Patent ID: 9453372
Filing Date: 2016-09-27
CPC Classification: E21B

Claim Text:
1. A fluid-actuated directional percussive impact tool comprising: (a) a back head for connection to a pressurized fluid source; (b) a tool casing housing a drill bit longitudinally movable with respect thereto, the drill bit having a central axis extending longitudinally through the drill bit; (c) a sonde housing coupled between the back head and the tool casing and having a sonde disposed therein, the sonde housing having a central axis extending longitudinally therethrough; and (d) a bent sub integrally formed with the sonde housing and connecting the sonde housing to the tool casing such that the central axis of the drill bit intersects the central axis of the sonde housing at a non-zero angle, wherein the sonde housing and the bent sub are formed from a single piece of turned steel.