{"title":"Digital reconstruction of Mansingh Palace using historical descriptions and site analysis","authors":"Siddharth S. Jadon, Anjali S. Patil","doi":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00439","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00439","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In the contemporary landscape of preserving cultural heritage, traditional documentation methods prove time-consuming. However, the emergence of 3D laser scanning technologies, photogrammetry, virtual reality, and augmented reality offers efficient alternatives. These advanced techniques facilitate accurate digital reconstruction and conjecture formation and give real feel which benefiting in diverse fields like virtual museums, 3D printing, gaming, and virtual tourism. This is particularly crucial in the digital reconstruction of heritage sites damaged by vandalism, natural disasters, or deterioration. Numerous case studies, including the Temple of Athena, Palmyra temple, and Kilburn Fortress and many others underscore the efficacy of digital reconstruction methodologies. Digital reconstruction is important for the heritage site where conservation of heritage sites has been done but it is important to understand that many heritage structures were conserved during the 18th & 19th Centuries when conservation theories were in the development stages. Today, they should be digitally reconstructed to propose conjectures based on the evidence. Similar, the case of Gwalior <em>Mansingh</em> palace has been discussed here which were conserved before 19th C when the conservation theories were developed. Therefore, in this research work a strategy has been developed to adopt a comprehensive approach to digitally reconstructing <em>Mansingh</em> Palace by holistic approaches, leveraging archival paintings and on-site investigations. Through this research, we aim to contribute to the digital reconstruction of the <em>Mansingh</em> palace and try to bring in closest original form based on archival description, evidence and site inspections.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38225,"journal":{"name":"Digital Applications in Archaeology and Cultural Heritage","volume":"38 ","pages":"Article e00439"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144298587","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Corrigendum to“ Which ideas do we get from war museums? A computational text analysis of the museums of the Battle of the Ebro (Spanish Civil War)” [Digit. Appl. Archaeology Cult. Herit. 37 (2025) e00429]","authors":"Tania González-Cantera , Xavier Rubio-Campillo","doi":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00434","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00434","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":38225,"journal":{"name":"Digital Applications in Archaeology and Cultural Heritage","volume":"37 ","pages":"Article e00434"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144177490","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
L. Alessandri , L. Cardarelli , A. Cesaretti , R. Dan , A. Fiorillo , A. Sotgia , L. Cusimano , G.A. Della Sala , V. Gianni , C. Rossi
{"title":"From pencil to pixel: assessing ceramatic 2.0 against manual and laser-aided techniques in archaeological pottery documentation","authors":"L. Alessandri , L. Cardarelli , A. Cesaretti , R. Dan , A. Fiorillo , A. Sotgia , L. Cusimano , G.A. Della Sala , V. Gianni , C. Rossi","doi":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00435","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00435","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":38225,"journal":{"name":"Digital Applications in Archaeology and Cultural Heritage","volume":"37 ","pages":"Article e00435"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144134382","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yasemin Erkan Yazici , Semih Bayer , Neşe Çakici Alp
{"title":"Symmetry groups and kinetic potential of Tash Khauli Palace patterns","authors":"Yasemin Erkan Yazici , Semih Bayer , Neşe Çakici Alp","doi":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00432","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00432","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study explores the profound relationship between Islamic geometric patterns, symmetry groups, and kinetic systems, using patterns from Tash Khauli Palace in Uzbekistan, situated in the UNESCO-designated Itchan Kala. The investigation employs a parametric model with Rhinoceros® and Grasshopper software to analyze the kinetic potential within the symmetry group structures of these patterns. The research involves decomposing geometric shapes, identifying symmetry groups, and scrutinizing parameterized kinetic movements. Seventeen two-dimensional repetitive patterns—classified under what are commonly referred to as \"wallpaper groups\" in mathematical symmetry theory—are categorized, revealing a notable association between the P6M symmetry group —a classification featuring six-fold rotational and mirror symmetry—and heightened kinetic potential. This leads to the research question: 'Which symmetry groups possess the capacity for transformation into kinetic motion?' The findings emphasize the specific relevance of these patterns for design applications and contribute insights into the historical and architectural significance of Tash Khauli Palace. The study also demonstrates how kinetic exploration can enrich design possibilities in geometric patterns.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38225,"journal":{"name":"Digital Applications in Archaeology and Cultural Heritage","volume":"37 ","pages":"Article e00432"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143948224","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Vallianatou Eleni , Sarris Apostolos , Malaperdas George
{"title":"Cultural heritage risk assessment in a changing rural Landscape: The case study of Northeastern Messenia, Greece","authors":"Vallianatou Eleni , Sarris Apostolos , Malaperdas George","doi":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00425","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00425","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This paper discusses the impact of farming and natural phenomena on monuments in a remote rural area of northeastern Messenia, a region known for its fertile and arable soils. Over 40 sites of interest have been uncovered through past excavations and archaeological surveys, with numerous travelers documenting in situ antiquities near contemporary rural villages. This area, located on the northern fridges of the ancient Pylos and Messene sites, holds significant importance. However, because archaeological research has largely focused on these prominent sites, the other monuments and archaeological sites in the region have not received the attention they deserve. As a result, these lesser-known sites are now at risk, threatened by various factors in a dynamic rural environment. The goal of this research project was to highlight the risks facing the archaeological heritage of the region, which is heavily affected by intense agricultural practices and natural phenomena. The project also proposes countermeasures that could serve as a reference for the broader Messenia region, contributing to its protection. The method described in this article utilizes historical and aerial photography with an AHP approach for quantifying the risk assessment on the cultural heritage assets of the region.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38225,"journal":{"name":"Digital Applications in Archaeology and Cultural Heritage","volume":"38 ","pages":"Article e00425"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144170286","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Krystyna Romaniak , Anna Kulig , Szymon Filipowski
