific to the at least one component on a display.
A system is provided including an unmanned aerial vehicle. The unmanned aerial vehicle can include at least one gas sensor and a manifold coupled to the at least one gas sensor. The manifold can include at least one sample conduit including a sample inlet, a filter, and a valve coupled to the filter. The unmanned aerial vehicle can include a controller and a computing device coupled to the controller. The computing device can include a processor configured to perform operations to receive sensor data characterizing a first sample of a first gas sampled via the at least one sensor. The processor can also determine sample data associated with the first gas based on the sensor data. The sample data can include a concentration and a type of the first gas. The processor can further provide the sample data. Related methods, apparatus, techniques and articles are also described.
A method for configuring an asset monitoring system is provided. The method can include receiving a configuration including a configuration property of a measurement determined by an asset monitoring system configured to monitor an asset. The method can also include generating a graphical user interface including an identifier of the measurement and one or more configuration properties corresponding to the measurement. The method can also include validating the received configuration and receiving a selection of a measurement within the first window of the GUI. The method can further include updating the GUI to include a validation error corresponding to the selected measurement within a second window. The method can also include correcting the validation error and updating the GUI to include a third window listing at least one correction corresponding to the selected validation error. Related systems and non- transitory medium related to the method are also provided.
A method of analyzing an asset is provided. The method can include receiving first data characterizing an industrial asset. The first data can be acquired via a sensor. The method can also include determining a condition of the industrial asset based on a 3D digital twin of the industrial asset. The 3D digital twin can be generated using second data acquired prior to the first data. The digital twin can include at least one 3D digital instance of at least one component of the industrial asset and a list of components of the industrial asset described according to a pre-defmed taxonomy associated with the industrial asset. The method can also include providing the condition of the industrial asset. Related apparatuses, systems, and computer-readable mediums are also provided.
A calibration method includes receiving data characterizing a plurality of acoustic signals reflected by a defect in a target object, and a first depth of the defect relative to a surface of the target object. A first acoustic signal and a second acoustic signal are detected by a detector at a first location and a second location, respectively, on the surface of the target object. The plurality of acoustic signal includes the first acoustic signal and the second acoustic signal. The method also includes determining an envelope function based on at least the first acoustic signal and the second acoustic signal. The method further includes identifying a target distance between the detector and the defect. The target distance is associated with a peak value of the envelop function. The method also includes calculating a detection angle based on the target distance and the first depth of the defect.
G01N 29/30 - Arrangements for calibrating or comparing, e.g. with standard objects
G01N 29/06 - Visualisation of the interior, e.g. acoustic microscopy
G01N 29/28 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of ultrasonic, sonic or infrasonic waves; Visualisation of the interior of objects by transmitting ultrasonic or sonic waves through the object - Details providing acoustic coupling
G01N 29/44 - Processing the detected response signal
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CASING-EMBEDDED FIBER-OPTICS TELEMETRY FOR REAL-TIME WELL INTEGRITY MONITORING
Optic fibers are embedded within the body of a casing section making up a wellbore casing string. The optic fibers are used to detect damage or deformation of the casing string over the lifespan of a wellbore.
A method includes receiving data characterizing a two-dimensional target site image including an image of a first asset acquired by a camera. The camera has a first location during the acquisition of the two-dimensional target site image. The method also includes receiving data characterizing a three-dimensional model of a target site that includes a plurality of assets including the first asset. The three-dimensional model is annotated to at least identify the first asset. The method further includes generating a projected annotation of the first asset on the two-dimensional target site image by at least projecting the three-dimensional model based on the first location and orientation of the camera relative to the first asset during the acquisition of the target site image.
A method for determining a change in an asset and/or a characterization of an asset is provided. In an embodiment, the method can include receiving first data characterizing a target site including one or more assets. The method can also include generating a three-dimensional model of the target site based on the first data. The method can further include registering the first data with the three-dimensional model. The method can also include generating at least one three-dimensional projection onto at least one asset of the one or more assets included in the first data. The method can further include determining second data characterizing the at least one asset based on the at least on three-dimensional projection and providing the second data. In some embodiments, the method can be performed by systems or stored as instructions on computer readable mediums described herein.
