Multi-temporal archaeological analyses of alluvial landscapes using the photogrammetric restitution of historical flights: a case study of Medellin (Badajoz,Spain) |
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Authors: | Juan Antonio Pérez Álvarez Victorino Mayoral Herrera José Ángel Martínez del Pozo María Teresa de Tena |
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Institution: | 1. Universidad de Extremadura, Centro Universitario de Mérida, Área de Ingeniería Cartográfica, Geodesia y Fotogrametría, Avda. Santa Teresa de Jornet, 38, 06800 Mérida, Badajoz, Spain;2. Instituto de Arqueología (CSIC-Junta de Extremadura), Plaza de España 15, 06800 Mérida, Badajoz, Spain |
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Abstract: | One of the main challenges affecting the archaeological study of alluvial landscapes is the intensity of change these environments experience over time. Quick and dramatic alterations in geomorphological dynamics and land exploitation determine the visibility and conservation of the archaeological record. This study proposes an approach to the problem of studying these evolving environments based on the analysis and treatment of a series aerial photographs taken between the 1950s and the present day. This paper is particularly interested in looking at the process of photogrammetric restitution and in validating and comparing the digital terrain models and orthoimages produced. The quantitative analysis and visual interpretation of these results can provide valuable information about the transformation of landscapes and factors affecting surface evidence. The intended final result is to develop the ability to map the most problematic or best preserved areas. Nevertheless, it is considered in terms of a relative measure of change magnitude, rather than trying to provide absolute figures. |
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Keywords: | Landscape archaeology Landscape change Aerial photogrammetry Air photo interpretation Digital terrain modelling Archaeological survey Peninsular south-west Medellin |
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