The article analyzes how water flows towards wells that don't reach the full depth of the underground water source. It presents methods to determine the properties of the aquifer, like how easily water moves through it and how much water it can hold. The researchers found that by using specific techniques, they could figure out these properties accurately, even when the well doesn't go all the way down. They also discussed the limitations of some existing methods and suggested ways to better understand how water moves through different types of aquifers.