Systems and methods for target inspection are provided. The system includes a camera, at least one sensor, and a controller. The camera acquires images of a target over time and the sensor(s) acquire motion data characterizing camera and target movement. The controller generates, using a first computer vision (CV) algorithm, an initial prediction and confidence level regarding an object of interest for a first image acquired at a first time. The controller also determines, using the motion data, a motion parameter characterizing relative motion between the camera and the target at the first time. The controller additionally receives a weighting based upon a second image acquired at a second time prior to the first time. The controller generates, using a second CV algorithm, a final prediction and confidence level for the first image based upon the first image, the initial prediction and confidence level, the motion parameter, and the weighting.
An inspection system is provided and includes a camera and controller. The camera can acquire at least one image of a target including opposed first and second surfaces. The controller can be in communication with the camera and receive the at least one image. The controller can also detect, using at least one computer vision algorithm, a geometry of the target including the first target surface and the second target surface of the target within at least one image. The at least one image can be acquired at a respective time under respective operating conditions. The controller can additionally segment erosion within the at least one image using the at least one computer vision algorithm. The controller can also generate an erosion depth profile for the at least one image. The erosion depth profile can characterize a depth of erosion of the target between the first and second surfaces.
An inspection system is provided and includes a camera and controller. The controller can include one or more processors in communication with the camera and receive a plurality of images of a target captured by the camera. The controller can also determine, using a first computer vision algorithm, a first prediction and corresponding confidence level for substantially all of the images. The controller can select a subset of the images having the first prediction confidence level greater than or equal to a first prediction threshold value. The controller can additionally determine, using a second computer vision algorithm, a second prediction and corresponding second prediction confidence level for each of the selected images. The at least one second prediction can require more time to determine than the at least one first prediction. The controller can output the second prediction and the second prediction confidence level for each of the selected images.
In an embodiment, a method of controlling flaring of a combustion gas including a flare gas, a supplemental fuel gas, and an assist gas is provided. Models estimating, based on flow rates and in-situ speed of sound measurements in the gases, net heating value of the combustion gas within a flare combustion zone, combustion efficiency of the combustion gas, and smoke yield of the combustion gas are maintained. The method also includes receiving measurements of the gas flow rates and determining set points for flow rates of the fuel gas and/or the assist gas based upon the models that achieve a target combustion efficiency. When a difference between a determined set point and its corresponding flow rate for the fuel gas and/or the assist gas is greater than a corresponding predetermined tolerance amount, that flow rate can be adjusted to reduce the determined difference below the predetermined tolerance amount.
F23G 7/06 - Methods or apparatus, e.g. incinerators, specially adapted for combustion of specific waste or low grade fuels, e.g. chemicals of waste gases or noxious gases, e.g. exhaust gases
F23L 7/00 - Supplying non-combustible liquids or gases, other than air, to the fire, e.g. oxygen, steam
F23N 5/18 - Systems for controlling combustion using detectors sensitive to rate of flow of air or fuel
Systems and methods for improved visualization of non-de struct ve testing (NDT) measurements are provided. A probe can be employed to acquire NDT measurements of a target. Images of the target can also be captured during testing. The captured images can be analyzed to identify selected objects therein (e.g., the target, the probe, etc.) Graphical user interfaces (GUIs) including the NDT measurements can be further generated for viewing in combination with the target. In one aspect, the GUI can be viewed as a hologram within a display of an augmented reality device when viewing the target. In another aspect, the GUI can be projected upon the target. The GUI can be configured to overlay the NDT measurements at the location where the NDT measurements are acquired. This display of the NDT measurements can help an inspector more easily relate the NDT measurements to the target and improve reporting of the NDT measurements.
G01N 29/26 - Arrangements for orientation or scanning
G01N 27/90 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of electric, electrochemical, or magnetic means by investigating magnetic variables for investigating the presence of flaws using eddy currents
G06V 20/20 - Scenes; Scene-specific elements in augmented reality scenes
A system for mounting an inspection device to a case are provided. The system can include a case including a mounting base configured on a side of the case. The system can also include an adjustable stand removably coupled to the case via the mounting base. The adjustable stand can include a receiving portion removably coupled to the mounting base. The adjustable stand can also include a telescopic structure. The telescopic structure can have a plurality of segments. At least one segment can extend longitudinally from a second segment via at least one adjustment mechanism configured on the second segment. The adjustable stand can also include a device holder removably coupled to the second end of the telescopic structure. The device holder can be configured to removably couple with an inspection device. Apparatus and methods of mounting an inspection device to a case are also provided.
