scholarly journals Getting Your Feet Wet

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-11
Author(s):  
Ashley Lemke ◽  
Nicole Bucchino Grinnan ◽  
Jay V. Haigler
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
Scuba Diving ◽  
Homogeneous Group ◽  
Archaeological Sites ◽  
Underwater Archaeology ◽  
Underwater Cultural Heritage ◽  
Underrepresented Groups ◽  
General Lack

Abstract There is a lack of broad representation in archaeology generally, and in a specialized field such as underwater archaeology, this issue is only exacerbated. Underwater archaeological sites are often “out of sight, out of mind,“” creating a general lack of awareness of underwater cultural heritage and career prospects in many communities. Coupled with a lack of education and the additional demands of working in a submerged environment (e.g., scuba diving), there is a striking lack of diversity in underwater archaeology. Overall, underwater archaeologists are a largely homogeneous group, particularly along the lines of race and wealth—categories that often overlap. In the context of asking broader questions such as “Why are there so few underwater archaeologists of color?” and “How can we do better?” this article outlines the barriers to inclusivity writ large in underwater archaeology and provides solutions for increasing diversity and accessibility in the field, including specific opportunities and resources for underrepresented groups to “get their feet wet.”

Maritime Claims and Underwater Archaeology: When History Meets Politics

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (1-2) ◽  
pp. 1-131
Author(s):  
Mariano J. Aznar
Keyword(s):  
South China Sea ◽  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
International Law ◽  
South China ◽  
Ethical Issues ◽  
Underwater Archaeology ◽  
Underwater Cultural Heritage ◽  
Archaeological Heritage ◽  
Territorial Claims ◽  
Legal And Ethical Issues

Abstract Among other circumstances relevant to maritime delimitations, some States have recently used the protection of underwater cultural heritage (UCH) as grounds for advancing jurisdictional or sovereignty claims over different maritime areas. After identifying the contours of current international law governing that heritage, this book critically addresses: first, the generally limited use of archaeological heritage in territorial claims; second, the broad acceptance by States of ‘archaeological maritime zones’ that overlap with declared contiguous zones; and, third, the (mis)use of UCH and underwater archaeology in three still disputed maritime claims, namely, Canada’s claim in Arctic waters, China’s in the South China Sea, and Russia’s in Crimea and its surrounding waters. Legal and ethical issues related to underwater archaeology are also discussed.

scholarly journals Taiwan's underwater cultural heritage documentation management

2015 ◽  
Vol XL-5/W7 ◽  
pp. 533-537
Author(s):  
Y.-Y. Tung
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
Archaeological Sites ◽  
Underwater Cultural Heritage ◽  
Documentation System ◽  
Archaeological Investigation ◽  
Ancient Time ◽  
Individual Institution ◽  
Underwater Targets

Taiwan is an important trading and maritime channels for many countries since ancient time. Numerous relics lie underwater due to weather, wars, and other factors. In the year of 2006, Bureau of Cultural Heritage (BOCH) entrusted the Underwater Archaeological Team of Academia Sinica to execute the underwater archaeological investigation projects. Currently, we verified 78 underwater targets, with 78 site of those had been recognized as shipwrecks sites. Up to date, there is a collection of 638 underwater objects from different underwater archaeological sites. Those artefacts are distributed to different institutions and museums. As very diverse management methods/systems are applied for every individual institution, underwater cultural heritage data such as survey, excavation report, research, etc. are poorly organized and disseminated for use. For better communication regarding to Taiwan’s underwater cultural heritage in every level, a universal format of documentation should be established. By comparing the existing checklist used in Taiwan with guidelines that are followed in other countries, a more intact and appropriate underwater cultural heritage condition documentation system can be established and adapted in Taiwan.

scholarly journals Underwater Cultural Heritage and Maritime Archaeology in Croatia: An Overview

2012 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
pp. 285-308 ◽  
Author(s):  
Irena Radić Rossi
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
Maritime Archaeology ◽  
Classical Antiquity ◽  
Archaeological Sites ◽  
Systematic Research ◽  
Underwater Cultural Heritage ◽  
Adriatic Coast ◽  
Modern Era ◽  
Maritime Environment

