Geophysical Methods For Cultural Heritage Management

Author : Marilena Cozzolino,Elisa Di Giovanni,Paolo Mauriello,Salvatore Piro,Daniela Zamuner
Publisher : Springer
Page : 211 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2018-03-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319747903

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Geophysical Methods for Cultural Heritage Management by Marilena Cozzolino,Elisa Di Giovanni,Paolo Mauriello,Salvatore Piro,Daniela Zamuner Pdf

This book provides information and tools necessary to bridge and integrate the knowledge gaps related to the acquisition and processing of archaeological data, specifically in the field of preventive diagnostics, urban centers, archaeological parks and historical monuments, through activities that involve the application of non-invasive diagnostic detection systems, in the field of applied geophysics. The principal aim of this book is to define a tool for experts that work in the frame of Cultural Heritage and to identify a procedure of intervention transferable and usable in different geographical contexts and areas of investigations: it could help to decide the better technique of investigation to apply in relation to the predictive characteristics of the archaeological site and the objectives of the survey. The book is divided in two parts. The first one explains the theory of ground high resolution penetrating radar (GPR), electrical resistivity tomography (ERT), controlled source electromagnetism system, differential magnetic method and the scenario of integrated methods of different geophysical techniques. Each section covers the basic theory (complete description of the physical parameters involved in the method), field instruments (description of all systems actually offered by commercial companies), field techniques (presentation of the main procedures and setting parameters used to explore the ground surface during data acquisition), techniques of data processing and representation (main processing routines and comparison between different techniques; presentation of different typologies of graphical representation), and the possibility and limitations of methods (explanation of best and worst conditions of implementation of the geophysical technique in relation to the contrasts between archaeological features and the natural background and the features of the instruments and arrays). The second part describes some applications of geophysical prospection to Cultural Heritage in detailed case histories, divided in sections relative to monuments, historical buildings, urban centres, archaeological parks and ancient viability. Moreover, examples of integration of three-dimensional reliefs and geophysical diagnostic of a monuments and studies of large scale reconnaissance implemented into a Geographical Information System are treated. In each case study the authors cover the description of the archaeological or historical contest; an explanation of the problem to solve; a choice of the geophysical methods; the setting of the procedure of data acquisition; techniques of data processing; a representation, interpretation, and discussion of the results.

Author : Don H. Heimmer
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Archaeological surveying
ISBN : UCBK:C052750056

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Near-surface, High Resolution Geophysical Methods for Cultural Resource Management and Archaeological Investigations by Don H. Heimmer Pdf

Author : Gad Mohamed El-Qady,Claudio Margottini
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 720 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2023-02-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783031138102

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Sustainable Conservation of UNESCO and Other Heritage Sites Through Proactive Geosciences by Gad Mohamed El-Qady,Claudio Margottini Pdf

This book presents up-to-date geoscience technologies for heritage investigations and conservation, covering various sub-disciplines of geophysics, geodesy, 3D laser scanning technology, hydrogeology, and rock mechanics applied to the exploration of new heritage sites, mapping and visualization, as well as hazard mitigation. The current shift toward interdisciplinary ways of thinking highlights the added value of merging arts with sciences and other disciplines for better management and preservation of cultural heritage. Featuring advanced scientific investigations in 40 case studies around the globe, the book demonstrates how a better understanding of natural processes coupled with conservation approaches, mainly based on sustainable practices such as the use of traditional knowledge in recovery techniques and building local capacities, can ensure effective conservation.

Author : Don H. Heimmer,Steven Leroy De Vore
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Geophysics in archaeology
ISBN : OCLC:956506407

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Near-surface, High Resolution Geophysical Methods for Cultural Resource Management and Archaeological Investigations by Don H. Heimmer,Steven Leroy De Vore Pdf

Author : Giovanni Leucci
Publisher : Springer
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2018-10-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030018993

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Nondestructive Testing for Archaeology and Cultural Heritage by Giovanni Leucci Pdf

This textbook provides a general introduction to the most important nondestructive testing (NDT) exploration methods for cultural heritage sites. It and highlights the application of NDT exploration methods to archaeology and monumental property. The ability to gauge the extent of an archaeological deposit or the state of preservation of artefacts without resorting to destructive actions is extremely useful in identifying unknown or potential artefacts, and can help to understand and approach a given site in a more targeted manner, both for excavation and restoration operations. This book describes the main physical principles, campaign procedures, and processing and interpretation techniques of NDT, while also introducing a new technique and algorithm for data acquisition and processing. A large section of the book is devoted to actual on-site applications, and focuses on significant historical-archaeological sites in Italy and Turkey. The book offers an essential reference guide for students and scientists in archaeology, geophysics, architecture, and the engineering disciplines, as well as specialists.

