Abstract: A downhole tool includes a slip ring assembly deployed radially between a shaft and a housing. The slip ring assembly may be configured as a stand-alone assembly and is further configured to provide a plurality of distinct electrical communication channels between the shaft and housing. These communication channels are suitable for transmitting electrical power and/or electronic data. Electrical connection is made between the housing and the slip ring assembly via a connector block that is fastened to a plurality of stator rings in the slip ring assembly. The connector block extends radially outward from the stator rings and physically engages an opening in the housing thereby rotationally coupling the stator rings to the housing.

Abstract: A downhole tool includes a slip ring assembly deployed radially between a shaft and a housing. The slip ring assembly may be configured as a stand-alone assembly and is further configured to provide a plurality of distinct electrical communication channels between the shaft and housing. These communication channels are suitable for transmitting electrical power and/or electronic data. Electrical connection is made between the housing and the slip ring assembly via a connector block that is fastened to a plurality of stator rings in the slip ring assembly. The connector block extends radially outward from the stator rings and physically engages an opening in the housing thereby rotationally coupling the stator rings to the housing.

Abstract: An azimuthally sensitive LWD tool is disclosed, comprising a transmitting antenna, a receiving antenna, wherein the receiving antenna is azimuthally focused so as to be more sensitive to changes in magnetic flux in a particular azimuthal segment of the antenna and means for measuring current induced in the receiving antenna as a result of current flowing through said transmitting antenna.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for retrieving logging data from a downhole logging tool is presented. The tool includes a plurality of sensors which acquire data which is stored in memory. Upon receiving an appropriate signal from a surface control unit, the logging tool transmits the logging data from memory. This can be accomplished when drilling has paused; for example, while the well is being conditioned.