2024 research paper compares cart rut measurements across global sites. Michael wrote paper in 2024 updated after Azores research trip Available on ResearchGate and Academia.edu as PDF Paper ~20 pages with photos, data, and measurement appendix
Michael's paper on ResearchGate documents measurement techniques comparing ruts at multiple sites, finding inside measurements (not outer edges) are more reliable due to erosion variation. 📊
Key Facts
- Michael wrote paper in 2024 updated after Azores research trip
- Available on ResearchGate and Academia.edu as PDF
- Paper ~20 pages with photos, data, and measurement appendix
- Compares Texas, Azores, Malta, and standard wagon/chariot dimensions
- Describes 5 cross-section types: straight walls, slanted with flat base, flared top V-shape, second-tier, and U-shape
- Measurement technique: measure inside of ruts at vertical sections, not outer edges due to erosion variations
Source: The Mystery of the Cart Ruts by The Randall Carlson