{"title":"Parametric modeling of the late Gothic vault: a case study of St. Zygmunt Church in Szydłowiec (Poland)","authors":"Krystyna Romaniak , Anna Kulig , Szymon Filipowski","doi":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00426","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00426","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The study investigates the late Gothic vault in the presbytery of St. Zygmunt's Church in Szydłowiec (Poland) and its original project, which is engraved at a 1:1 scale on the wall plaster of the nave. This engraving served as the basis for modeling a digital construction of the vault. The modeling process employed historical construction techniques and geometric principles, such as identical circle arcs and a twice-bent semicircle. A ribbed structure almost identical to the one observed in situ in the monument was obtained. Additionally, the virtual model revealed the exceptional craftsmanship of late Gothic builders, particularly in the precise execution of the complex stone arch connections.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38225,"journal":{"name":"Digital Applications in Archaeology and Cultural Heritage","volume":"37 ","pages":"Article e00426"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143934979","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A methodology for integrating the CIDOC-CRMba ontology into the IFC schema to support spatial analysis in archaeological heritage","authors":"Jesús Muñoz-Cádiz, Chiara Mariotti, Romina Nespeca, Letizia Bolognese","doi":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00431","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00431","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The paper introduces a methodology for mapping the CIDOC-CRMba ontology into the Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) schema to enhance building reuse. The methodology leverages semantic enrichment of three-dimensional (3D) reality-based objects, incorporating CIDOC-CRM relationships for advanced metadata. The proposed approach has been tested on the Roman Theater of Hadrianopolis in Sofratikë (Albania). The results demonstrate increased interoperability, semantic robustness, and scalability in Heritage Building Information Modeling (HBIM) workflows when applying openBIM standards. Furthermore, the obtained IFC data library <em>A</em><sup><em>2</em></sup><em>Heritage</em> bridges the gap between object-based schemas and ontology-driven approaches, providing a standardized framework for managing cultural heritage (CH) data across disciplines.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38225,"journal":{"name":"Digital Applications in Archaeology and Cultural Heritage","volume":"37 ","pages":"Article e00431"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143929591","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Which ideas do we get from war museums? A computational text analysis of the museums of the Battle of the Ebro (Spanish Civil War)","authors":"Tania González-Cantera , Xavier Rubio-Campillo","doi":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00429","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00429","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>War museums convey traumatic experiences through complex and contested narratives that shape visitors' perceptions. The Ebro battlefield exemplifies these complexities, with multiple institutions preserving its heritage while presenting differing interpretations. This article employs a Digital Humanities approach to analyse the messages conveyed by these museums. The team digitised exhibition panel texts using OCR technology and applied various textual analysis and data visualisation methods, including word frequency counts and topic modelling. The integration of topic modelling in museum discourse analysis enables the quantification of trends and the identification of overlooked narratives. Results reveal a strong emphasis on the conflict's international dimension and a tendency towards politically equidistant narratives. The analysis also highlights the under-representation of certain groups, particularly civilians, and identifies tensions between museum portrayals of looting and heritage laws.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":38225,"journal":{"name":"Digital Applications in Archaeology and Cultural Heritage","volume":"37 ","pages":"Article e00429"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143934978","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Piotr T. Bojakowski , Katie Custer Bojakowski , Andrew J. Billingsley , Raul Palomino Berrocal
{"title":"Terrestrial laser scanning and UAV photogrammetry in documentation of historic ships: A case study based on the late 19th-century schooner Equator","authors":"Piotr T. Bojakowski , Katie Custer Bojakowski , Andrew J. Billingsley , Raul Palomino Berrocal","doi":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00423","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00423","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Current efforts in cultural heritage documentation largely incorporate a process of creating a digital representation of an object, groups of objects, or entire large-scale sites using various scanning methods, tools, and data sources. One application of digital documentation is the recording and analyses of maritime resources—historic ships and shipwrecks—that, for all practical and economic reasons will not survive. To preserve the data in lieu of a physical object, this article presents a set of approaches and methodological considerations of recording ships in a terrestrial setting with a combination of laser scanning, UAV photogrammetry, and traditional archaeological recording. Using the late 19th-century Pacific schooner (turned steamer, turned diesel tugboat), <em>Equator</em>, as a case study, a ship that was scheduled for demolition in 2023, the goal of this article is to show the workflow, preliminary results, and range of settings to produce comprehensive, precise, yet highly expedited digital documentation for historic preservation of this important vessel<em>.</em></div></div>","PeriodicalId":38225,"journal":{"name":"Digital Applications in Archaeology and Cultural Heritage","volume":"37 ","pages":"Article e00423"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143929590","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Multi-camera photogrammetry for 3D scanning cultural garments","authors":"David N. Pyle, Damian Candusso","doi":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00430","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.daach.2025.e00430","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":38225,"journal":{"name":"Digital Applications in Archaeology and Cultural Heritage","volume":"37 ","pages":"Article e00430"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2025-05-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144139342","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}