Author : Carmen Cuenca-Garcia,Andrei Asăndulesei,Kelsey Lowe
Publisher : Springer
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2024-06-22
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 3031578996

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World Archaeo-Geophysics by Carmen Cuenca-Garcia,Andrei Asăndulesei,Kelsey Lowe Pdf

This open access volume showcases the intersection of geophysics and archaeology on a global scale, emphasising the evolution and application of geophysical methods in archaeological research and cultural heritage management. It compiles contributions from 74 experts based in 18 countries, with their research and case studies spanning across 24 different countries, focusing on the use of near-surface geophysical techniques and their integration with soil analyses and other methods to enrich archaeological interpretations. Prepared under the auspices of the collaborative network fostered by COST Action SAGA - CA17131, this work navigates through the successes and challenges encountered in the widespread adoption of archaeo-geophysical methods across diverse geographic and cultural landscapes. It offers a comprehensive chronicle of the genesis, maturation, and cutting-edge advancements in geophysical techniques, advocating for their amplified integration within the archaeological community. Incorporating an array of case studies and critical discussions on methodological and interpretive questions, the book underscores the importance of multidisciplinary collaboration, and defines perspectives for innovation and growth within the field. As an open-access work, 'WORLD ARCHAEO-GEOPHYSICS' aims to contribute to the democratisation of knowledge, fostering shared learning and cooperative engagement among professionals, academics, students and archaeology enthusiasts alike. Funded by the European Cooperation in Science and Technology (COST) and supported by the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), this volume stands as a legacy of the resilient spirit of collaboration that defined the COST Action SAGA community, even in the face of pandemic challenges. It invites the academic and professional community to engage in new explorations and advancements, positioning itself as a reference for current and future endeavors in archaeo-geophysics.

Author : Stefano Campana
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 376 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2019-08-30
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0367386801

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Seeing the Unseen. Geophysics and Landscape Archaeology by Stefano Campana Pdf

SEEING THE UNSEEN. GEOPHYSICS AND LANDSCAPE ARCHAEOLOGY is a collection of papers presented at the advanced XV International Summer School in Archaeology 'Geophysics for Landscape Archaeology' (Grosseto, Italy, 10-18 July 2006). Bringing together the experience of some of the world's greatest experts in the field of archaeological prospection, the focus of this book is not so much on the analysis of single buried structures, but more on researching the entire landscape in all its multi-period complexity. The book is divided into two parts. The first part concentrates on the theoretical basis of the various methods, illustrated for the most part through case-studies and practical examples drawn from a variety of geographical and cultural contexts. The second part focuses on the work carried out in the field during the Summer School. Tutors and students took part in the intensive application of the principal techniques of geophysical prospecting (magnetometry, EM, ERT and ground-penetrating radar) to locate, retrieve, process and interpret data for a large Roman villa-complex near Grosseto. SEEING THE UNSEEN. GEOPHYSICS AND LANDSCAPE ARCHAEOLOGY provides a clear illustration of the remarkable potential of geophysical methods in the study of ancient landscapes, and will be usefull to Archaeologists, Geophysicists, Environmental scientists, and those involved in the management of cultural heritage.

Author : Nicola Masini,Francesco Soldovieri
Publisher : Springer
Page : 593 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2017-04-06
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9783319505183

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Sensing the Past by Nicola Masini,Francesco Soldovieri Pdf

This book provides a complete overview of novel and state of art sensing technologies and geotechnologies relevant to support management and conservation of CH sites, monuments and works of art. The book is organized in an introduction stating the motivations and presenting the overall content of the volume and four parts. The first part focuses on remote sensing and geophysics for the study of human past and cultural heritage at site scale and as element of the surrounding territory. The second part presents an overview of non invasive technologies for investigating monuments and works of art. The third part presents the new opportunities of ICT for an improved and safe cultural heritage fruition, from the virtual and augmented reality of historical context to artifact tracking. Finally, the forth part presents a significant worldwide set of success cases of the exploitation of the integration of geotechnologies in archeology and architectural heritage management. This book is of interest to researchers, experts of heritage science, archaeologists, students, conservators and other professionals of cultural heritage.

Author : Benjamin Jennings,Christopher Gaffney,Thomas Sparrow,Sue Gaffney
Publisher : Archaeopress Publishing Ltd
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2017-09-30
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781784916787

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AP2017: 12th International Conference of Archaeological Prospection by Benjamin Jennings,Christopher Gaffney,Thomas Sparrow,Sue Gaffney Pdf

The Proceedings of 12th International Conference of Archaeological Prospection draws together over 100 papers addressing archaeological prospection techniques, methodologies and case studies from around the world.

