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Introduction Introduction
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The Laser Scanner The Laser Scanner
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Applications of the Laser Scanning Technique Applications of the Laser Scanning Technique
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Interpretation of Runic Inscriptions Interpretation of Runic Inscriptions
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Scanning of Rune Stones for Documentation Purposes Scanning of Rune Stones for Documentation Purposes
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The Stone from Lokrume, Gotland The Stone from Lokrume, Gotland
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The Inscription at Himmelstalund, Norrköping The Inscription at Himmelstalund, Norrköping
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The Inscription at Oklunda, Östra Husby The Inscription at Oklunda, Östra Husby
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The Stone at Röö, Tanum, Bohuslän The Stone at Röö, Tanum, Bohuslän
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The Skramle Stone, Värmland The Skramle Stone, Värmland
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The Kuli Stone, Trondheim, Norway The Kuli Stone, Trondheim, Norway
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The Laser Scanner as a Tool when Reading Runic Inscriptions The Laser Scanner as a Tool when Reading Runic Inscriptions
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Conclusions Conclusions
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Note Note
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References References
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4 Interpretation of Ancient Runic Inscriptions by Laser Scanning
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Published:May 2005
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Abstract
Traditionally, investigations of runic inscriptions have been conducted in the field by eye, and by feeling the outlines of the runes with fingers. Although photographs have been used to describe runes, they are typically of complementary use. This chapter looks at the interpretation of runic inscriptions through laser scanning. Laser scanning, compared to the old methods of determining runic inscriptions, is more accurate and more efficient. It is specifically important when the interpretation is unclear. This method records the height of surfaces in shades of grey only, hence eliminating disturbances caused by the different colours of the rock. The chapter also discusses how data derived from the measurements of laser scanning can be treated. It provides an account of the application of laser scanning in runic inscriptions in Scandinavia as well as methods that can be used when interpreting runic transcriptions with new techniques.
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