A method of turbine engine annotation includes receiving data characterizing an image and/or a video of a predetermined region of a turbine engine, the turbine engine including a plurality of blades configured to move relative to the predetermined region. A first blade of the plurality of blades is located in the predetermined region during a first time duration. The method also includes receiving data characterizing inspection parameters from a turning tool device including a motor and a motor controller and receiving turbine engine information. The motor controller is configured to rotate the plurality of blades of the turbine via the motor coupled to the turbine engine. The method further includes identifying the first blade based on the inspection parameters including an initial configuration of the turning tool device and the first time duration. The method also includes generating an annotated image and/or an annotated video, the generating including annotating at least a portion of the turbine engine information and the identity of the first blade onto the received image and/or the received video.
An ultrasonic probe holder includes a probe holder frame, an arc plate, a follower plate, and a plurality of contacts. The frame can have at least one aperture extending therethrough, open in the downward direction, and defining an open lower end of the frame. The arc plate can be positioned within the aperture, extend between opposed, curved lateral edges, and couple to the frame. The follower plate can be mounted to a lower end of the arc plate and include arms extending laterally outward from a vertical axis in the plane of the arc plate. The contacts can be slidably mounted to the arms of the follower plate and extend in the vertical direction. The arc plate can be constrained in the plane of the frame and to pivot with respect to the frame in response to vertical movement of one or more of the plurality of contacts.
G01N 29/22 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of ultrasonic, sonic or infrasonic waves; Visualisation of the interior of objects by transmitting ultrasonic or sonic waves through the object - Details
G01N 29/275 - Arrangements for orientation or scanning by moving both the sensor and the material
G01N 29/28 - Investigating or analysing materials by the use of ultrasonic, sonic or infrasonic waves; Visualisation of the interior of objects by transmitting ultrasonic or sonic waves through the object - Details providing acoustic coupling
A method of assembling a borehole screen assembly includes placing a screen around a base pipe followed by an end ring having a skive cut to allow fitment with the screen by sliding along the skive cut. The assembly can be completed with welds.
Systems and methods for improved circuit board removal and/or reinstallation are provided. A circuit board removal system can include a frame including a channel arranged in a plate of the frame. A disengagement slider can include a mounting surface and a first portion including a first cam surface, where the disengagement slider is arranged within the frame. A separator can include a second cam surface and can be arranged in the channel of the plate. The first cam surface and the second cam surface can be nested with each other when the disengagement slider is in an inserted position. The disengagement slider can be configured to slide the separator in the longitudinal direction when the disengagement slider is removed from the frame due to the interaction of the first cam surface with the second cam surface.
A photogrammetry system includes a memory, a processor, and a geo-positioning device. The geo-positioning device outputs telemetry regarding a vehicle on which one or more cameras are mounted. The processor can receive first telemetry from the geo-positioning device characterizing the vehicle telemetry at a first time, camera specification(s) regarding the cameras, photogrammetric requirement(s) for captured images, and a last camera trigger time. The processor can determine a next trigger time for the cameras based upon the received telemetry, camera specification(s), photogrammetric requirement s), and last trigger time. The processor can transmit a trigger signal to the camera(s) and the geo-positioning device to cause the camera(s) to acquire images of a target and the geo-positioning device to store second vehicle elemetry data characterizing the vehicle telemetry at a second time that is after the first time and during acquisition of the images. The processor can receive the acquired images from the cameras.
A system including a sensor arranged on a machine and configured to measure one or more properties of a lubricant within the machine, a data hub communicatively connected to the sensor and configured to collect and store the measured one or more properties of the lubricant from the sensor, and a data processor communicatively connected to the data hub and configured to: calculate a maintenance threshold value based on the one or more properties of the lubricant from the sensor; compare the calculated maintenance threshold value to a maintenance threshold range; and output an alert when the calculated maintenance threshold value falls outside of the maintenance threshold range.
