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Geotechnology in conservation and heritage preservation

Overview

The use of advanced geotechnologies and digital tools is expanding in the fields of archaeology, conservation, and historical heritage preservation.

Technological applications include LIDAR for mapping through dense vegetation, ground-penetrating radar for detecting underground structures, and Terrestrial Laser Scanning (TLS) to create high-precision digital twins of fragile structures. These non-destructive reality capture techniques allow for detailed documentation and monitoring without physical intervention.

Regional efforts demonstrate diverse applications of these tools. In Costa Rica, the development of the NatureAR augmented reality application aims to enhance biodiversity education in protected areas like Juan Castro Blanco and Arenal Volcano National Parks. In Brazil, preservation efforts combine these high-tech digital modeling methods with community engagement, providing guidance for residents living near historical sites to help protect cultural assets.

Entities

Iphan · Parque Nacional Juan Castro Blanco · Instituto Tecnológico de Costa Rica · Parque Nacional Volcán Arenal · Prime As Built 3D

Timeline

  1. 12 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Geotechnology and community engagement drive historical heritage preservation

    Advancements in geotechnology, including 3D scanning and LiDAR, are enhancing the preservation of historical heritage, complemented by educational efforts to engage local communities in conservation.

  2. 16 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Advanced scanning and augmented reality technologies enhance conservation and archaeology

    LIDAR and ground-penetrating radar are advancing archaeology, while Costa Rica's TEC has launched NatureAR, an augmented reality app to enhance biodiversity education in national parks.

Sources

actualidad.es · em.com.br · lateja.cr · zemedelskyvyzkum.cz