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Abstract 3D scanning is rapidly becoming a key maintenance tool. Aerospace was a pioneer in adopting 3D scanning technology because aircraft manufacture and maintenance require precision. Monitoring deterioration, removing components for maintenance, and verifying covert operations are not practical or helpful without technology.
T. Nanthakumaran Thulasy+4 more
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Under Augustus sign: the role of Astronomy in the foundation of Augusta Praetoria Salassorum [PDF]
Augusta Praetoria Salassorum, modern Aosta, was founded around 25 BC to celebrate the victory of Augustus army on the Salassi. Aosta is a city of the founder under many respects; for instance, one of the two twin temples of the forum was devoted to Augustus, and a huge triumphal arc to the ruler still welcomes the town visitors.
arxiv
We discuss the tarnishing issues of historical silver objects and review the silver (pure and sterling) aging methods employed in recent conservation and heritage studies, with a focus on chemical aging methods. The aging protocols used in the reference studies are tabulated for quick comparisons.
Qing Wu+5 more
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Cloth(ing) for the dead: case study of three designers’ green burial practices
The aim of this study was to explore the current green burial clothing movement by examining three designers’ work using a multi-case study approach. Green burial incorporates a sustainability concept into funeral practices.
Gwendolyn M. Michel, Young-A Lee
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MOSAIC: a Multi-Object Spectrograph for the E-ELT [PDF]
The instrumentation plan for the European-Extremely Large Telescope foresees a Multi-Object Spectrograph (E-ELT MOS). The MOSAIC project is proposed by a European-Brazilian consortium, to provide a unique MOS facility for astrophysics, studies of the inter-galactic medium and for cosmology.
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T. Cuyler Jr. Young. « Syria and Iran: Further Thoughts on the Architecture of Hasanlu », in : L. el-Gailani Werr, J. Curtis, H. Martin, A. MacMahon, J. Oates and J. Reade, eds., On Pots and Plans. Papers on the Archaeology and History of Mesopot [PDF]
Rémy Boucharlat
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Why aren't we teaching this? Smart local energy systems and the young person's perspective
Abstract With the UK government's target of Net Zero by 2050, alongside the rising cost of energy in the UK, it is imperative that public opinion aligns with and promotes affordable, greener energy systems. Within this dialogue, young people's voices and lived experience are needed to deepen the impact of energy policy intervention strategies.
Charlie Ingram+2 more
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The excavation of the Late Roman and Anglian settlement at West Heslerton, North Yorkshire, has been one of the largest excavations undertaken in England in the last twenty years.
James Lyall , Dominic Powlesland
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A new classification for inland freshwater palaeowetlands to be used in the field or core laboratory by sedimentologists, providing examples from the Guadix Basin (southern Spain). Abstract Present wetlands have proven to be delicate, biodiverse ecosystems, that are natural sinks for CO2 and act as good indicators for climate changes.
S. Pla‐Pueyo+1 more
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Starokuibyshevskoe VII Settlement: historical and archaeological studies
The publication considers the results of historical-and-archaeological and cartographic studies of Starokuibyshevskoe VII settlement – a cultural heritage site discovered in 2015.
Valiev Renat R. +2 more
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