Russia: Scientists attempt to create 3D model of mummified boy's remains

Researchers from the Tomsk State University's archaeological department attempted to create a 3D model of a mummified child's remains at the Yamal State Museum in Salekhard, Wednesday.
The mummified remains belonged to a boy aged between six and seven years old and scientists believe the body dates back to the 14th century. The remains were found alongside several artifacts in Yamal's Green Yar cemetery in 2015.
Discussing the 3D scanning, researcher Michael Vavulin said: "We use two technologies for the digitalisation. First of all it is the 3D scanning. We use the 3D scanner 'Artec Spider.' And another technology is photogrammetry."
"It's planned to use the 3D models in a video clip. In this video clip we'll see all the artifacts together with the mummy the exact way they were buried many years ago. All the models are digital, it means you can download them, transfer via internet, save and so on. It's planned to upload them on internet for free of charge usage," he added.
The process is expected to last months and could take up to a year to complete.