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Boring tool control using remote locator

  • US 9,388,683 B2
  • Filed: 04/02/2015
  • Issued: 07/12/2016
  • Est. Priority Date: 04/27/1998
  • Status: Expired due to Fees
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1. A drill rig monitoring arrangement for use in a drilling system for performing underground boring including a drill rig and a boring tool which is configured for movement through the ground by the drill rig to form an underground bore, the system further including a handheld portable device that is configured for locating the boring tool while being carried by an operator, said drill rig monitoring arrangement comprising:

  • a detection arrangement at said drill rig for monitoring at least one operational parameter to produce a data signal relating to at least one of a utility to be installed in the underground bore, the drill rig and the boring tool; and

    a communication arrangement for transferring the data signal from the drill rig to the handheld portable device for receipt and use by the handheld portable device.

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