F16N 29/00 - Special means in lubricating arrangements or systems providing for the indication or detection of undesired conditions; Use of devices responsive to conditions in lubricating arrangements or systems
F16N 31/00 - Means for collecting, retaining, or draining-off lubricant in or on machines or apparatus
A61L 31/14 - Materials characterised by their function or physical properties
C10M 171/00 - Lubricating compositions characterised by purely physical criteria, e.g. containing as base-material, thickener or additive, ingredients which are characterised exclusively by their numerically specified physical properties, i.e. containing ingredien
A method for is provided. The method can include receiving data characterizing a first measurement image having a first state and a first set of three-dimensional coordinate data corresponding to the first measurement image. The first measurement image can include two-dimensional image data. The method can also include receiving data characterizing at least one geometric dimension determined for the first measurement image. The method can further include receiving data characterizing a second measurement image having a second state and a second set of three-dimensional coordinate data corresponding to the second measurement image. The method can also include applying the first state of the first measurement image to the second measurement image. The method can further include displaying at least one second geometric dimension determined using the second set of three-dimensional coordinate data.. Related systems performing the method are also provided.
G01B 11/03 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring length, width, or thickness by measuring coordinates of points
G01B 11/14 - Measuring arrangements characterised by the use of optical techniques for measuring distance or clearance between spaced objects or spaced apertures
A method can include receiving image data characterizing a viewed object acquired via an image sensor of a visual inspection system and providing the image data in a display. The method can include receiving a first directional movement input via a directional input device of the visual inspection system and applying a first set of actuator drive signals to a plurality of actuators of the visual inspection system. The method can further include applying a coordinate transformation to the image data to generate transformed image data and receiving a second directional movement input via the directional input device. The method can also include applying a second set of actuator drive signals to the plurality of actuators. The second set of actuator drive signals can cause points on the viewed object to move in the first direction on the display. Related systems performing the method are also provided.
A telemetry system is provided for a coiled tubing-based work string and includes electrical transmission of power and data between sensors in a bottom hole assembly and a controller. One or more optic fibers are used to provide distributed temperature or acoustic sensing along the length of the work string.
E21B 47/125 - Means for transmitting measuring-signals or control signals from the well to the surface, or from the surface to the well, e.g. for logging while drilling using earth as an electrical conductor
A method includes receiving an output signal from a conductive element configured within a dielectric material. The conductive element can have an input voltage applied thereto and the output signal can include a plurality of signal amplitudes indicative of electric charges discharged across a gap between the conductive element and the dielectric material in response to the applied input voltage. The method can also include determining charge characterization data and classifying a material and a geometry of the conductive element and/or the dielectric material. The classification can include an operational state of the conductive element and/or the dielectric material. Related systems, apparatuses, and non-transitory computer readable mediums are also described.
An autonomous vehicle and a suspension for the autonomous vehicle are provided. The suspension may include first and second support legs pivotally coupled to a body of the autonomous vehicle at respective pivot points, and extending in opposing directions to contact a surface upon which the autonomous vehicle moves. A biasing element biases the support legs towards the surface. A coupler couples the support legs to cause pivotal movement of one of the support legs to be mirrored in the other support leg. The coupler may cause the support legs to maintain a centerline, which extends equidistantly between the pivot points and through a sensor mounted to an underside of the body, perpendicular to the surface as the support legs pivot during movement of the autonomous vehicle.
B60G 9/02 - Resilient suspensions for a rigid axle or axle housing for two or more wheels the axle or housing being pivotally mounted on the vehicle
B60G 3/18 - Resilient suspensions for a single wheel with two or more pivoted arms, e.g. parallelogram
B60W 60/00 - Drive control systems specially adapted for autonomous road vehicles
B60K 17/22 - Arrangement or mounting of transmissions in vehicles characterised by arrangement, location, or type of main drive shafting, e.g. cardan shaft
F16H 1/04 - Toothed gearings for conveying rotary motion without gears having orbital motion involving only two intermeshing members
A high temperature cooling tube for use with an inspection device is provided. The cooling tube permits operation of the inspection device in environments having a temperature of greater than about 302 °F (150 °C). By providing the capability to inspect equipment in a relatively hot condition, cooling time required before inspection is reduced, overall turnaround time for such inspections is reduced, inspected equipment is placed back into service more quickly, and revenues are increased. In an exemplary embodiment, the cooling tube includes an inner sleeve for protecting the inspection device, a middle sleeve for insulation and air flow, and an outer sleeve for protecting the cooling tube and the inspection device from damage. The middle sleeve can include expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (EPTFE), which protects the inspection device from extreme high temperature working environments, and which permits flexibility. Related apparatuses, systems, techniques and articles are also described.
