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Wireline system for multiple direct push tool usage

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OSTI ID:1174571

A tool latching and retrieval system allows the deployment and retrieval of a variety of direct push subsurface characterization tools through an embedded rod string during a single penetration without requiring withdrawal of the string from the ground. This enables the in situ interchange of different tools, as well as the rapid retrieval of soil core samples from multiple depths during a single direct push penetration. The system includes specialized rods that make up the rod string, a tool housing which is integral to the rod string, a lock assembly, and several tools which mate to the lock assembly.

Research Organization:
Applied Research Associates, Inc., Albuquerque, NM (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
DOE Contract Number:
AR26-98FT40366
Assignee:
Applied Research Associates, Inc. (Albuquerque, NM)
Patent Number(s):
6,644,423
Application Number:
09/916,226
OSTI ID:
1174571
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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