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Reduction of lithologic-log data to numbers for use in the digital computer

January 1, 1971

The development of a standardized system for conveniently coding lithologic-log data for use in the digital computer has long been needed. The technique suggested involves a reduction of the original written alphanumeric log to a numeric log by use of computer programs. This numeric log can then be retrieved as a written log, interrogated for pertinent information, or analyzed statistically.


Publication Year 1971
Title Reduction of lithologic-log data to numbers for use in the digital computer
DOI 10.1007/BF02047434
Authors C.O. Morgan, J.M. McNellis
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title Journal of the International Association for Mathematical Geology
Index ID 70001540
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
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