Surveying a Religious and Historical Landmark

The Challenge: Provide Detailed Survey Measurements and Documentation to Restore an Iconic Architectural Gem The Baha’i House of Worship in Wilmette, IL., was the first pre-cast paneled concrete building in the world. It took 30 years to build the 20-story structure, which was completed in 1953. The nine-sided temple is surrounded by terraces, stairs and…

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3D Laser Scanning Preserved the Historical Notre Dame Cathedral

After the Notre Dame Cathedral tragedy on Monday, French officials have announced that the cathedral will be rebuilt. The 850-year-old church, also one of the world’s most popular tourist attractions and monuments, was currently undergoing renovations and repairs and it’s believed that’s how the fire started. In 2014, the late Vassar College Professor Andrew Tallon…

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