
Precision Wellbore Surveying & Directional Navigation
Overview
- The North Seeker Fiber Optical Gyro (FOG) is a high-precision wellbore surveying solution designed to deliver accurate directional data for drilling and well intervention operations. Utilizing advanced fiber optic gyroscope technology, the system automatically seeks True North and provides highly reliable inclination, azimuth, and tool face measurements, even in challenging drilling environments with magnetic interference. Built for performance, reliability, and operational efficiency, the North Seeker FOG system supports wireline, drop, and memory survey modes, making it suitable for a wide range of drilling applications.
Key Features & Benefits
- Aerospace-grade fiber optic gyro sensor technology
- Automatic True North seeking capability
- High-accuracy measurements with minimal drift error
- Strong anti-vibration performance for harsh drilling environments
- Real-time and memory survey modes available
- High-temperature and high-pressure operational capability
- Compact design for versatile well applications
- Advanced data analysis and customizable software integration
Applications
- The North Seeker Fiber Optical Gyro is ideal for:
- Directional drilling operations
- Wellbore trajectory surveying
- Casing and tubing orientation surveys
- Magnetic interference environments
- High-angle and complex wells
- High-temperature and high-pressure operational capability
- Wireline and memory-based survey operations
Wireline Survey Mode
- The wireline mode provides real-time wellbore survey data through a mono-conductor wireline cable, allowing efficient and accurate directional measurements during drilling and intervention operations.
Advantages
- Real-time survey data acquisition
- Suitable for drill pipe, casing, and tubing surveys
- Accurate directional drilling assembly orientation
- Improved operational efficiency and well placement accuracy
Drop & Memory Survey Modes
- The drop and memory survey modes are designed to reduce rig time and operational costs while ensuring reliable survey data acquisition.
Benefits
- The North Seeker Fiber Optical Gyro is ideal for:
- Optimized for cost-effective operations
- Data stored directly in the probe memory
- Intelligent survey acquisition system
- Shock and vibration protection design
- Ideal for remote or challenging operational environments