
NPS Photo
Computed Tomography (CT) scans were taken for each bone tool in the collection. This allows archeologists to examine the interior structure of the bone tools. It also forms the basis for the 3D models and 3D prints.

NPS Photo
A color photographic overlay was placed on 3D models so that the surface of the object is visible in the model. CT scans were conducted by research partner Dr. Lori Collins at the University of South Florida.
Studying the Archeological Site
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Vibracoring
SEAC archeologist, Dr. Margo Schwadron conducted a survey of a large area around the site.
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Reflectance Transformation Imaging
Reflectance transformation imaging is a way of photographing an object under different angles and then manipulating the images.
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Zooarcheology
Zooarcheologists study animal bones, teeth, shells, horn, and other animal parts.
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Archaeobotany
Archaeobotany is the study of plant remains from archeological sites.
Last updated: July 16, 2024