Methodology for Remote Monitoring of Preservation Conditions and Change Dynamics in Archaeological and Architectural Heritage Using Earth Observation Data
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https://doi.org/10.24852/2587-6112.2025.2.154.168Keywords:
Monitoring, Earth remote sensing (ERS), archaeology, architecture, area of interest (AoI), impact factors, preservation conditionsAbstract
The article presents a methodology for remote monitoring of the conservation status and dynamics of changes in archaeological monuments, as well as historic city centers and diverse cultural landscapes. A detailed step-by-step methodology is preceded by an examination of both the essence of Earth remote sensing (ERS) and the technical characteristics, advantages, disadvantages, and limitations of RS data, with reference to their sources, accessibility, and suitability for use within the proposed methodology, as well as the available software for processing such data. Additionally, the article highlights the types and categories of threats and interventions within the boundaries of the studied sites, their protection zones, and broader surroundings that can be detected through remote monitoring and included in an analytical report. This enables early identification of potential negative impacts on the heritage site.
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