AI aids large-scale mapping of Angkorian reservoirs beyond Greater Angkor

AI aids large-scale mapping of Angkorian reservoirs beyond Greater Angkor

A group of international researchers has harnessed the strength of artificial intelligence to reveal previously unknown reservoirs from the Angkorian period in Cambodia. Using a deep learning model called DeepLab V3+ for semantic segmentation, archaeologists have made tremendous strides in mapping one of the world’s most significant ancient civilizations with greater efficiency and precision.

Many of Angkor’s temples, including Angkor Wat, remain today as iconic symbols of Cambodia….

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