Influence of structural parameters on instrumental error of electromagnetic log sensor

Abstract

Abstract Instrumental error of an electromagnetic log sensor at depths of more than one kilometer is studied. Operating principle of the electromagnetic sensor is shown and a mathematical model is developed. Analysis of sensor-registered speed dependence on external hydrostatic pressure is presented. It is demonstrated that an additional instrumental error occurs in the electromagnetic sensor due to the structure deformation during deep-sea submersion. It has been found that the value of relative error depends on design parameters and operational conditions of the sensor. It is shown that even when deep-sea vehicles travel at a low speed, the error caused by external hydrostatic pressure can make up a significant portion of the instrumental error and should be taken into account during operation. The design parameters of the sensor, affecting its instrumental error are determined. The influence of temperature on this error is studied. The ratio of design parameters at which the instrumental error does not exceed the permissible value is identified.