Digital archaeology is a discipline that applies technological tools to the study of the past. Its goal is to improve the processes of documentation, analysis, and dissemination of archaeological heritage, leveraging advances in computing, computer vision, and geographic information systems.
Some of its applications are the following:
- Photogrammetry and 3D modeling: The creation of three-dimensional models of sites, objects, and archaeological structures allows for precise documentation and the generation of virtual reconstructions for research and dissemination.
- Geographic information systems (GIS): GIS facilitates the spatial analysis of archaeological sites, enabling the study of settlement patterns, artifact distribution, and landscape changes over time.
- AI and data analysis: Machine learning tools and large-scale data analysis are revolutionizing the interpretation of archaeological patterns and the automatic classification of materials
- Virtual and augmented reality: These technologies enable immersive experiences for heritage dissemination, allowing the public to explore archaeological sites in virtual environments.