Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (Drones) in Archaeology − A Help or Hindrance?

Abstract

It's true to say that technology has a part to play in all modern aspects of life and therefore represents a significant vehicle for inter-disciplinary activities. This paper reviews some personal experiences as a Computer Scientist in terms of collaborative opportunities in research, education and industry. Consideration is given towards how novel technologies can provide a gateway to the promotion of shared interest and examines some recent proposals for joint work with the department of Archaeology at Queen's University Belfast in utilising drones for data collection and analysis.

Keywords

• drones
• computer science
• novel technologies
• student recruitment