CX-020036: Development of an Optical based Single Well Seismic System (OSWS) for Improved Characterization and Monitoring of Fractu

We will build a prototype down hole high frequency seismic vibratory source using several type of actuators: Axial, Radial and Torsional.  We will extensively test the source in our indoor and outdoor laboratory at our facility in Van Nuys, CA.  The mechanical components of the down hole source will be machined in our machine shop. The electronic power and control components will be assembled from commercial components as much as possible but the control of the down hole vibrator will require specialized electronics.