Archaeology & Heritage

The latest remote sensing technologies are changing the way in which archaeologists and those working in conservation research and record our cultural heritage. Terrestrial geospatial surveys can provide accurate data of buildings and structures, whilst aerial surveys reveal topographic and land cover details on the earth’s surface.

Geomatics Group utilise a variety of survey technologies including airborne and terrestrial LIDAR, hyperspectral imaging and bathymetry, to offer a comprehensive range of solutions to the archaeology and heritage sector.

Airborne LIDAR, in particular, has established itself as being a highly accurate and cost effective method in the detection and mapping of historic settlements. LIDAR is able to penetrate vegetation, which can hinder traditional survey techniques.

Applications include:

• Mapping and visualisation of archaeological landscapes
• 3D models of buildings and structures
• Identifying archaeological features
• Discovering subterranean structures
• Mapping underwater features
• Environmental impact assessments

Geomatics Group regularly provides survey data for archaeological purposes to organisations such as English Heritage, Defence Estates, Channel 4’s Time Team, Dartmoor National Park Authority and to many UK Universities for research.

To find out more about the work we carried out for the Ancient Cwmbran and the Cistercians Project, download the case study.

For more information, please contact us or download the Archaeology brochure.

 

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