Numerical simulation of a sinking ship scenario based on archaeological records

Over the past decade, photogrammetric recording and virtual 3D modelling have evolved as a standard practice in documenting shipwreck sites. Exploiting same methods, we can attempt to virtually reconstruct dynamics of an accident leading creation archaeological site. By applying modern engineering tools capable deploying multi-body system simulate damaging, capsizing and/or sinking ship, model analyse various possible scenarios incident occurring ancient merchantman. Subsequently, establish correlation between characteristics actual site, outcome numerical simulation assumed scenario.