Archaeological sites in Croatia's shallow waters are mentioned in written sources from the sixteenth century, and since the eighteenth century they have been used as evidence for the sinking of the Eastern Adriatic coast. It was at the end of the same century that the first Roman shipwreck in Croatian waters was reported. Sponge divers and coral hunters raised archaeological finds from the seabed off the Croatian coast, thus contributing to the creation of many private and monastic collections. Isolated campaigns aimed at protecting underwater cultural heritage began in the 1950s, and by 1970 these efforts became part of a well-organized system. Although the lack of systematic research remains notable, a number of surveys and rescue excavations have enriched our knowledge of ancient seafaring along the Croatian coast and have contributed to the study of the maritime environment. Some well-preserved shipwrecks from classical antiquity and the modern era show excellent potential for thein situprotection and presentation of Croatian underwater cultural heritage.

scholarly journals THE ENHANCEMENT OF UNDERWATER CULTURAL HERITAGE ASSETS USING AUGMENTED REALITY (AR)

2019 ◽  
Vol XLII-2/W10 ◽  
pp. 119-125
Author(s):  
A. Malliri ◽  
K. Siountri ◽  
E. Skondras ◽  
D. D. Vergados ◽  
C.-N. Anagnostopoulos
Keyword(s):  
Augmented Reality ◽  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Intelligent Systems ◽  
Research Work ◽  
Maritime Archaeology ◽  
Archaeological Sites ◽  
Underwater Cultural Heritage ◽  
East Lokris ◽  
Cloud Technologies

<p><strong>Abstract.</strong> Τhe development in the fields of Underwater Cultural Heritage (UCH) management and Maritime Archaeology, yields an interdisciplinary and creative academic framework, such as the Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) sector that has been proved to build intelligent systems and applications. However, the ways to fully make use of these technologies are still being explored, as their potential have not been exploited yet. Underwater archaeological sites, semi (/or fully) submerged settlements, ancient ports and shipwrecks, unlike land sites, are not accessible to public due to their special (sub) marine environment and depth. In this paper, an innovative research idea of using Augmented Reality (AR) for maintaining the memory and the information of underwater archaeological sites, is presented. Although the “artificial” visual documentation cannot replace the authentic values of the underwater tangible heritage, the AR technology can contribute to the protection of the intangible properties and the conquered knowledge of the past of a place. This research work will focus, among other case studies, on the (semi) submerged fortifications and their contiguous contents of the acropolis of Halai in east Lokris, Greece. Hence, along with the climate change that may lead more antiquities covered by water during the following years, the advances in the communication field and the up-coming 5G and cloud technologies will make the idea fully applicable, contributing to the enhancement of the coastal and the underwater archaeological remains.</p>

scholarly journals Estratégias de promoção do património cultural subaquático nos Açores. O caso da ilha do Faial.

2020 ◽  
pp. 285-296
Author(s):  
José Luís Neto ◽  
José Bettencourt ◽  
Luís Borges ◽  
Pedro Parreira
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
Early Modern ◽  
Underwater Archaeology ◽  
Underwater Cultural Heritage ◽  
Academic Institutions ◽  
International Networks ◽  
Azores Archipelago ◽  
Modern Age ◽  
New Strategies

Considering the Azores archipelago was one of the pioneer stages of underwater archaeology, on the Portuguese reality, the island of Faial was one of the more intervened, over the last two decades. These archaeological works have produced new contributes towards studying ships from the Early Modern Age, that crossed the Atlantic. Recently, joint efforts between governmental authorities and academic institutions have created new strategies for the promotion of said underwater cultural heritage, allowing for its inclusion on international networks, which have reinforced its protection and activated its potential, being a socioeconomically valid resource for the Region. Presently, we present these developments and its contributes towards the management and studying of the cultural underwater heritage in Portugal.

