Digital Preservation of Historical Artefact’s The Role of ICT in Safeguarding Cultural Heritage

Abstract

The preservation of historical artefact’s is crucial for maintaining cultural heritage and ensuring that future generations have access to humanity’s shared history. However, physical artefacts are vulnerable to deterioration, disasters, and human conflicts. Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has emerged as a powerful tool for digital preservation, enabling the documentation, restoration, and dissemination of cultural heritage. This paper explores the role of ICT in safeguarding historical artefacts, discussing key technologies such as 3D scanning, augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), artificial intelligence (AI), and block chain. It also examines challenges such as digital obsolescence, ethical concerns, and funding limitations. The study concludes that while ICT offers transformative solutions, a multidisciplinary approach is necessary to ensure sustainable digital preservation.