Startup's wireless sensor aims to tame superhot geothermal drilling
Hephae Energy Technology has developed a rod-shaped device that transmits drilling data wirelessly from deep within hot granite formations. The tool, tested in southwest Utah, helps operators steer drills and monitor conditions in extreme heat. This innovation could unlock more efficient access to geothermal energy resources.
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