An ontological model for built heritage representation

An accurate representation of the knowledge related to an historical architectural artefact is a key element of its conservation process. Interventions and decisions taken by the different specialists involved are based on the knowledge acquired of the object, and any error or inconsistence in this representation can lead to mistakes. On this basis, this research aims at extending semantic web approaches and technologies to architectural heritage knowledge modeling in order to provide an integrated and multidisciplinary representation of the artifact and of the knowledge necessary to support any decision or any intervention and management activity.