Creating Digital Replicas of History with AI
The world watched in horror as the Notre Dame Cathedral went up in flames in 2019, suffering extensive damage to the historic site, built in the 12th century.
Thankfully, three-dimensional (3D) scans of the interior and exterior of the cathedral had been made prior to the fire. Advances in artificial intelligence (AI) have made it possible to categorize and analyze historical sites like Notre Dame and its artifacts faster and in greater detail than previous methods.
AI not only brings history to life, but also democratizes access
By ingesting massive amounts of data, AI has revolutionized historical preservation by enabling the creation of detailed 3D digital replicas of artifacts, sites, and learning, said Bob Hutchins, founder and president of Human Voice Media, an AI advisory firm. Digital replicas allow people worldwide to engage with historical sites and artifacts without geographical or physical constraints.
Author's summary: AI creates digital replicas of historical sites.
- Notre Dame Cathedral suffered extensive damage in 2019.
- 3D scans of the cathedral were made prior to the fire.
- AI enables faster and more detailed analysis of historical sites and artifacts.