Apparatus and method for control of seismic survey equipment

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PATENT NO 9694885
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15101434

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An unmanned water vessel can include a body defining an internal volume and having a shape adapted to travel through water, with a front and a back; at least one directional device that is exposed to the flow of water past the vehicle when the vehicle travels in a forward direction, the directional device having a first position that provides an angle of attack through the water flow and a second position that provides a second angle of attack through the water flow; and a control system that provides commands to the at least one directional device in view of a starting point, an end point, and at least information about water flow expected to be encountered by the water vessel during travel.

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WESTERNGECO L L C10001 RICHMOND AVENUE HOUSTON TX 77042

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Combee, Leendert Asker, NO 30 599

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