Revealing the secrets of composite helmets of ancient Japanese tradition

Salvemini, Filomena; Grazzi, Francesco; Fedrigo, Anna; Williams, Alan; Civita, F.; Scherillo, A.; Vontobel, Peter; Hartmann, Stefan; Lehmann, Eberhard; Zoppi, M.

doi:10.1140/epjp/i2013-13087-y

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“…Some examples of the application of this technique are provided in Refs. [26][27][28][29]. In these cases, one takes advantage of the coherent and elastic interaction of neutrons with the sample.…”

Section: Neutron Imagingmentioning

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Neutrons for Cultural Heritage—Techniques, Sensors, and Detection

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et al. 2020

Sensors

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Advances in research in Cultural Heritage see increasing application of a multidisciplinary approach and the combined use of physical and chemical characterization of artefacts that can be used to define their structure and their state of conservation, also providing valuable information in selecting the most suitable microclimatic conditions for the exhibition environment. This approach provides a platform for a synergic collaboration amongst researchers, restorers, conservators, and archaeologists. Existing state-of-the-art technologies for neutron-based methods are currently being applied to the study of objects of historical and cultural interest in several neutron-beam facilities around the world. Such techniques are non-invasive and non-destructive and are, therefore, ideal to provide structural information about artefacts, such as their composition, presence of alterations due to the environmental conditions, inclusions, structure of the bulk, manufacturing techniques, and elemental composition, which provide an overall fingerprint of the object’s characteristics, thanks to the nature of the interaction of neutrons with matter. Here, we present an overview of the main neutron methods for the characterization of materials of interest in Cultural Heritage and we provide a brief introduction to the sensors and detectors that are used in this framework. We conclude with some case studies underlining the impact of these applications in different archaeological and historical contexts.

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Section: Neutron Imagingmentioning

confidence: 99%

Neutrons for Cultural Heritage—Techniques, Sensors, and Detection

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“…In recent years, more attention from archaeologists and other history-related scientists has been focused on comprehensive studies of the great number of cultural heritage items using natural science methods. The ever-growing number of scientific research methods is being used to study the physical and chemical properties of ancient coins [ 1 , 2 ], metal weapons [ 3 , 4 ], and stone, glass, and ceramic archaeological objects [ 5 ]. The obtained results are intended to be used to expand our knowledge about ancient production technologies, the origins of ore mining, the degree of preservation, and corrosion and crack penetration [ 6 , 7 ].…”

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The Reconstruction of a Bronze Battle Axe and Comparison of Inflicted Damage Injuries Using Neutron Tomography, Manufacturing Modeling, and X-ray Microtomography Data

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A massive bronze battle axe from the Abashevo archaeological culture was studied using neutron tomography and manufacturing modeling from production molds. Detailed structural data were acquired to simulate and model possible injuries and wounds caused by this battle axe. We report the results of neutron tomography experiments on the bronze battle axe, as well as manufactured plastic and virtual models of the traumas obtained at different strike angles from this axe. The reconstructed 3D models of the battle axe, plastic imprint model, and real wound and trauma traces on the bones of the ancient peoples of the Abashevo archaeological culture were obtained. Skulls with traces of injuries originate from archaeological excavations of the Pepkino burial mound of the Abashevo culture in the Volga region. The reconstruction and identification of the injuries and type of weapon on the restored skulls were performed. The complementary use of 3D visualization methods allowed us to make some assumptions on the cause of death of the people of the Abashevo culture and possible intra-tribal conflict in this cultural society. The obtained structural and anthropological data can be used to develop new concepts and methods for the archaeology of conflict.

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“…The non-destructive character of the neutron radiography and tomography method has prompted the rising interest in studying rare archaeological items and museum rarities, especially metallic artifacts, weapons and ancient jewelry [9][10][11]. It should be emphasized that neutron radiography and tomography have been successfully used to analyze relatively large bronze objects of the Roman period [9], arms from medieval Europe and Japan [10], lead sculptures, and urns [11].…”

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“…It should be emphasized that neutron radiography and tomography have been successfully used to analyze relatively large bronze objects of the Roman period [9], arms from medieval Europe and Japan [10], lead sculptures, and urns [11]. The obtained structural information allows one to understand the cultural origin of an object, determining a technological approach and strategies for future preservation or restoration of the cultural heritage items.…”

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Studies of Ancient Russian Cultural Objects Using the Neutron Tomography Method

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Neutron radiography and tomography is a non-destructive method that provides detailed information about the internal structure of cultural heritage objects. The differences in the neutron attenuation coefficients of constituent elements of the studied objects, as well as the application of modern mathematical algorithms to carry out three-dimensional imaging data analysis, allow one to obtain unique information about the spatial distribution of different phases, the presence of internal defects, or the degree of structural degradation inside valuable cultural objects. The results of the neutron studies of several archaeological objects related to different epochs of the Russian history are reported in order to demonstrate the opportunities provided by the neutron tomography method. The obtained 3D structural volume data, as well as the results of the corresponding data analysis, are presented.

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Revealing the secrets of composite helmets of ancient Japanese tradition

Cited by 9 publications

References 18 publications

Neutrons for Cultural Heritage—Techniques, Sensors, and Detection

Neutrons for Cultural Heritage—Techniques, Sensors, and Detection

The Reconstruction of a Bronze Battle Axe and Comparison of Inflicted Damage Injuries Using Neutron Tomography, Manufacturing Modeling, and X-ray Microtomography Data

Studies of Ancient Russian Cultural Objects Using the Neutron Tomography Method

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