Integrating Terrestrial Laser Scanning Technology and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles in Establishing a Database for the Preservation of Ancient Constructions

Nowadays, ancient buildings with cultural and historical value are in danger of being completely destroyed by natural disasters, climate change, and even war. It isn’t easy to restore buildings of this type without the necessary databases. Therefore, generating 3D models is the most convenient method to establish databases of constructions for maintenance and preservation purposes. Hence, this study aims to integrate terrestrial laser scanning technology and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) in establishing a 3D model where all the detailed information about the ancient building can be stored for the preservation of the unique intangible cultural values of each country.