John Oswin

A Field Guide to Geophysics in Archaeology (eBook, PDF)

• Format: PDF

Produktbeschreibung

This unique work examines the science of geophysics operations in archaeology and gives non-specialist students both the confidence and the competence to set up and carry out their own surveys.

A Field Guide to Geophysics in Archaeology

. explains the processes involved in clear and accessible language;

. gives a step-by-step guide to setting up and carrying out a survey;

. demonstrates the application of science to instruments;

. gives examples of results of surveys and shows how to interpret

them;

. explains soil conditions measured by the techniques and relates

them to archaeological features.

With many illustrations to explain the text and techniques, this book will be an invaluable resource for specialists and non-specialists in archaeological geophysics alike.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Springer Berlin Heidelberg
• Seitenzahl: 221
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. Juli 2009
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9783540766926
• Artikelnr.: 37368066

Autorenporträt

John Oswin graduated in physics in 1974, but by then already had a keen interest in archaeology, and several years experience of excavation. After 30 years career as a specialist in underwater sound, he has returned to archaeology with the Bath and Camerton Archaeological Society and has taken on their geophysics operation. His work over the past four years is now gaining recognition for its thoroughness and large area coverage, nd has been the subject of a Channel 4 'Time Team' programme. He has also taught many students attending training excavations how to use geophysical equipment. John is an amateur archaeologist, but believes very strongly that amateurs have an important role to play, which is complementary to that of the professionals.

Inhaltsangabe

1 Introduction. 1.1 Geophysics in Archaeology. 1.2 Geophysics and geology.1.3 What the pictures tell. 1.4 What this book aims to do.- 2 The basic science. 2.1 Electricity. 2.2 Magnetism. 2.3 Electromagnetic waves.- 3 The instruments. 3.1 Resistance meters. 3.2 Magnetometers. 3.3 Electromagnetic devices. 3.4 Ground radar. 3.5 Electronic distance measurement and GPS.- 4 Understanding the results. 4.1 Download software.4.2 Pattern recognition. 4.3 Interpretation.- 5 Setting up a survey. 5.1 Finding a site. 5.2 Logistics. 5.3 Laying out a grid. 5.4 Making the measurements. 5.5 Showing the results.- 6 Examples. 6.1 Looking at landscapes. 6.2 Roman villas. 6.3 Sorting out periods.- Glossary. Bibliographical note.- Appendix A. Some real equipment controls. Appendix B. A kit list for a survey.

Rezensionen

From the reviews: "In his new work, Oswin (head, geophysics operations, Bath and Camerton Archaeological Society, UK) provides an excellent introduction to geophysics as applied to archaeological survey. ... The appendixes are also quite useful as 'user manuals' for four common instruments and three popular data processing software programs. Summing Up: Highly recommended. All levels." (L. D. Frame, Choice, Vol. 47 (5), January, 2010)