Chinese archaeologists set for hi-tech excavations with AI and deep-sea robots
South China Morning Post • 10/31/2026
Summary
Chinese archaeologists are set to implement a five-year blueprint that incorporates AI and deep-sea robots to explore Chinese history and the origins of East Asian humans. The plan includes the development of technologies such as remote sensing, ancient DNA analysis, underwater archaeology robots, and AI models for virtual restoration of excavated artefacts.
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