Author : Osvaldo Gervasi,Beniamino Murgante,Sanjay Misra,Chiara Garau,Ivan Blečić,David Taniar,Bernady O. Apduhan,Ana Maria A. C. Rocha,Eufemia Tarantino,Carmelo Maria Torre,Yeliz Karaca
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 1035 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2020-09-29
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783030588205

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Computational Science and Its Applications – ICCSA 2020 by Osvaldo Gervasi,Beniamino Murgante,Sanjay Misra,Chiara Garau,Ivan Blečić,David Taniar,Bernady O. Apduhan,Ana Maria A. C. Rocha,Eufemia Tarantino,Carmelo Maria Torre,Yeliz Karaca Pdf

The seven volumes LNCS 12249-12255 constitute the refereed proceedings of the 20th International Conference on Computational Science and Its Applications, ICCSA 2020, held in Cagliari, Italy, in July 2020. Due to COVID-19 pandemic the conference was organized in an online event. Computational Science is the main pillar of most of the present research, industrial and commercial applications, and plays a unique role in exploiting ICT innovative technologies. The 466 full papers and 32 short papers presented were carefully reviewed and selected from 1450 submissions. Apart from the general track, ICCSA 2020 also include 52 workshops, in various areas of computational sciences, ranging from computational science technologies, to specific areas of computational sciences, such as software engineering, security, machine learning and artificial intelligence, blockchain technologies, and of applications in many fields.

Author : Sebastiano D'Amico,Valentina Venuti
Publisher : Springer
Page : 2256 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2022-01-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 3030600173

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Handbook of Cultural Heritage Analysis by Sebastiano D'Amico,Valentina Venuti Pdf

This Handbook covers non-invase techniques as well as digital technologies to study cultural heritage. It focuses on multidisciplinary approaches that help site managers to deal with their site form conservation to prevention. The book is conceived to foster exchanges of ideas and information and to update innovation on measurements suitable for cultural heritage across several disciplines. Contributions on measurements deriving from the large number of analytical methodologies and tools (spectroscopy, chemometrics, modeling, etc) are also of interest for the scientific community. Considering the tremendous amount of new interactive technologies which inevitably impact traditional arts, the final section of the Handbook focuses on the use of virtual reality systems in museums and archaeological sites. The Handbook will contribute to build an international network of cultural heritage scientists, architects, geophysicists, archaeologists, and soil scientists.

Author : David Cowley
Publisher : Archaeolingua
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Archaeological surveying
ISBN : 9639911208

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Remote Sensing for Archaeological Heritage Management by David Cowley Pdf

Remote sensing is one of the main foundations of archaeological data, underpinning knowledge and understanding of the historic environment. The volume, arising from a symposium organised by the Europae Archaeologiae Consilium (EAC) and the Aerial Archaeology Research Group (AARG), provides up to date expert statements on the methodologies, achievements and potential of remote sensing with a particular focus on archaeological heritage management. Well-established approaches and techniques are set alongside new technologies and data-sources, with discussion covering relative merits and applicability, and the need for integrated approaches to understanding and managing the landscape. Discussions cover aerial photography, both modern and historic, LiDAR, satellite imagery, multi- and hyper-spectral data, sonar and geophysical survey, addressing both terrestrial and maritime contexts. Case studies drawn from the contrasting landscapes of Europe illustrate best practice and innovative projects.

Author : Julie Satchell,Paola Palma
Publisher : CBA Research Reports
Page : 140 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 1902771680

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Managing the Marine Cultural Heritage by Julie Satchell,Paola Palma Pdf

Recent decades have witnessed an expansion of archaeological activity under water and in the coastal zone. There has also been a realisation of the threats to this material from human and natural action. This period of relatively rapid change has increased pressure on governments, heritage groups and agencies, coastal-zone managers, and sea users to formulate approaches to managing the maritime cultural heritage. This volume presents a range of international initiatives that include examples of management responses to regional, national, and international situations. It also discusses the principal challenges facing maritime archaeology, which have relevance not just in the UK but across the globe.

Author : Armin Schmidt
Publisher : Oxbow Books Limited
Page : 94 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Science
ISBN : UOM:39015053774942

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Geophysical Data in Archaeology by Armin Schmidt Pdf

Geophysical Data in Archaeology in the Arts and Humanities Data Service Guides to Good Practice series is a basic guide to good practice in the creation, methodology, use and storage of geophysical data for archaeologists who increasingly use sophisticated methods for collecting and interpreting information.

Author : Ionut Cristi Nicu,Alin Mihu-Pintilie,Erich Nau
Publisher : MDPI
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2021-09-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783036510781

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Cultural Heritage and Natural Disasters by Ionut Cristi Nicu,Alin Mihu-Pintilie,Erich Nau Pdf

This book brings together a total of six papers in an interdisciplinary way at the border of natural disasters and cultural heritage. There is a need for studying and documenting cultural heritage in Arctic landscapes, as these are the most affected by climate change. Remote sensing represents a powerful tool in the monitoring, management and safeguarding of cultural heritage. Sites included in the UNESCO World Heritage List should receive more attention from both geoscientists and social scientists. Urbanization has a short- and long-lasting effect on the conservation of cultural heritage.