Toward the virtual reconstruction of Grotta Romanelli, Apulia (Southern Italy)

After 40 years of closure to researchers and public, Grotta Romanelli was reopened to scientific research in 2015. Continuing the tradition initiated by Blanc, the new excavations follow a multidisciplinary approach, involving specialists of different disciplines. A pivotal part of the project is also focused on digital technologies and experimental methods, to promote data sharing and scientific dissemination. With this aim, a 3D model of the entire cave has been produced by photogrammetry. This technique allows to create a 3D model of a real object, in a digital environment and with high resolution photos. During the 2016 excavation campaign, the base for the 3D model has been created. During the last excavation campaign, in September 2017, the 3D model has been edited and updated with the new surveys. Here we present the last update of the model and the relative workflow. © (2017) by the International Measurement Confederation (IMEKO). All rights reserved.