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Non-Invasive Techniques for Monitoring Cultural Heritage: Change Detection in Dense Point Clouds at the San Pietro Barisano Bell Tower in Matera, Italy

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: This study examines change detection techniques in dense point clouds for the purpose of cultural heritage preservation, with a particular focus on the San Pietro Barisano Bell Tower in Matera, Italy. Dense point clouds, obtained via laser scanning, offer detailed 3D representations of heritage structures, facilitating the precise monitoring of changes over time. The investigation uses a variety of change detection algorithms, including the Iterative Closest Point (ICP) algorithm, which is renowned for its robust registration capabilities in aligning point clouds with high accuracy. The combination of ICP with deviation analysis and feature-based methods allows for the effective identification of alterations, including deformations, material loss, and surface degradation. This methodology establishes a comprehensive framework for the monitoring of cultural heritage, thereby enabling timely and targeted preservation efforts. The results emphasise the substantial contribution of dense point cloud analysis to the enhancement of heritage management and the safeguarding of vulnerable architectural sites.

Source: Heritage

DOI: 10.3390/heritage8010014

Authors: Carmen Fattore, Sara Porcari, Arcangelo Priore, Vito Domenico Porcari

Institution: University of Basilicata

Language: English

Topic: 3D Surveying and Cultural Heritage

Subfield: Geology

Field: Earth and Planetary Sciences

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Sustainable cities and communities

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,819