MCoRDS (multi-channel radar depth scanning system), used within the scope of a joint remote sensing mission called “Polar Horizon 2026”, detected a structural anomaly at a depth of approximately 320 meters.
This anomaly is not compatible with classical geological structures. The data obtained shows an orthogonal (right-angled) geometry with steep walls approximately 45 meters high. This makes it difficult to explain the structure by standard subglacial weathering processes.
Density and structure attract attention
Aerial gravimetric measurements indicate the presence of high-density materials (e.g. worked basalt or compact limestone) in the region.
Radar analyzes revealed a polygonal structure spanning an area of more than 1.2 square kilometers.
Although classical geology tried to explain such formations with natural processes such as “column basalt”, the regular and sharp lines in the structure led some researchers to discuss different possibilities.
These possibilities include an ancient pre-glacial structure or some type of foundation or enclosure system.
Mysterious “shape” under the ice
To explain the situation with a simple example, think of Antarctica as a giant cake covered with thick white icing. When scientists looked under this cake with powerful “x-ray” technology, they saw a geometric shape with smooth, sharp corners instead of an irregular structure.
It’s as if someone placed a regular structure on the base before pouring the cream.
Today, increasing temperatures are melting this “cream” and the boundaries of this structure, which has remained hidden for millions of years, become visible for the first time.
Traces dating back 15 million years
In the first drillings in the region, pollen from temperate climate plants dating back 15 million years was found. This shows that the region was not once covered in ice.
However, the discovered structure appears to be located above these layers. This makes the timing of the build uncertain.
If further analysis confirms that there are regular cavities within the structure, this discovery could be much more than an ordinary geological find.
Experts are cautious: It may be natural but unusual
According to the researchers, the structure detected is:
It is large, regular and symmetrical in form, under more than 300 meters of ice. It has different characteristics from natural rock formations.
However, the strongest scientific possibility is that this structure may be a volcanic plateau or a piece of continental crust, which is rare but can form through natural processes.
