Radial basis function network based feature extraction for improvement the procedure of sourcing neolithic ceramics

Abstract

Modern studies of a cultural heritage objects are increasingly multidisciplinary. A variety of analytical techniques supported by pattern recognition methods can help in answering about the origin, dating or authenticity. Results of sourcing ceramics from three Neolithic sites in Serbia are shown in this paper. The procedure based on radial basic function networks (RBFN) was employed in ceramic characterization. The results obtained were tested in previously established procedure for origin of production determination.