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this is not always possible – artefacts may be too fragile to handle or pass around, or groups of people with mutual interests in objects may not be in the same location. This can be problematic when attempting to explain or make sense...
In recent years makerspaces have gained traction as an environment where makers and tinkerers can freely create artefacts with digital fabrication tools. They are particularly suited for introducing new fabrication techniques because these spaces support hands-on experiences. Electrochromic displays are one...
Some of the stone artefacts, including tools and art, that were dug up at the Waim dig site. Credit: UNSW/Ben Shaw After examining the pestles under the microscope, co-author Dr. Judith Field identified microfossils—or evidence of plant residue—on the pestles demonstrating they had been u...
FTIR spectroscopy was particularly useful for characterizing the organic materials used as adhesives in the two artefacts. In the tapa, a polysaccharidic compound, probably starch, was revealed, whereas in the headdress a natural rubber extracted fromCernera manghasL. was detected. ...
Gallery Enter through a paved courtyard alongside a modest shop front into extensive showrooms, courtyards, shade house and large designer sheds. We stock a wide range of furniture, art and artefacts from throughout Indonesia. Many of these pieces have an interesting history or story. ...
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