DXCIV
DXCIV is a class of noria waterwheel discovered at the ancient Roman settlement of Falchion, Romania. Noria waterwheels are a type of ancient irrigation technology that originated in ancient Mesopotamia and were later adopted by the ancient Greeks and Romans. The term "DXCIV" was assigned by the site's excavators, likely referencing the "DX" followed by a Roman numeral designating the wheel's sequence in the excavation site.
DXCIV is significant for its well-preserved condition, allowing researchers to study the construction and operation of
The DXCIV waterwheel, along with other norias found at Falchion, provides valuable insight into the engineering