Sigilith Case Study #2 — The McCormick Notes

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Authors: Ky Nash
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Abstract

This case study presents a structural, non‑speculative analysis of the handwritten notes found on Ricky Charles McCormick in 1999. Using the Sigilith framework for symbolic system extraction, the notes are classified not as a cipher, but as a directional movement‑loop system built from repeated checkpoints, rotational phases, and a terminal state. The analysis reconstructs the internal logic of the notes without assuming linguistic content, criminal intent, or cryptographic design. The resulting model demonstrates a stable, closed symbolic ecosystem consistent with personal mnemonic tracking.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Handwritten Text Recognition Techniques Cybernetics and Technology in Society Digital and Cyber Forensics

Publication details

Journal / source
Knowledge Commons (Lakehead University)
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN