Advancements in non-destructive archaeometric analysis of ancient ferrous artefacts: insights from SR-X-Ray diffraction investigation using model alloys
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: The exploration of archaeological heritage aims at understanding past societies through the study of ancient materials. While archaeometric analysis provides valuable insights, invasive sampling raises ethical concerns and is often restricted, necessitating the development of non-invasive techniques. This study presents a methodology based on X-Ray Diffraction using synchrotron radiation. The approach involves the elaboration and characterization of model alloys, with X-ray data analysis using Rietveld refinement and Williamson-Hall plot method. Phase identification along with crystallographical investigations conducted on three medieval armours provides insights into manufacturing techniques and highlights the method’s limitation.
Source: Applied Physics A
Authors: Leila Galai, Emilie Bérard, Solenn Réguer, Eddy Foy, Cristian Mocuta, Caroline Toffolon-Masclet, Thomas Guilbert, Philippe Dillmann
Institutions: Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique, Commissariat à l'Énergie Atomique et aux Énergies Alternatives, Université Paris-Saclay, CEA Paris-Saclay - Etablissement de Saclay, Institut de Recherche sur les ArchéoMATériaux, Laboratoire Archéomatériaux et Prévision de l'Altération, CEA Paris-Saclay, Nanosciences et Innovation pour les Matériaux, la Biomédecine et l'Énergie, Institut de Chimie Moléculaire et des Matériaux d'Orsay, Synchrotron SOLEIL, Institut des Sciences Appliquées et de la Simulation pour les énergies bas carbone, Service de Recherche en Corrosion et Comportement des Matériaux, Service de Recherche en Matériaux et procédés Avancés
Language: English
Subfield: Archeology
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $3,590
OpenAlex ID: W4404053365