Photonics for Cultural Heritage
Chairs
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Daniela Comelli |
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Matthias Alfeld |
Synopsis
The session will focus on the role of Photonics techniques in the Heritage Science field.
Photonics provides a wealth of non-invasive, non-contact, and often portable devices for the study of artworks, archaeological findings, architectural buildings, and art materials.
In this framework, the session aims to demonstrate and discuss how Photonics, Optics, Spectroscopy, and 2D and 3D Imaging techniques can enhance our understanding of artworks. It will showcase the most recent discoveries on cutting-edge photonic technologies applied to cultural heritage studies and delve into compelling case studies where Photonics technologies played a pivotal role.
Topics
- Novel implementation of Hyperspectral Imaging and Multimodal Imaging to the Heritage Science field, including instruments working in extended spectral ranges, at variable spatial scales or at large stand-off distances.
- Introduction of new portable instruments designed for both laboratory and in-situ studies
- Exploration of depth-resolved methods, including diffuse Raman spectroscopy, optical coherence tomography, non-linear microscopy, and terahertz imaging
- Application of interferometric and holographic techniques for internal structural analysis
- Design of advanced techniques for 3D topographic scanning and surface examination
- Multimodal imaging and multi-technique spectroscopy analysis applied to specific case study