Cross-Scale Geometric Recurrence in Lithic Surfaces: An Observational Analysis of 105 Sites

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Authors: Kyle Frankel Davis
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Abstract

This document presents an observational analysis of 105 lithic sites examining recurring geometric behaviours across material classes, spatial scales, and geographic locations. The analysis identifies consistent directional field organisation (~0° / ~30° / ~45°), cross-boundary continuity, and multi-scale recurrence. These features are documented without assigning causal mechanism and are structured to allow independent verification. The work defines a repeatable observational framework that can be applied to future specimens. Where these conditions are present, the same geometric relationships are observed. The protocol is scale-invariant, material-agnostic, and forward-compatible.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Pleistocene-Era Hominins and Archaeology Geological and Geochemical Analysis Building materials and conservation

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
24 March 2026
Language
EN