In Pompeii, the face of a victim of the Vesuvius eruption has been reconstructed for the first time using AI
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Archaeologists have recreated the face of a Vesuvius victim found with coins and a lamp. The reconstruction was carried out using AI based on skeletal data.
Archaeologists in Pompeii have used artificial intelligence for the first time to reconstruct the face of a man who died during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. This was reported by the Associated Press, according to UNN.
Details
The digital reconstruction was created based on archaeological data obtained during excavations near the Porta Stabia necropolis. The Pompeii Archaeological Park worked on the project in collaboration with the University of Padua.
Details of the find
The man's remains were discovered alongside another victim during an attempt to flee the city. Researchers believe he died at the beginning of the catastrophe due to falling volcanic debris.
During the excavations, it was established that the man was holding a terracotta vessel, which he likely used as protection against falling stones. An oil lamp, an iron ring, and 10 bronze coins were also found with him.
The role of artificial intelligence
The digital portrait was created using AI and image processing technologies that allow for the reproduction of appearance based on skeletal data.
The volume of archaeological data is now so large that only with the help of artificial intelligence can we properly protect and enhance it. Provided it is used correctly, AI can contribute to the restoration of classical research
Pompeii, located near Naples, was destroyed by the eruption of Vesuvius nearly 2,000 years ago. The city was buried under a layer of ash and pumice, which allowed for the preservation of details regarding the lives and deaths of its inhabitants.