摘要 |
<p>A core orientation tool (10) for providing an indication of orientation of a core sample (112) comprises an electronic orientation device (20), which upon receipt of a trigger signal, logs one or more indications of orientation of the tool (10). A trigger system (24) provides trigger signals to the electronic device (20) based one or both of (a) detecting one or more downhole events and (b) the effluxion of time. The downhole events relate to the action of core breaking and may include detecting: uphole motion of the tool; and, cessation of drilling and commencement of drilling.</p> |