Description
Cylindric equal-area projection optimized for mid latitudes.
Classifications
cylindric
equal-area
Graticule
Meridians: Straight, evenly spaced, 50.6% the length of the parallels.
Parallels: Straight, with variable spacing.
Scale
Scale is correct along 37°30′N/S parallels and constant along all parallels.
Distortion
Free of distortion along the 37°30′N/S parallels and constant along all parallels.
Similar projections
This is a specialization of the cylindric equal-area projection, arranged to present the United States with least distortion.
Very similar to Trystan Edwards.
Origin
Proposed by Mick Dyer in 2002.