Locator device for continuously locating a dipole magnetic field transmitter and its method of operation - Patent US5337002(A)
Filed:
Oct 09, 1992
Published:
Aug 09, 1994
Abstract
A locator/monitor for locating a boring tool and monitoring the progress of the tool for control purposes. The locator/monitor is used in expedited locating methodology and straightforward calibration techniques of the present invention. A durable and cost effective pitch sensor is also provided by the present invention. In addition, the present invention provides a slotted transmitter housing formed of an electrically conductive material, where the magnetic field generated by the transmitter is capable of penetrating to the surface.Applicants
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MERCER JOHN E
Inventors
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MERCER JOHN E
Application Number
958941Priority Claims
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Locator device for continuously locating a dipole magnetic field transmitter and its method of operation
