Archaeological signatures in arid regions detected by high-resolution satellite images

Autori

  • Paolo Trivero Former Full Professor of Physics at the University of Eastern Piedmont (UPO), now retired.
  • DIego Baratono Independent researcher
  • Maria Borasi Former research fellow at the University of Eastern Piedmont (UPO), now independent researcher.
  • Marco Cavagnero Former research fellow at the University of Eastern Piedmont (UPO), now independent researcher.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.48258/ARC.2025.I4.2181

Parole chiave:

Archaeology, remote sensing, satellite, high-resolution imagery, landscape archaeology, 3D topographic analysis

Abstract

A methodology for analysing very high-resolution (VHR) satellite images was developed to detect buried structures
in arid regions using optical and infrared bands. Applied to the desert around the Giza Plateau, it revealed
four sand-covered areas of interest. West of the pyramids, evidence of quarrying activities and an underground
chamber was identified. Shadow analysis suggested buried vessels, possibly a depot linked to pyramid construction,
while 3D topography indicated a probable ancient waterway. Additional features, including tombs, architectural
remains, and other buried structures, were also detected and described.

Biografie autore

  • Paolo Trivero, Former Full Professor of Physics at the University of Eastern Piedmont (UPO), now retired.




  • Maria Borasi, Former research fellow at the University of Eastern Piedmont (UPO), now independent researcher.




  • Marco Cavagnero, Former research fellow at the University of Eastern Piedmont (UPO), now independent researcher.



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2026-04-13

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Archaeological signatures in arid regions detected by high-resolution satellite images. (2026). Archeomatica, 16(4). https://doi.org/10.48258/ARC.2025.I4.2181

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