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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jul. 22, 2008
Filed:
Jun. 03, 2005
Kenneth E. Welker, Nesoya, NO;
Erik Vigen, Honefoss, NO;
Rune Toennessen, Oslo, NO;
WesternGeco L.L.C., Houston, TX (US);
Abstract
Apparatus and methods for enhancing knowledge of the angle of attack of a streamer steering device are described, one apparatus comprising a seismic streamer having an orientation member including a body and at least one control surface; a sensor of the body adapted to measure a parameter indicative of angle of attack of the body; and a controller for adjusting the control surface based on at least the measured parameter. It is emphasized that this abstract is provided to comply with the rules requiring an abstract, which will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.