**Honoring Veterans: A New Chapter in Preserving History**
HONOLULU – (BUSINESS WIRE) – In recognition of U.S. military veterans, the National Park Service (NPS) and Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) recently held a press conference to reveal preliminary findings from the first comprehensive survey of the USS Arizona and its Memorial in three decades. The project also yielded intricate 3D models, which are set to become a significant tool for both historical preservation and public education.
Autodesk's commitment to aiding people in imagining, designing, and creating a better world is fully reflected in this endeavor. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, the survey aims to provide a more detailed understanding of this iconic historical site while ensuring its long-term preservation. Scheduled for completion later this year, the survey will offer the public an unprecedented look into the legacy of the USS Arizona, while simultaneously aiding conservation efforts.
At the Memorial Day press conference, attendees were treated to a first-of-its-kind 3D printout of the USS Arizona, showcasing details never before seen in physical form. Additionally, highly detailed 3D models of artifacts from the ship's galley, including a cooking pot and a Coke bottle that have remained untouched for 72 years, were unveiled. These models captured minute features like color variations and barnacles on the cooking pot, adding depth to their historical significance.
Autodesk and the NPS aim to complete a full-scale 3D model of the USS Arizona by year’s end. According to National Park Service Superintendent Paul DePrey, "This technological approach brings the USS Arizona's legacy to life in ways that weren't possible before." The USS Arizona holds immense symbolic value as one of America's most cherished historical sites. As its custodian, the NPS is dedicated to sharing the story of December 7th with current and future generations. The creation of 3D models enables people to interact with highly accurate replicas, enhancing educational outreach significantly.
Among those present at the press conference was 92-year-old USS Arizona survivor Don Stratton, one of only nine living survivors of the USS Arizona. Stratton, then just 19 years old, had braved unimaginable conditions to escape the ship during the attack on Pearl Harbor. Hand over hand, he and six others traversed a burning rope across the ship's deck to reach safety aboard the USS Vestal. Stratton sustained severe burns covering 70% of his body.
Receiving the 3D-printed replica of the cooking pot for the first time, Stratton remarked, "That is amazing. I don't know anyone from the galley who survived that day. Initially, it was about survival. Afterward, returning to the ship was incredibly difficult. But now, when I reflect on those times, it feels a bit easier. I truly believe these 3D artifacts will leave a lasting impression on many people."
Stratton's son, Randy Stratton, echoed his father's sentiments, stating, "These artifacts cannot be replicated. They symbolize the start and end of the war and remind us of the enduring spirit of the USS Arizona." Don Stratton concluded, "I hope people remember all the shipmates still aboard the USS Arizona and honor everyone who sacrificed their lives for this great nation."
It’s crucial to note that approximately 900 of the 1,777 officers, sailors, and Marines who perished aboard the USS Arizona remain entombed within the ship. Consequently, any work conducted on the vessel must be carried out with utmost care and respect. Keeping this in mind, the NPS is spearheading the effort to produce a highly precise 3D digital representation of the USS Arizona, minimizing any disruption to the ship itself. Employing Autodesk’s reality computing technology, including underwater photogrammetry, subsea LiDAR, high-resolution SONAR, and above-water laser scanning, the NPS is conducting investigations and analyses without disturbing the ship.
Brian Mathews, Vice President at Autodesk, emphasized the importance of this initiative: "The USS Arizona Memorial is a vital yet delicate part of history. Reality Computing bridges the gap between the physical and digital realms, and we at Autodesk see tremendous potential in using this technology to preserve and share these stories for future generations."
Collaborating organizations include HDR, Sam Hirota, Inc., Oceanic Imaging Consultants, Inc., 3DatDepth, Shark Marine Technologies, Inc., the United States Coast Guard, and the US Navy Mobile Diving Salvage Unit One.
For more information about the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument, one of nearly 400 units under the National Park Service, visit www.nps.gov/valr. The monument preserves narratives from the Pacific War, including the events surrounding Pearl Harbor, the internment of Japanese Americans, and battles in the Aleutians. Last year, over 1.7 million visitors explored the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, making it the most visited attraction in Hawaii.
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