Patents by Inventor Toshihiro Kinoshita
Toshihiro Kinoshita 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).
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Publication number: 20210231821Abstract: An apparatus for simultaneous logging presenting a capability to perform multipole sonic and acoustic reflection surveys for near-borehole and far field imaging.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 28, 2020Publication date: July 29, 2021Inventors: Toshihiro Kinoshita, Hiroshi Nakajima, Takeshi Endo, Yuichi Kobayashi, Takeshi Fukushima
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Patent number: 10539698Abstract: A technique facilitates determination of a quantitative bond between a pipe and adjacent materials, e.g. between a wellbore casing and adjacent cement. The quantitative bond is established via acoustic measurements related to signal attenuation. Additionally, the acoustic measurements may be conducted with a sonic tool during a wellbore operation, e.g. during a drilling operation. The methodology enables use of signal attenuation in a manner which facilitates determination of bond index coverage up to a high percentage, e.g. 100 percent.Type: GrantFiled: June 9, 2015Date of Patent: January 21, 2020Assignee: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Vivian Pistre, Toshihiro Kinoshita
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Patent number: 10392920Abstract: A method of quantitative cement evaluation is provided. The method includes deploying a logging-while-drilling downhole sonic tool into a wellbore inside a casing, measuring acoustic signals propagating through the casing with the logging-while-drilling downhole sonic tool, and performing quantitative cement evaluation with respect to cement bonding around the casing by using waveform data of the acoustic signals measured with the logging-while-drilling downhole sonic tool.Type: GrantFiled: December 2, 2014Date of Patent: August 27, 2019Assignee: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Wataru Izuhara, Hiroshi Hori, Vivian Pistre, Toshihiro Kinoshita
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Publication number: 20180188402Abstract: Acoustic signals sent by a logging tool disposed in a borehole are detected by receivers located on the logging tool. Time domain representations of the detected acoustic signals are converted into frequency domain representations. Then at least one frequency range is selected and the detected acoustic signals corresponding to each selected frequency range are filtered. Eigenvectors for the filtered data for each selected frequency range are computed and dependence of the eigenvectors on the frequency is obtained. System for processing acoustic signals comprises a computer in communication with the logging tool and a set of instructions executable by the computer.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 22, 2015Publication date: July 5, 2018Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Timur Vyacheslavovich ZHARNIKOV, German Sergeevich SCHELIK, Takeshi ENDO, Denis Evgenievich SYRESIN, Toshihiro KINOSHITA
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Patent number: 9927541Abstract: A tool for monopole and multipole sonic logging includes an acoustic source section, an acoustic receiver section, and an isolator section disposed therebetween. The tool may include a mandrel having integrally formed alternating first portions having a first outer diameter and second portions having a second outer diameter. The second outer diameter is smaller than the first outer diameter, which allows the portions to function acoustically as a mass and spring system. The isolator section sufficiently mutes or delays extensional and flexural modes intrinsic to the logging tool itself. Thus, the effects of the tool presence on the measurements are minimized. In addition, a plurality of axially oriented grooves are defined in an outer surface of the acoustic receiver section, and each groove is configured for receiving an acoustic receiver module that includes a sensor, an amplifier, an A/D converter, and a digital multiplexer.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2014Date of Patent: March 27, 2018Assignee: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Toshihiro Kinoshita, Naoki Sakiyama, Hitoshi Sugiyama, Yuichiro Wada, Toshimichi Wago, Akito Shigekane
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Publication number: 20180003846Abstract: A technique facilitates removal of noise from sonic logging signals. The technique may comprise various approaches used alone or in combination to reduce or eliminate noise associated with tool arrival. The technique may comprise an active cancellation approach which optimizes the cancellation effect while having minimal impact on the desired acoustic signals. The techniques also may utilize an asynchronous noise cancellation approach with a calibration transmitter designed to minimize impact on the desired acoustic signals.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 19, 2017Publication date: January 4, 2018Inventors: Toshimichi Wago, Toshihiro Kinoshita, Jahir Pabon, Wataru Izuhara
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Patent number: 9823375Abstract: Apparatus for acoustic measurement in a downhole environment to enable high quality measurements to be obtained in difficult logging conditions are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a downhole tool having a body with a plurality of transmitters located on the body. A receiver is located on the body a distance from the transmitters and an attenuator section is integrally formed on the body between at least one transmitter and the receiver.Type: GrantFiled: October 26, 2010Date of Patent: November 21, 2017Assignee: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Hiroshi Nakajima, Toshihiro Kinoshita, Hiroshi Hori, Alain Dumont, Hiroshi Nomura
