Internal Organic Detection
Neutron imaging detected traces of wooden grip material preserved inside the hilt, providing evidence for handle construction.
Casting Structure
The scans revealed internal voids, cooling patterns, and alloy layering. These details helped identify the sword’s manufacturing technique.
Cultural Interpretation
The sword’s structure matched known Hittite weapon typologies. The presence of wood indicated the sword was functional.
Preservation Impact
Neutron imaging allowed researchers to study the sword without removing corrosion layers.
Additional Radiology Topics
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Neutron Imaging of the Bronze Age Axe from Ugarit for Biblical Research
Radiography of Bronze Age Tools from Tel Megiddo for Biblical History Studies
Radiography of the Bronze Dagger from Tel Dan for Biblical Confirmation