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Ground-penetrating radar : an introduction for archaeologists / Lawrence B. Conyers, Dean Goodman.

By: Contributor(s): Language: English Publication details: Walnut Creek, CA : AltaMira Press, 1997.Description: 232 p. : ill. (some col.), maps ; 24 cmISBN:
  • 0761989285
  • 0761989277
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • CC79.G46 C66 1997
Contents:
Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. The GPR Method -- Chapter 3. GPR Equipment and Data Gathering -- Chapter 4. Post-Acquisition Data Processing -- Chapter 5. Synthetic GPR Modeling -- Chapter 6. Time-Depth Analyses -- Chapter 7. The Use of GPR Data to Map Buried Surfaces and Archaeological Features -- Chapter 8. Amplitude Analysis in GPR Studies.
Summary: A comprehensive and comprehendible guide to one of the most promising methods of non-invasive archaeological exploration. . . . Traditional archaeological excavation methods are sometimes daunting due to political or financial complications. Other times, an improperly planned dig can destroy or entirely overlook the artifacts being sought. In either case, ground-penetrating radar, or GPR, is an increasingly applicable technology, but one that few archaeologists truly understand. That is where this book excels. It is tailored towards an archaeological community who are for the most part apprehensive about using 'high-tech' instruments and feel more comfortable on their hands and knees digging in the dirt. Its abundant illustrations and easy-to-understand tables help to keep this potentially daunting subject matter accessible. It also contains more complex equations and theory so that the more technically oriented can use it as a reference tool. Includes instructions and case examples, which highlight the strengths and weaknesses of this important technology and, overall, give a clear picture of strengths and pitfalls of the medium as a whole.
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 207-223) and indexes.

Chapter 1. Introduction -- Chapter 2. The GPR Method -- Chapter 3. GPR Equipment and Data Gathering -- Chapter 4. Post-Acquisition Data Processing -- Chapter 5. Synthetic GPR Modeling -- Chapter 6. Time-Depth Analyses -- Chapter 7. The Use of GPR Data to Map Buried Surfaces and Archaeological Features -- Chapter 8. Amplitude Analysis in GPR Studies.

A comprehensive and comprehendible guide to one of the most promising methods of non-invasive archaeological exploration. . . . Traditional archaeological excavation methods are sometimes daunting due to political or financial complications. Other times, an improperly planned dig can destroy or entirely overlook the artifacts being sought. In either case, ground-penetrating radar, or GPR, is an increasingly applicable technology, but one that few archaeologists truly understand. That is where this book excels. It is tailored towards an archaeological community who are for the most part apprehensive about using 'high-tech' instruments and feel more comfortable on their hands and knees digging in the dirt. Its abundant illustrations and easy-to-understand tables help to keep this potentially daunting subject matter accessible. It also contains more complex equations and theory so that the more technically oriented can use it as a reference tool. Includes instructions and case examples, which highlight the strengths and weaknesses of this important technology and, overall, give a clear picture of strengths and pitfalls of the medium as a whole.

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