Deep learning of cuneiform sign detection with weak supervision using transliteration alignment.

The cuneiform script provides a glimpse into our ancient history. However, reading age-old clay tablets is time-consuming and requires years of training. To simplify this process, we propose a deep-learning based sign detector that locates and classifies cuneiform signs in images of clay tablets. De...

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Main Authors: Tobias Dencker, Pablo Klinkisch, Stefan M Maul, Björn Ommer
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2020-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0243039