ArcheOS-software-list

A collection of open-source software and digital tools for archaeology.
This repository aims to support researchers, professionals, and enthusiasts in their work by providing an updated list of useful tools.
This project is an attempt to restart ArcheOS, the Archaeological Operating System developed by Arc-Team between 2005 and 2015.

Categories

Here below is a list of software divided by categories. If you prefer, there is also a complete list in alphabetical order (with screenshot).

1. Excavation and Survey

3D documentation

• Structure from Motion

Database and Data Management

• Database and Data Management

GIS and Mapping

• GIS and Mapping

Hardware

• Total Station
• ROV
• Sonar

Mesh-editing

• Mesh-editing

Photo-editing

• Photo-editing

Utilities

• File Sharing
• Image Viewers
• Text-editing
• Project Management

2. Research

3D Reconstruction

• 3D modeling
• CAD and BIM
• FFA

Artificial Intelligence

• AI Assistent

Bibliography

• Library Management

Dendrochronology

• Dendrochronology

Graphics

• Raster Graphics
• Vector Graphics
• Voxel Graphics

Medical Analysis

• DICOM data

Historical sources

• Optical character recognition

Statistical Sciences

• Statistics

3. Outreach and Science Communication

3D Models

• Finds and Structures

Layouts

• Raster Graphics
• Vector Graphics

Presentations

• Slide Presentation

Server Management

• FTP

4. Cultural Heritage Valorization

Video

• Video Player

5. Miscellanea

• Office
• Data Management

Archaeological subfields

• Archaeoanthropology
• Archaeozoology
• Forensic Archaeology
• Mummiology
• Speleoarchaeology
• Underwater Archaeology

How to Contribute

Read the contribution guidelines to add new software or improve the repository.

License

This project is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0.