Three-Dimensional Modeling and Non-Invasive Diagnosis of a Huge and Complex Heritage Building: The Patriarchal Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta in Aquileia (Udine, Italy)

A comprehensive multi-methodological approach has successfully generated accurate documentation and realistic representations of the complex Patriarchal Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta in Aquileia, Italy. This 2000-year-old structure, with its layered architectural history, posed significant challenges due to inadequate or outdated documentation. The study integrated ground-penetrating radar (GPR), topographic surveys, terrestrial laser scanning (TLS), and structure for motion (SfM) photogrammetry to non-invasively diagnose the basilica's internal and external structures. This integrated methodology provided critical data for assessing seismic vulnerability and planning conservation interventions, addressing gaps in previous documentation and offering a robust framework for heritage preservation.

Angelini, A., Cozzolino, M., Gabrielli, R., Gentile, V., & Mauriello, P. (2023). Three-Dimensional Modeling and Non-Invasive Diagnosis of a Huge and Complex Heritage Building: The Patriarchal Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta in Aquileia (Udine, Italy). Remote Sensing, 15(9), 2386. https://doi.org/10.3390/rs15092386