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ToolScan in archaeology

3D scanning and documentation in archaeology

Non-contact 3D digitization of artifacts and silicone casts
Use-wear analysis
Comparative studies of archaeological collections
Creation of permanent digital archives
Documentation of fragile objects

Overview

ToolScan has proven to be a powerful instrument in archaeological research. Its highly detailed 2D and 3D images enable high-quality digital documentation of artifacts, including coins, fibulae, tools, weapons, bones, and the tool marks found on them.

Semi-automated scanning process
Modern, fast, and intuitive software
3D images with a resolution of 8340 PPI
Virtual comparison microscope
Automatic alignment of compared images
Database search and image correlation
State-of-the-art color CMOS camera
Rotary (360°) or flat scanning stage
8-segment ring LED illuminator, laser autofocus
Robust mechanical construction (samples up to 15 kg)

3D image of a Roman coin

Sample cuneiform scan

High-resolution 3D scanning

With a broad range of accessories, ToolScan can digitize various types of samples, including rotary objects. To ensure maximum digitization accuracy, ToolScan combines multiple acquisition methods, allowing the optimal imaging technique to be selected for each specimen:

Laser profilometry
Focus variation (EDF)
Photometric stereo
Multi-texture acquisition

Rotary scan of a bone fragment

Bone fragment - visualized 3D profile

Seal - 3D image with texture

Texture-free 3D image

3D image emphasized by height-map

Bronze ornament detail with texture

Bronze ornament detail without texture

Flint edge without and with texture

Comparison of artifacts and silicone casts

The LUCIA software offers an intuitive workflow with multiple 2D, 3D, and texture-free comparison modes.

Difference visualization

(transparency, chopper)
Split-line comparison

(straight line, curved line, polyline)
Side-by-side comparison

(canvas view, tiled view, up to 16 images at once)

Split-line comparison of a silicone cast and the source object

Virtual illumination

Users can adjust the angle, intensity, and position of the light on scanned images. The light can also be synchronized across images, simulating the behavior of a traditional comparison microscope. Users can capture snapshots of overlapping images or perform live examinations in real time.

Digitized seal matrix illuminated at 225°

Digitized seal matrix illuminated at 135°

Digitized seal matrix illuminated at 45°

Modern software

The LUCIA software is designed to guide you step-by-step through the entire workflow, from scanning and comparison to report generation and archiving.

All-in-one software for capturing, comparison, and archiving
2D and 3D comparison modes
Automatic image alignment
Works as a virtual comparison microscope
Synchronized lighting
Live comparisons
Searchable image database
Import and export of standard file formats
Comparison reports

The LUCIA software

Note

We’re pleased that the system contributed to the creation of 3D image data featured in a highly prestigious article by one of our users in Science Advances.