Integrating Emerging Technologies with Digital Twins for Heritage Building Conservation: An Interdisciplinary Approach with Expert Insights and Bibliometric Analysis

This review paper presents an interdisciplinary exploration of integrating emerging technologies, including digital twins (DTs), building information modeling (BIM), 3D laser scanning, machine learning (ML), and the Internet of Things (IoT), in the conservation of heritage buildings. Through a compr...

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Main Author: Silvia Mazzetto
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Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-11-01
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2571-9408/7/11/300
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description This review paper presents an interdisciplinary exploration of integrating emerging technologies, including digital twins (DTs), building information modeling (BIM), 3D laser scanning, machine learning (ML), and the Internet of Things (IoT), in the conservation of heritage buildings. Through a comprehensive literature review spanning from 1996 to 2024, expert interviews, a bibliometric analysis, and content analysis, the study highlights a significant shift toward a preventive approach to conservation, focusing on less invasive methods to ensure long-term preservation. It highlights the revolutionary impact of detailed digital representations and real-time monitoring on enhancing conservation efforts. The findings underscore significant research gaps, such as the need for standardized information protocols and the integration of DTs with BIM, while pointing to the potential of AR and VR in enriching heritage experiences. The paper advocates for a multidisciplinary approach to effectively harness these technologies, offering innovative solutions for the sustainable preservation of cultural heritage.
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spelling doaj-art-1073a0b503594cbd8fe2fee30c0542542025-08-20T01:53:53ZengMDPI AGHeritage2571-94082024-11-017116432647910.3390/heritage7110300Integrating Emerging Technologies with Digital Twins for Heritage Building Conservation: An Interdisciplinary Approach with Expert Insights and Bibliometric AnalysisSilvia Mazzetto0Sustainable Architecture Laboratory, Department of Architecture, College of Architecture and Design, Prince Sultan University, Riyadh 12435, Saudi ArabiaThis review paper presents an interdisciplinary exploration of integrating emerging technologies, including digital twins (DTs), building information modeling (BIM), 3D laser scanning, machine learning (ML), and the Internet of Things (IoT), in the conservation of heritage buildings. Through a comprehensive literature review spanning from 1996 to 2024, expert interviews, a bibliometric analysis, and content analysis, the study highlights a significant shift toward a preventive approach to conservation, focusing on less invasive methods to ensure long-term preservation. It highlights the revolutionary impact of detailed digital representations and real-time monitoring on enhancing conservation efforts. The findings underscore significant research gaps, such as the need for standardized information protocols and the integration of DTs with BIM, while pointing to the potential of AR and VR in enriching heritage experiences. The paper advocates for a multidisciplinary approach to effectively harness these technologies, offering innovative solutions for the sustainable preservation of cultural heritage.https://www.mdpi.com/2571-9408/7/11/300digital twinsbuilding information modeling3D laser scanningmachine learninginternet of thingsheritage conservation
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Integrating Emerging Technologies with Digital Twins for Heritage Building Conservation: An Interdisciplinary Approach with Expert Insights and Bibliometric Analysis
Heritage
digital twins
building information modeling
3D laser scanning
machine learning
internet of things
heritage conservation
title Integrating Emerging Technologies with Digital Twins for Heritage Building Conservation: An Interdisciplinary Approach with Expert Insights and Bibliometric Analysis
title_full Integrating Emerging Technologies with Digital Twins for Heritage Building Conservation: An Interdisciplinary Approach with Expert Insights and Bibliometric Analysis
title_fullStr Integrating Emerging Technologies with Digital Twins for Heritage Building Conservation: An Interdisciplinary Approach with Expert Insights and Bibliometric Analysis
title_full_unstemmed Integrating Emerging Technologies with Digital Twins for Heritage Building Conservation: An Interdisciplinary Approach with Expert Insights and Bibliometric Analysis
title_short Integrating Emerging Technologies with Digital Twins for Heritage Building Conservation: An Interdisciplinary Approach with Expert Insights and Bibliometric Analysis
title_sort integrating emerging technologies with digital twins for heritage building conservation an interdisciplinary approach with expert insights and bibliometric analysis
topic digital twins
building information modeling
3D laser scanning
machine learning
internet of things
heritage conservation
url https://www.mdpi.com/2571-9408/7/11/300
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