Electromechanical transducer for acoustic telemetry system

Patent · Fri Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1993

OSTI ID:868823

Drumheller, Douglas S ^[1]

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1. Cedar Crest, NM

An improved electromechanical transducer is provided for use in an acoustic telemetry system. The transducer of this invention comprises a stack of ferroelectric ceramic disks interleaved with a plurality of spaced electrodes which are used to electrically pole the ceramic disks. The ceramic stack is housed in a metal tubular drill collar segment. The electrodes are preferably alternatively connected to ground potential and driving potential. This alternating connection of electrodes to ground and driving potential subjects each disk to an equal electric field; and the direction of the field alternates to match the alternating direction of polarization of the ceramic disks. Preferably, a thin metal foil is sandwiched between electrodes to facilitate the electrical connection. Alternatively, a thicker metal spacer plate is selectively used in place of the metal foil in order to promote thermal cooling of the ceramic stack.

• Research Organization: AT & T CORP
• DOE Contract Number: AC04-76DP00789
• Assignee: Teleco Oilfield Services Inc. (Meriden, CT)
• Patent Number(s): US 5222049
• OSTI ID: 868823
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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