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This paper explores the application of shape grammars to Inca architecture with a view to establishing a system for virtual reconstruction at partially and substantially damaged archaeological sites.
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We would like to thank Felix Alves, UnB, Brasilia and Dr Kauffmann Doig, Universidad Alas Peruanas, Lima, Peru for their input into this study.
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Iain Mackay, W., Silva, N.F. (2013). Archaeology, Incas, Shape Grammars and Virtual Reconstruction. In: Sobh, T., Elleithy, K. (eds) Emerging Trends in Computing, Informatics, Systems Sciences, and Engineering. Lecture Notes in Electrical Engineering, vol 151. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4614-3558-7_96
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