Digital Excavations

Virtual stratigraphies and interactive site reports from archaeological excavations 

At the Department of Archaeology and Ancient History at Lund University, three-dimensional recording is used extensively to improve data documentation, management and analysis in archaeological excavations. The platforms available through this page have been developed as a result of several research projects. Although still in the prototype stage, these platforms have been adopted by many national and international field research projects. They are currently being used to support research and education at several institutions.

The Interactive Visualization System (IVS) showcases 3D data and crucial information on excavations. It enables users to freely explore and interact with 3D models and mapped information using dedicated tools. Data from the varied investigation campaigns at Södra Sallerup, Västra Vång, Vambåsa, Gribshunden, and the Domsten Bronze Age urns are published through IVS.

The Interactive Reporting System (IRS) is a 3D web platform designed for creating dynamic archaeological reports. IRS displays data from the multi-year investigation of Kämpinge, a Mesolithic site in southwestern Skåne. It was also utilized during the pandemic to facilitate digital courses for Master's students in archaeological practice.

The Archaeological Interactive Report (AIR) is an information system designed to document and manage data from archaeological excavations. It supports heterogeneous formats of excavation datasets, including 3D models, and enables users to compose, explore, and share interactive multimedia reports. AIR is the primary documentation tool for the excavations at Västra Vång and Gribshunden, demonstrating its suitability and flexibility for various types of investigations.