Friars at Basilica of Saint Francis Use AI and Lasers to Repair 13th Century Church

The Basilica of Saint Francis in Assisi, Italy, is employing cutting-edge technology to restore its historic structure.

The Basilica of Saint Francis in Assisi, Italy, is employing cutting-edge technology to restore its historic structure. The project involves the use of artificial intelligence, lasers, and gigapixel cameras to create a digital twin of the church. This digital replica will allow the friars to identify and repair damage to the building's intricate stone carvings and architecture.

The AI system will analyze high-resolution images of the church's facade and interior, detecting even the smallest cracks and imperfections. The lasers will then be used to precisely target and repair the damaged areas, minimizing the risk of further damage.

The use of digital twin technology and AI-powered analysis is expected to significantly reduce the time and cost of the restoration project.