Well logging method and apparatus involving electromagnetic wave propagation providing variable depth of investigation by combining phase angle and amplitude attenuation

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PATENT NO 5389881
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07918460

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An electromagnetic wave propagation well logging system for measuring dielectric constant and/or formation resistivity (conductivity) includes three transmitters and a pair of receivers. The receiver pair is connected to circuitry that measures the amplitude ratio between the receivers, as well as the phase angle difference between the receivers. Signals representative of the detected amplitude ratio and of the detected phase angle difference are combined in such a manner as to make the depth of investigation controllable. Methods are also disclosed for maintaining a common depth of investigation as the well logging instrument traverses the earth borehole.

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BAROID TECHNOLOGY INC3000 NORTH SAM HOUSTON PARKWAY EAST HOUSTON TEXAS 77032

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Bittar, Michael S Houston, TX 121 4307
Rodney, Paul F Spring, TX 139 4311

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