Shipwreck Archaeology in South America

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dolores Elkin
Keyword(s):  
South America ◽  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
Research Management ◽  
Underwater Archaeology ◽  
South American ◽  
Public Outreach ◽  
Underwater Cultural Heritage ◽  
Treasure Hunting ◽  
South American Region ◽  
Insight Into

This article focuses on archaeological discoveries of shipwrecks as a component of nautical, maritime, and underwater archaeology in the South American region. It gives insight into shipwreck research studies conducted in different South American countries through various case studies. In the mid-1990s, Argentina witnessed the birth of two underwater archaeology research groups. Both teams conduct various activities pertaining to maritime cultural heritage, research, management, education, and public outreach. Brazil was the first country in South America to begin conducting activities related to underwater cultural heritage. Chile has recently been developing several initiatives oriented toward preservation, public outreach, and investigation of the country's underwater cultural heritage. Shipwreck archaeology in Colombia is still at a nascent stage. Legislation in Uruguay has allowed the activities of treasure hunting and other forms of commercial exploitation of historic shipwrecks. The field of conservation of waterlogged materials is less mature than the archaeology front in South America.

scholarly journals VIRTUAL DIVING IN THE UNDERWATER ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE OF CALA MINNOLA

2017 ◽  
Vol XLII-2/W3 ◽  
pp. 121-126 ◽  
Author(s):  
F. Bruno ◽  
A. Lagudi ◽  
L. Barbieri ◽  
M. Muzzupappa ◽  
M. Mangeruga ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
3D Reconstruction ◽  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
Archaeological Site ◽  
Biological Information ◽  
Archaeological Sites ◽  
Underwater Cultural Heritage ◽  
Virtual Tour ◽  
New Methods ◽  
Sustainable Exploitation

The paper presents the application of the technologies and methods defined in the VISAS project for the case study of the underwater archaeological site of Cala Minnola located in the island of Levanzo, in the archipelago of the Aegadian Islands (Sicily, Italy). The VISAS project (http://visas-project.eu) aims to improve the responsible and sustainable exploitation of the Underwater Cultural Heritage by means the development of new methods and technologies including an innovative virtual tour of the submerged archaeological sites. <br><br> In particular, the paper describes the 3D reconstruction of the underwater archaeological site of Cala Minnola and focus on the development of the virtual scene for its visualization and exploitation. The virtual dive of the underwater archaeological site allows users to live a recreational and educational experience by receiving historical, archaeological and biological information about the submerged exhibits, the flora and fauna of the place.

scholarly journals ACCESSIBILITY TO UNDERWATER CULTURAL HERITAGE: INTERACTIVE WEB NAVIGATION OF THE ROMAN SUBMERSED VESSEL OF CALA MINNOLA

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Andrea Scianna ◽  
Giuseppe Fulvio Gaglio ◽  
Marcello La Guardia
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Heritage ◽  
Virtual Environments ◽  
Technological Development ◽  
Archaeological Site ◽  
Archaeological Sites ◽  
Underwater Cultural Heritage ◽  
Complex Environments ◽  
5G Networks ◽  
Web Navigation ◽  
Virtual Reconstruction

The possibilities offered by photogrammetric reconstruction based on computer vision algorithms allowed in recent years to develop new interesting solutions for the use and dissemination of knowledge on Cultural Heritage (CH). In the same way, the recent technological development in the field of Virtual Reality (VR) has offered new possibilities for the creation of interactive virtual environments which can be freely accessed via the browser using any type of device. These technologies acquire an additional relevance if applied to archaeological sites or monuments that are difficult to access, or even totally inaccessible, except by specialized personnel. In this case the virtual fruition on web becomes strategic for the valorization of CH, as in the case of submerged archaeological sites, where the virtual tour represents in fact the only opportunity of diffuse accessibility. The present case shows the virtual reconstruction of the wreck area of the Roman ship found on the seabed of Cala Minnola on the island of Levanzo (TP, Italy). The model, obtained from a Structure from Motion (SfM) processing of a chunk of photos originally intended for a traditional photogrammetric survey, was edited and inserted into a specific template based on HTML5 and linked to Javascript libraries (Three.js) which allowed browsing on web. Subsequently, the navigation model was appropriately adapted to the purpose, so as to make the use of the network more intuitive possible, considering any type of device and using the most common browsers (Chrome, Safari, Firefox). This experimentation is a viable procedure for spreading the knowledge of a submerged archaeological site in a simple way, by web-browsing. This type of navigation models with the future development of 5G networks will find greater diffusion and application, with the possibility of including increasingly complex environments in the navigation.

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