Digital documentation techniques of tunneling excavations at archaeological sites are becoming more common. These methods, such as photogrammetry and LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging), are able to create precise three-dimensional models of excavations to complement traditional forms of documentation with millimeter to centimeter accuracy. However, these techniques require either expensive pieces of equipment or a long processing time that can be prohibitive during short field seasons in remote areas. This article aims to determine the effectiveness of various low-cost sensors and real-time algorithms to create digital scans of archaeological excavations.
Gautier, Q. K., Garrison, T. G., Rushton, F., Bouck, N., Lo, E., Tueller, P., Schurgers, C., & Kastner, R. (2020). Low-cost 3D scanning systems for cultural heritage documentation. [3D scanning systems for cultural heritage] Journal of Cultural Heritage Management and Sustainable Development, 10(4), 437-455.
https://doi.org/10.1108/JCHMSD-03-2020-0032