Virtual Archaeology as an Integrated Preservation Method

Pletinckx, Daniel

doi:10.4995/var.2011.4545

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“…This has been demonstrated in under-water archaeology, where sites are at high risk of damage due to shipping activity (Jaklič et al 2015). Nevertheless, the widespread use of 3D digitisation in conservation and heritage may be limited by a lack of long-term preservation of digital data (Pletinckx 2011), which is another issue that should be considered by researchers working in a digital environment.…”

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“…They may shed light on previous alterations (Fontana et al 2002), allowing reverse engineering of the original artefact, and would enable researchers to easily replicate and reconstruct missing areas, allowing optimal restoration (Fontana et al 2002;Pletinckx 2011). Digital records could even extend the restoration process into a fourth dimension, allowing researchers to see the evolution of structures over time (Pletinckx 2011). Digitisation may also play a vital role in conservation, serving as a comparison to monitor changes in an artefact or area over time (Ahmon 2004).…”

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“…As 3D digitisation techniques do not require contact with the object in question, unlike traditional methods which may cause damage (Ahmon 2004), they can be used on fragile material before restoration work commences. They may shed light on previous alterations (Fontana et al 2002), allowing reverse engineering of the original artefact, and would enable researchers to easily replicate and reconstruct missing areas, allowing optimal restoration (Fontana et al 2002;Pletinckx 2011). Digital records could even extend the restoration process into a fourth dimension, allowing researchers to see the evolution of structures over time (Pletinckx 2011).…”

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“…This is especially true of 3D digital methods, where visually stunning images can be produced. However, researchers must be applying the most appropriate method; this means prioritising methodological efficiency and focusing on answering the scientific question(s) at hand, rather than what can be achieved with 3D techniques (Pletinckx 2011). Therefore, before implementing the most complex methodology, researchers should use a cost-benefit analysis approach to assess the possible improvement of quality in results, as well as time and cost benefits that 3D methods could have over more traditional methods.…”

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“…The scientific validity of 3D digitisation methods in archaeology and anthropology is yet to be fully established (Pletinckx 2011). Validation requires that these methods be demonstrated to be precise, accurate, and reliable.…”

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The Suitability of 3D Data: 3D Digitisation of Human Remains

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2018

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________________________________________________________________The use of 3D data in the analysis of skeletal and fossil materials has conveyed numerous advantages in many fields; however, as the availability and use of 3D scanning equipment are rapidly increasing, it is important for researchers to consider whether these methods are suitable for the proposed study. The issue of suitability has been largely overlooked in previous research; for instance, casts and reconstruction methods are frequently used to increase sample sizes, without sufficient assessment of the effect, this may have on the accuracy and reliability of results. Furthermore, the reliability of geometric morphometric methods and the implications of virtual curation have not received sufficient consideration. This paper discusses the suitability of 3D research with regard to the accuracy, reliability, and accessibility of methods and materials, as well as the effects of the current learning environment. Areas where future work will progress 3D research are proposed. ________________________________________________________________Résumé: L'utilisation de données 3D dans l'analyse de matériaux squelettiques et fossiles a fourni de nombreux avantages dans plusieurs domaines, mais comme la disponibilité et l'utilisation de l'équipement de balayage 3D connaissent une montée rapide, les chercheurs doivent se demander si ces méthodes conviennent à l'étude proposée. Le problème de la convenance a été largement ignoré dans les recherches précédentes. Pour cas, des méthodes de moulage et de reconstruction sont souvent utilisées pour augmenter la taille des échantillons sans d'abord évaluer avec précision l'effet de celles-ci sur l'exactitude et la fiabilité des résultats. Qui plus est, la fiabilité des méthodes morphométriques géométriques et les répercussions de la conservation virtuelle n'ont pas fait l'objet de suffisamment d'attention. Le présent article discute de la convenance des recherches 3D relativement à l'exactitude, la fiabilité et l'accessibilité des méthodes et matériaux, ainsi que des effets de l'environnement d'apprentissage actuel. Nous y proposons des domaines où les travaux futurs feront avancer la recherche 3D. ________________________________________________________________Resumen: El uso de datos tridimensionales en el análisis de material esqueléticos y fó siles ha proporcionado numerosas ventajas en muchos campos, sin embargo, dado que la disponibilidad y el uso de equipos de escaneo en 3D está aumentando rápidamente, es importante que los investigadores consideren si estos métodos son adecuados para el estudio propuesto. En gran parte el tema de la idoneidad ha sido pasado por alto en investigaciones previas; por ejemplo, con frecuencia se utilizan moldes y métodos de reconstrucció n para aumentar el tamañ o de las muestras, sin una evaluació n suficiente del efecto que esto puede tener en la precisió n y confiabilidad de los resultados. Además, la confiabilidad de los métodos morfométricos geométricos y las implicacio...

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A Case Study into the User Experience of an Application of Virtual Reality at the Saint Paul’s Catacombs, Malta

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2020

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The West Digital Conservatory of Archaeological Heritage project

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Gaugne

Bernard

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2013 Digital Heritage International Congress (DigitalHeritage)

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Abstract-The West Digital Conservatory of ArchaeologicalHeritage p r o j e c t , a . k . a . W D C A H , i s a n e w F r e n c h r e s e a r c h organization whose aim is to both ensure the preservation of digital archaeological data, and deliver expertise in production, analysis, visualization and virtual reality exploration techniques. This project is an interdisciplinary project composed of engineers and researchers in archaeology, computer science, virtual reality and 3D interaction with virtual environments. The major objectives of this conservatory project are: (i) sustainable and centralized safeguarding and archiving of 2D/3D data produced by the archaeological community; (ii) free access to metadata; (iii) secure access to data for the different actors involved in scientific projects and (iv) the support and advice for these actors in the 3D data production and exploration through the latest digital technologies, modeling tools and virtual reality systems. This paper focuses on the first activities of the WDCAH which mainly concern digital models production using photogrammetry, 3D laser scans, and 3D computer graphics software. We are currently working on the reconstitution of six archaeological sites located in the west of France ranging from prehistory to the Middle Ages: the Cairn of Carn Island, the covered pathway of Roh Coh Coet, the Goh Min Ru megalithic site, the gallo-roman mansion of Vanesia, the keep of the Château de Sainte-Suzanne, the Porte des Champs of the Château d'Angers. Other proposals are currently under study.Index Terms-Archaeological heritage -digital preservationVirtual archaeology-3D models.

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Virtual Archaeology as an Integrated Preservation Method

Cited by 13 publications

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The Suitability of 3D Data: 3D Digitisation of Human Remains

The Suitability of 3D Data: 3D Digitisation of Human Remains

A Case Study into the User Experience of an Application of Virtual Reality at the Saint Paul’s Catacombs, Malta

The West Digital Conservatory of Archaeological Heritage project

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