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Underwater Drones? Using Remotely Operated Vehicles in Underwater Archaeology [Foundational Skills]
This seminar provides an introduction to the use of small, low-cost Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROV) in underwater archaeology. A brief history of these vehicles will be presented from early models to today's vehicle designs. Their potential in support of underwater survey and excavations will be outlined and elaborated. Examples of the use of our ROV for these purposes will be presented using video and still-frame images to highlight the discussion. The limitations of ROVs in underwater research will be discussed. Current and future technological and methodological improvements will close the presentation.