Patents by Inventor Nigel A. Anstey

Nigel A. Anstey has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Synthetic display of seismic reflection strength
    Patent number: 3946356
    Abstract: A synthetic display is provided, in cross-sectional form, of the theoretical strength of seismic reflections. The theoretical strength is computed from calculated inverval-velocity values and known or estimated density values. By comparison of this synthetic reflection-strength display with the observed reflection-strength display, useful conclusions may be drawn about the nature of geological materials and the complex origin of reflections.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 1974
    Date of Patent: March 23, 1976
    Assignee: Seiscom Delta Inc.
    Inventor: Nigel A. Anstey
  • Three-dimensional seismic display
    Patent number: 3931609
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a model, and the making of such model, of subsurface features of the earth, utilizing a plurality of processed seismic sections spaced apart in a manner representing the disposition of the seismic profiles along seismic survey lines from which they came. The technique facilitates the making of interpretive geological judgements, and is of particular utility when direct indications of hydrocarbons exist.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 1974
    Date of Patent: January 6, 1976
    Assignee: Seiscom Delta, Inc.
    Inventor: Nigel A. Anstey