Conservation of Underwater Cultural Heritage: preliminary coatings testing within the TECTONIC project

Antonio Donato, Alex De Salvo, Michal Novàk, Marie Novàkovà, Silvestro Antonio Ruffolo, Mauro La Russa, Andrea Macchia, Michela Ricca

Abstract

Underwater Cultural Heritage (UCH) encompasses all traces of human existence found beneath the water's surface, such as shipwrecks, submerged structures, and various archaeological sites. Preserving UCH presents numerous challenges due to the distinctive environmental conditions, difficulties associated with accessing and working in underwater environments, and the potential risks posed by natural forces and human activities. The TECTONIC project aims to foster collaboration between academic and non-academic professionals, facilitating the exchange of skills and expertise. The project's objective is to implement, enhance, and evaluate innovative materials, techniques, tools, and methodologies for the protection of Underwater Cultural Heritage. Within this context, the University of Calabria (Italy) and Synpo akciova spolecnost (Czech Republic) are collaborating on technology and scientific exchanges to develop an underwater coating with antifouling properties suitable for safeguarding underwater cultural heritage.

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DOI

10.21014/tc4-ARC-2023.201

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TC4 - Measurement of Electrical Quantities

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