Today, 3D scanners are improving the ability and technology while becoming more affordable and easier to use. And, with our intention to continually create products that can use an array of materials, the 3D technology is at its peak. The scanning for important documentation offers a medium of cataloging crucial historic events and preserving it for the generations to come. From developing a schedule for maintenance to safeguarding artifacts, the scanning streamlines these tasks. And, provides the historians to preserve the rich history and culture. Apart from safeguarding objects, the technology comes handy in keeping critical historical documents intact, which otherwise decays over a period.
Using 3D scanners to preserve history
1) 3D Scanning the ancient preserves the heritage
Historical sites dating back to 200 years ago are probably deteriorating with the passage of time or due to natural corrosion. And, until now, historians and archaeologists were finding it difficult to preserve the rich artifacts and building. Today, using 3D scanners, historians can create 3D archives and create an official database of 3D models, which can be used later on. No longer historians have to rely on 2D pictures to know the intricate details of the structure. These scans are more precise and accurate than a human eye and can provide details, which is otherwise impossible to gather. The technology is a boon for the rich heritage and is helping historians and archaeologist save the crucial items for the future generation.
2) Enhancing the accessibility to museums
3D scanning is a great way of giving people access to artifacts and learn more about the objects. At a time, when information is readily available on the internet, museums are finding it a tough task to attract the customers. And, with the high budget of 3D scanners, museums are not willing to invest in these scanners. But, when young people are given information which is accessible and easy to comprehend, they are more likely to pay a visit to the museums. Also, today museums are an excellent place for dialogue for different communities. And, when such a discussion is to take place, the presence of the artifact is necessary. With 3D technology, the artifact which spurs the debate will be present, making the discussion in the museum worthwhile and interactive.
3) 3D scanners Help sculptors
Thanks to the additive manufacturing technology, sculptors now have the power to create a single model, 3D scan it and create infinite models within a fraction of a second. Sculptors can now adjust the dimensions and tweak changes in the model and create different variations of the same model. It’s helping the art lovers get quick access to painting and sculptures. The technology is assisting the sculptors protect counterfeit of their art and connecting them effortlessly to the target audience.
3D scanners have come a long way and are helping in the restoration of artifacts without altering them. It’s bridging the gap between the new old generation and the new generation by giving the Millennial generation access to crucial historical information.