Abstract:
A remotely actuated clamping apparatus for obtaining a secure coupling between a vibration unit generating longitudinally directed driving forces and a probe designed for penetrating the earth, such as into underwater sediments at water depths too great for direct human intervention.
Patent Number:
5,456,325
Date Of Issue:
10/09/1995
Inventors:
Phontie J. Pantermuehl; Donald H. Heihn; Thomas E. Owen
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