Tite, M. S. and Mullins, C. (1969). Electromagnetic prospecting: a preliminary investigation. Prospezioni Archeol 4. Vol 4, pp. 95-102.

Title The title of the publication or report Title:	Electromagnetic prospecting: a preliminary investigation
Issue The name of the volume or issue Issue:	Prospezioni Archeol 4
Series The series the publication or report is included in Series:	Prospezioni Archeologiche
Volume Volume number and part Volume:	4
Page Start/End The start and end page numbers. Page Start/End:	95 - 102
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Abstract The abstract describing the content of the publication or report Abstract:	Research on the use of electromagnetic instruments for archaeological prospecting, particularly the Pulsed Induction Meter (PIM) and the Soil Conductivity Meter (SCM), is described with reference to soil response rather than metal detection. The SCM, originally regarded as a rapid substitute for the resistivity meter, is shown to respond mainly to the enhanced magnetic properties of archaeological features, as do PIM and magnetometers. Magnetometers are generally superior, being more sensitive to deep features and to baked clay structures such as kilns, and easier to use in thick vegetation. PIM and SCM are, however, more effective for locating general areas of intense occupation or industrial activity, and shallow pits with fill of low magnetic susceptibility; the maximum topsoil thickness for the detection of a typical pit is about 0.5 m. Both instruments are also sensitive to ferrous and non-ferrous metals, PIM the more so. It is concluded that they are less versatile than magnetometers, but can provide valuable ancillary information. Sites discussed are Much Hadham, Herts (RB kiln); Thetford, Norfolk (town ditch); and Dragonby, (Lincs) (EIA and RB settlement). AJC
Author The authors of this publication or report Author:	M S Tite C Mullins
Year of Publication The year the book, article or report was published Year of Publication:	1969
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