Decoding Sumerian craft technologies: morphological image processing and mesoscopic feature analysis of archaeological bitumen-based composites

Valentina Caruso; Claudia Scatigno; Silvia Giampaolo; A. Tufari; Leland Ferguson; Francesca Manclossi; A. Greco; Licia Romano; Giulia Festa

doi:10.1016/j.jasrep.2026.105607

February 14, 2026Journal of Archaeological Science Reports

Decoding Sumerian craft technologies: morphological image processing and mesoscopic feature analysis of archaeological bitumen-based composites

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The analysis reveals distinct morphological features of archaeological bitumen-based composites, enhancing knowledge in ancient technology.
Key findings indicate variations in properties, with notable differences identified in composite structures through imaging methods.
Assessment utilized morphological image processing and mesoscopic feature analysis to evaluate archaeological artifacts from Sumerian cultures.
The implications highlight the potential for expanded understanding of ancient craftsmanship, requiring further archaeological exploration.

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Observational analysis uncovers the structural properties of bitumen-based composites in archaeological materials, suggesting insights into ancient technologies.

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