Torsionally rigid support apparatus for marine seismic transducer

Patent · Tue Nov 14 04:00:00 EST 1989

OSTI ID:6976682

Myers, W J; Cole, J H

This patent describes apparatus for supporting a marine seismic transducer from a vessel. It comprises: an elongated substantially rigid towing arm; a connector means for connecting the transducer to a lower end of the towing arm; a swivel member which is secured to the vessel and is pivotable about a generally horizontal first axis transverse to a length of the vessel; and a support means for pivotally connecting an upper end of the towing arm to the swivel member. The support means being pivotal relative to the swivel member about a second axis transverse to a longitudinal axis of the towing arm. The support means being substantially rigid so as to prevent any substantial rotation of the towing arm about its the longitudinal axis.

• Assignee: Conoco Inc., Ponca City, OK
• Patent Number(s): A; US 4881210
• Application Number: PPN: US 7-155782A
• OSTI ID: 6976682
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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