3D Interpretative Modelling of Archaeological Sites/
A Computer Reconstruction of a Medieval Timber and Earthwork Castle

Department of Archaeology, University of Glasgow, Glasgow G12 8QQ.
j.huggett@archaeology.gla.ac.uk

Abstract

This paper looks at aspects of archaeological three-dimensional reconstruction modelling from two perspectives:

• issues and solutions relating to the modelling process, emphasising a flexible approach developed using standardised components located and structured using basic parameters, and
• a discussion of a case study involving the reconstruction of a medieval timber castle, incorporating a detailed topographic survey with reconstructed structural elements derived from interpreted excavation evidence.

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