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Patent number: 9746568Abstract: An example method for displaying sonic logging data associated with a formation surrounding a borehole can include acquiring sonic data at a plurality of depths using an acoustic array located in the borehole and transforming the acquired sonic data from a time-space domain to a frequency-wave number domain at a limited number of discrete frequencies. The method can also include estimating slowness values at the limited number of discrete frequencies from the transformed sonic data, interpolating the estimated slowness values to obtain a projection of one or more slowness-frequency dispersions of the acquired sonic data and displaying the projection of the slowness-frequency dispersions. The projection of the slowness-frequency dispersions can include a plurality of color bands corresponding to each of the limited number of discrete frequencies.Type: GrantFiled: July 28, 2014Date of Patent: August 29, 2017Assignee: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: Toshihiro Kinoshita, Hiroaki Yamamoto, Takeshi Fukushima
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Patent number: 9476293Abstract: Methods and related systems are described relating to a sealed acoustic transducer assembly for use in a wellbore is provided. A tool body is deployed in the wellbore, having a groove and a sealed acoustic transducer assembly removeably mounted therein. The transducer assembly includes an acoustic transducer element, and an elongated fluid filled sealed container housing the transducer element. The container includes flexible portions along the length of the container which allows for volume changes when exposed to changes in external pressure and/or temperature. Acoustic measurements downhole are made using the transducer element.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 2012Date of Patent: October 25, 2016Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Hiroshi Nakajima, Toshihiro Kinoshita, Takeo Fujihara, Yasuo Kanaya
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Publication number: 20150369939Abstract: A technique facilitates determination of a quantitative bond between a pipe and adjacent materials, e.g. between a wellbore casing and adjacent cement. The quantitative bond is established via acoustic measurements related to signal attenuation. Additionally, the acoustic measurements may be conducted with a sonic tool during a wellbore operation, e.g. during a drilling operation. The methodology enables use of signal attenuation in a manner which facilitates determination of bond index coverage up to a high percentage, e.g. 100 percent.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 9, 2015Publication date: December 24, 2015Inventors: Vivian Pistre, Toshihiro Kinoshita
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Publication number: 20150293251Abstract: A tool for monopole and multipole sonic logging includes an acoustic source section, an acoustic receiver section, and an isolator section disposed therebetween. The tool may include a mandrel having integrally formed alternating first portions having a first outer diameter and second portions having a second outer diameter. The second outer diameter is smaller than the first outer diameter, which allows the portions to function acoustically as a mass and spring system. The isolator section sufficiently mutes or delays extensional and flexural modes intrinsic to the logging tool itself. Thus, the effects of the tool presence on the measurements are minimized. In addition, a plurality of axially oriented grooves are defined in an outer surface of the acoustic receiver section, and each groove is configured for receiving an acoustic receiver module that includes a sensor, an amplifier, an A/D converter, and a digital multiplexer.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 15, 2014Publication date: October 15, 2015Applicant: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Toshihiro Kinoshita, Naoki Sakiyama, Hitoshi Sugiyama, Yuichiro Wada, Toshimichi Wago, Akito Shigekane
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Publication number: 20150168581Abstract: A method of quantitative cement evaluation is provided. The method includes deploying a logging-while-drilling downhole sonic tool into a wellbore inside a casing, measuring acoustic signals propagating through the casing with the logging-while-drilling downhole sonic tool, and performing quantitative cement evaluation with respect to cement bonding around the casing by using waveform data of the acoustic signals measured with the logging-while-drilling downhole sonic tool.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 2, 2014Publication date: June 18, 2015Inventors: Wataru Izuhara, Hiroshi Hori, Vivian Pistre, Toshihiro Kinoshita
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Publication number: 20150036460Abstract: An example method for displaying sonic logging data associated with a formation surrounding a borehole can include acquiring sonic data at a plurality of depths using an acoustic array located in the borehole and transforming the acquired sonic data from a time-space domain to a frequency-wave number domain at a limited number of discrete frequencies. The method can also include estimating slowness values at the limited number of discrete frequencies from the transformed sonic data, interpolating the estimated slowness values to obtain a projection of one or more slowness-frequency dispersions of the acquired sonic data and displaying the projection of the slowness-frequency dispersions. The projection of the slowness-frequency dispersions can include a plurality of color bands corresponding to each of the limited number of discrete frequencies.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 28, 2014Publication date: February 5, 2015Inventors: Toshihiro Kinoshita, Hiroaki Yamamoto, Takeshi Fukushima
