Efficient, large‐scale archaeological prospection using a true three‐dimensional ground‐penetrating Radar Array system

A ground-penetrating radar (GPR) array system demonstrated the capability to conduct high-resolution, large-scale archaeological surveys at unprecedented speed and resolution. The true three-dimensional MIRA system surveyed 1 hectare or more per day with an 8 cm cross-line spacing, revealing fine details such as postholes of only 25 cm diameter at Birka, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site in Sweden. This pilot study, conducted in collaboration with the Swedish National Heritage Board, showcased the potential of advanced GPR technology for efficient and detailed archaeological prospection at complex Scandinavian sites.

Trinks, I., Johansson, B., Gustafsson, J., Emilsson, J., Friborg, J., Gustafsson, C., Nissen, J., & Hinterleitner, A. (2010). Efficient, large‐scale archaeological prospection using a true three‐dimensional ground‐penetrating Radar Array system. Archaeological Prospection, 17(3), 175–186. Portico. https://doi.org/10.1002/arp.381