Afhgani artifact are being preserved with 3D lasers
An overview of 3D laser scanning
3D laser scanning has opened up a whole new world when it comes to the field of technology. It has created a booming industry that has left consumers speechless, and 3D laser scanning is evolving far beyond what anyone would have ever imagined. These improved scanning systems are allowing researchers to go far back into history and bring specific issues to light once again.
This technology was created in the 1960s but started being used in the 1990s. This technology has since then evolved into incredible technology that is said to grow in wealth by 2025. 3D laser scanners started as giant chunky cameras, and have now become handheld objects that are easy to use and manipulate.
3D laser scanning is the act of taking thousands of pictures per second, collecting data from an object and putting it in a system. The wonderful thing about this technology is that the information can be saved forever in the cloud and then sent to someone else across the world almost instantly.
Afghani artifacts are now being preserved with 3D lasers
The latest research that used 3D laser scanners happened on February 5th of this year and was used to scan a historic Afghani artifact. The artifact was of a military helmet used by Maj. Gen. William C. Lee’s. A group of researchers scanned it at the Citadel. This was one of many artifacts that were scanned to enter in the computer to study its details.
3D laser scanners are one of the best ways to preserve old artifacts safely and effectively. 3D laser scanners can pick up tiny and intricate details that humans may not even notice. Not only that, it allows the object to be handled less but allow users to have every piece of information from the object.
Once each item has been scanned, they are then able to be 3D printed or input into virtual reality. Allowing people to not only learn about the objects but also handle the objects on a personal level. This could change the way consumers interact and learn about history.
The future of 3D laser scanning
There is much potential from 3D scanning artifacts; it can save time and money. It picks up smaller details that humans may miss. There is less handling involved, and this means there is less chance of an artifact breaking, giving it a longer life span. The data collected can be enhanced in any compatible program giving it a clarity that researchers cannot see with human eyes.
Preservation is the immediate goal for these researchers. However, in the future, these scans could also be available for any consumer looking at the museum’s website. They could benefit other people, such as students, for any of their independent research.
3D laser scanners have evolved into a vast market, helping various fields. They are expanding from country to country around the world. Not only are these handheld devices evolving, but the entire 3D scanning system is now slowly making its way into smartphones. This untapped potential can allow individual users to access this incredible technology at their fingertips.
3D laser scanning has been known to help many fields. It can help rebuild homes, helps doctors identify various problems in human bodies non-invasively. As well as allow the dentist to take molds faster, as well as help students have detailed objects to study. The uses of this technology will continue to grow as adoption continues to happen; more uses will come to light and take effect.