A photomultiplier includes a housing including a proximal end and a distal end, an optical window disposed at the proximal end of the housing, an end-wall plate disposed at the distal end of the housing, a feedthrough that penetrates through the end-wall plate, and a gas electron multiplier (GEM) board disposed between the optical window and the end-wall plate.
A method includes receiving data characterizing a target surface in three dimensions. It includes rendering in a graphical user interface display space, a first visual representation including a two-dimensional image of a first portion of the target surface, and a second visual representation including a three-dimensional representation of at least a subset of the first portion of the target surface included in the first visual representation. It includes receiving, based on a first user interaction with the three-dimensional representation via a cursor, a first user input indicating selection of a first location of the target surface. It includes rendering a first graphical object at a first target position in the three-dimensional representation and a second graphical object at a second target position in the two-dimensional image. The first and second target positions indicate the first location of the target surface.
G06T 7/70 - Determining position or orientation of objects or cameras
G06T 19/20 - Editing of 3D images, e.g. changing shapes or colours, aligning objects or positioning parts
G06F 3/0481 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] based on specific properties of the displayed interaction object or a metaphor-based environment, e.g. interaction with desktop elements like windows or icons, or assisted by a cursor's changing behaviour or appearance
G06F 3/0484 - Interaction techniques based on graphical user interfaces [GUI] for the control of specific functions or operations, e.g. selecting or manipulating an object, an image or a displayed text element, setting a parameter value or selecting a range
A velocity of a flow of drilling fluid is adjusted to a magnitude that is within the operating range of a mud pulser disposed in the flow of the drilling fluid. A stator in the mud pulser directs the flow of drilling fluid along one or more separate paths. The paths are defined by channels that extend axially along an outer surface of the stator and that are spaced angularly apart from one another. Also in the mud pulser is a rotor that alternatingly blocks the paths. The velocity is adjusted with a plug assembly that blocks flow through a designated channel. One type of plug assembly is a disk with passages that register with less than all of the channels, and that mounts on a downstream end of the stator. Other types of plug assemblies mount in the designated channel to block the flow path.
E21B 47/18 - Means for transmitting measuring-signals or control signals from the well to the surface, or from the surface to the well, e.g. for logging while drilling using acoustic waves through the well fluid
E21B 43/12 - Methods or apparatus for controlling the flow of the obtained fluid to or in wells
E21B 34/14 - Valve arrangements for boreholes or wells in wells operated by movement of tools, e.g. sleeve valves operated by pistons or wire line tools
An apparatus for generating pressure variances in a fluid flowing in a downhole tool having a longitudinal axis includes a flow section having an outer wall, a flow control member selectively blocking flow in the flow section, and an actuator moving the flow control member between a first position wherein the flow control member at least partially blocks flow in the flow section and a second position wherein the flow control member reduces the at least partial blockage of the flow in the flow section. The actuator may be disposed outside the outer wall of the flow section.
E21B 47/18 - Means for transmitting measuring-signals or control signals from the well to the surface, or from the surface to the well, e.g. for logging while drilling using acoustic waves through the well fluid
E21B 34/06 - Valve arrangements for boreholes or wells in wells
G01V 11/00 - Prospecting or detecting by methods combining techniques covered by two or more of main groups
An apparatus for generating pressure variances in a flowing fluid includes a first member having a body and a second member. The second member is displaceable about a rotational axis to at least partially block fluid flow through one or more channels in the first member and at least partially reduce the blockage of this fluid flow. The second member has a hub and at least one section extending axially and radially from the hub relative to the rotational axis of the second member. A related method includes guiding fluid across the first member using the channel(s); selectively blocking the fluid flow through the channel(s) using at least one section of a second member; and moving the second member using an actuator to reduce the blockage of the flow of fluid through the channel(s).
E21B 34/10 - Valve arrangements for boreholes or wells in wells operated by control fluid supplied from outside the borehole
E21B 47/18 - Means for transmitting measuring-signals or control signals from the well to the surface, or from the surface to the well, e.g. for logging while drilling using acoustic waves through the well fluid
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