Abstract: A laser beam is used to align instruments, directional core barrel assemblies or other directional equipment before the assemblies are run into wells. A low power laser and special means for clamping the laser and a target to the members of the assembly are employed.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
August 13, 1990
Date of Patent:
February 4, 1992
Assignees:
Oryx Energy Co., Diamant Boart Stratabit
Inventors:
Robert A. Skopec, Douglas E. Jeffers, Freddy W. Hagins