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Patent number: 8902701Abstract: Example methods, apparatus and articles of manufacture to determine anisotropy indicators for subterranean formations are disclosed. A disclosed example method includes computing a first shear slowness value from measured quadrupole waves, computing a second shear slowness value from measured Stoneley waves, and comparing the first and second shear slowness values to determine an anisotropy indicator representative of anisotropy of a subterranean formation.Type: GrantFiled: December 9, 2009Date of Patent: December 2, 2014Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Toshihiro Kinoshita, Alain Dumont
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Publication number: 20120324993Abstract: Methods and related systems are described relating to a sealed acoustic transducer assembly for use in a wellbore is provided. A tool body is deployed in the wellbore, having a groove and a sealed acoustic transducer assembly removeably mounted therein. The transducer assembly includes an acoustic transducer element, and an elongated fluid filled sealed container housing the transducer element. The container includes flexible portions along the length of the container which allows for volume changes when exposed to changes in external pressure and/or temperature. Acoustic measurements downhole are made using the transducer element.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 30, 2012Publication date: December 27, 2012Inventors: Hiroshi Nakajima, Toshihiro Kinoshita, Takeo Fujihara, Yasuo Kanaya
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Patent number: 8286475Abstract: Methods and related systems are described relating to a sealed acoustic transducer assembly for use in a wellbore is provided. One or more acoustic transducer elements, which can be receivers or transmitters, are housed in an elongated fluid filled sealed container. The sealed container is adapted to be removeably mounted to a portion of a drill collar. The container, which for example can be made of thin corrugated metal or rubber, includes flexible portions along the length of the container which allows for volume changes when exposed to changes in external pressure and/or temperature.Type: GrantFiled: June 30, 2009Date of Patent: October 16, 2012Assignee: Schlumberger Technology CorporationInventors: Hiroshi Nakajima, Toshihiro Kinoshita, Takeo Fujihara, Yasuo Kanaya
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Publication number: 20120218862Abstract: Apparatus for acoustic measurement in a downhole environment to enable high quality measurements to be obtained in difficult logging conditions are disclosed. An example apparatus includes a downhole tool having a body with a plurality of transmitters located on the body. A receiver is located on the body a distance from the transmitters and an attenuator section is integrally formed on the body between at least one transmitter and the receiver.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 26, 2010Publication date: August 30, 2012Inventors: Hiroshi Nakajima, Toshihiro Kinoshita, Hiroshi Hori, Alain Dumont, Hiroshi Nomura
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Publication number: 20120167982Abstract: A solar cell includes a crystalline semiconductor substrate having one of a p-type and an n-type material, a p-type semiconductor layer formed on a first principal surface of the substrate, a first transparent conductive film comprising indium oxide containing hydrogen and cerium and formed on the p-type semiconductor layer, an n-type semiconductor layer formed on a second principal surface of the substrate, and a second transparent conductive film comprising indium oxide containing no cerium and formed on the n-type semiconductor layer.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 16, 2012Publication date: July 5, 2012Applicant: SANYO ELECTRIC CO., LTDInventors: Daisuke FUJISHIMA, Yuya NAKAMURA, Nozomu TOKUOKA, Toshihiro KINOSHITA
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Publication number: 20110134719Abstract: Example methods, apparatus and articles of manufacture to determine anisotropy indicators for subterranean formations are disclosed. A disclosed example method includes computing a first shear slowness value from measured quadrupole waves, computing a second shear slowness value from measured Stoneley waves, and comparing the first and second shear slowness values to determine an anisotropy indicator representative of anisotropy of a subterranean formation.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2009Publication date: June 9, 2011Applicant: SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATIONInventors: TOSHIHIRO KINOSHITA, ALAIN DUMONT
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Patent number: 7902454Abstract: An i-type amorphous silicon layer 14 and a p-type amorphous silicon layer 15 are formed on a part of an inner wall of a through hole of an n-type single-crystal silicon substrate 11. Further, an i-type amorphous silicon layer 12 and an n-type amorphous silicon layer 13 are formed on a part of the inner wall of the through hole of the n-type single-crystal silicon substrate 11. The inner wall surface of the through hole is covered with the i-type amorphous silicon layer 14 and the i-type amorphous silicon layer 12.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 2008Date of Patent: March 8, 2011Assignee: Sanyo Electric Co., Ltd.Inventor: Toshihiro Kinoshita