3D Models on Europeana
Over thirty high-quality 3D models of archaeological sites will be uploaded to Europeana, ensuring open access and long-term preservation.
Future generations can experience the daily life and history of archaeological sites through advanced digital reconstructions, which faithfully recreate their ancient appearance, sounds, and atmosphere. By combining archaeology with modern technologies such as 3D modeling and virtual reality, the project offers an immersive way to rediscover and preserve the cultural heritage of the past.
Living forever the past through a 3Digital world is an international initiative dedicated to exploring how advanced technologies can transform the way we understand and share cultural heritage. Its mission is to experiment with innovative tools, methods, and practices to create immersive virtual worlds, with a special focus on archaeological sites.
By combining archaeology with 3D modeling, extended reality (XR), and digital data spaces, the project aims to give new life to ancient contexts, allowing both experts and the wider public to access cultural heritage in engaging and interactive ways.
Data Space for Cultural Heritage
Developing a European Data Space dedicated to cultural heritage, by extending frameworks and tools that ensure the availability of advanced 3D and XR data. This foundation creates a shared, sustainable environment for storing, managing, and accessing digital heritage resources.
Collaboration and Networking
Promoting collaboration with European, national, and regional initiatives already active in the field of digital heritage. By connecting expertise and resources, the project strengthens the network of institutions and research groups engaged in the digital transformation of archaeology and cultural heritage.
Expanding the Digital Offer
Enriching the cultural heritage ecosystem by creating new 3D and XR datasets, accessible to institutions, researchers, and the public. These digital resources provide opportunities for research, education, and creative reuse, ensuring that cultural heritage is widely available in innovative forms.
Immersive and Educational Experiences
Designing immersive online experiences that enable users to virtually explore archaeological sites and monuments. Through 3D/VR reconstructions, the project fosters the re-use of data in education, social sciences, tourism, and the wider cultural and creative sector, making the past accessible and engaging for all audiences.
The LIP3D Project develops and tests its methodologies on several archaeological sites across Europe, chosen for their cultural value and diversity. Each site becomes both a research laboratory and a showcase for digital reconstruction, offering immersive experiences that connect the past with the future.
Iuvanum is a Roman-era archaeological site located in Montenerodomo (Chieti, Italy). The area preserves the remains of a forum, temple, and basilica, linked to the settlement created after the Social War.
Within the LIP3D Project, Iuvanum is not only a pilot site but also a flagship example where technologies such as UAV photogrammetry, TLS laser scanning, and 3D modeling have been applied to produce:
The Department of INGEO UdA (Applicant) plays a leading role in the LIP3D Project, coordinating the consortium and providing expertise in:
Prof. Massimiliano Pepe (PI), together with the Professor Oliva Menozzi (Department of DILASS, University of UdA) and PhD Donato Palumbo, ensures the integration of archaeological research with advanced digital technologies.
The LIP3D Project combines advanced methodologies from surveying, 3D modeling, and immersive media to document, reconstruct, and disseminate cultural heritage sites. By integrating cutting-edge technologies with archaeological expertise, the project ensures both scientific accuracy and engaging public experiences. These methods not only allow researchers to analyze and preserve complex sites in detail, but also make cultural heritage accessible through interactive and immersive digital environments.
Aerial surveys using drones to generate detailed point clouds, 3D meshes, and orthophotos.
High-resolution laser scanning surveys, integrated with UAV data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Development of solid, textured, and annotated models to support both scientific research and public dissemination.
Creation of immersive and interactive experiences, including a cultural heritage metaverse where users can explore reconstructed environments.
A digital environment designed to manage, share, and visualize archaeological datasets and documentation.
The LIP3D Project delivers concrete results that connect scientific research with immersive public experiences. Through a combination of advanced 3D technologies, collaborative platforms, and innovative storytelling, the project transforms archaeological heritage into accessible digital resources. These outcomes are structured as a progressive timeline, highlighting the journey from data collection to interactive experiences available for everyone.
3D Models on Europeana
Over thirty high-quality 3D models of archaeological sites will be uploaded to Europeana, ensuring open access and long-term preservation.
Interactive Reconstructions & Metaverse
From semantic 3D models to a cultural heritage metaverse, the project will offer immersive environments where users can virtually explore ancient sites.
Educational Tools
Quizzes, learning resources, and interactive applications will engage students, researchers, and visitors, making heritage more accessible and engaging.
Open Access & Reuse
All results will be openly accessible, promoting reuse across research, education, tourism, and the wider cultural and creative sectors.
The project brings together universities and research centers from across Europe, combining expertise in archaeology, geomatics, 3D modeling, and immersive technologies.
