Non-destructive methods for evaluation of the state of preservation in historical stone monuments: the case study of the Step Pyramid in Saqqara

• Autorzy: Kukela A , Seglins V
• Języki publikacji: EN

Abstrakty

EN

This study aims to facilitate visual interpretation of the photo documentation data by evaluation of the 3D model of the Step Pyramid of Djoser using MicroStation V8i software. The integration of the data into the 3D model allowed to make number of conclusions regarding the structure of the Step Pyramid, potential threats to its stability, stone material used for the construction of the pyramid and differences in quality of the mortar applied. The results of this study denote high potential of this methodology for its application in preliminary studies of stone monuments on Memphite necropolis area to contribute the elaboration of future preservation and conservation strategy.

Słowa kluczowe

EN

Step Pyramid; geospatial model; weathering; stone material damage

• Wydawca: Institute of Geological Science Polish Academy of Science
• Czasopismo: Studia Quaternaria
• Rocznik: 2013
• Tom: Vol. 30, Nr 2
• Strony: 109--114
• Opis fizyczny: Bibliogr. 10 poz., rys.

Twórcy

autor

Kukela A

• University of Latvia, 10 Alberta street, Riga, LV-1010, Latvia

autor

Seglins V

• University of Latvia, 10 Alberta street, Riga, LV-1010, Latvia

Bibliografia

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• 8. Kukela, A., Seglins, V., 2012. Non-destructive assessment of stone material at the Djoser's Pyramid (Dzosera piramidas akmens materiala dedesanas nedestruktiva novertesana). Papers of the University of Latvia, Earth and Environmental science series, Riga, 789: 105-116 (in Latvian with English summary).
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