Geophysical prospecting reveals unknown archaeological sites in the Venice Lagoon, highlighting the effectiveness of marine survey technologies.
Key Points
Geophysical prospecting successfully mapped both known and suspected archaeological sites, enhancing our understanding of the Roman period in Venice Lagoon.
Marine electrical resistivity tomography led to effective results in shallow waters, aiding in the discovery of hidden historical sites.
Combined marine geophysical techniques were applied, including subbottom profiler and multibeam sonar, to overcome traditional survey limitations.
Direct underwater investigations confirmed the effectiveness of these methods, supporting further archaeological research in challenging environments.