(ChineseToday) CHINA-TIANJIN-BEIJING-GREAT WALL-RESEARCHER (CN)

(ChineseToday) CHINA-TIANJIN-BEIJING-GREAT WALL-RESEARCHER (CN)

(231215) -- TIANJIN, Dec. 15, 2023 (Xinhua) -- Li Zhe presents a computer-generated model of the Great Wall's beacon system at their workshop in Tianjin, north China, July 25, 2023. Li Zhe, 45, guest researcher at the School of Architecture at Tianjin University, dedicates his time to preserving images of the Great Wall, a cultural relic. In an effort to preserve the images of the Great Wall and ensure the sustainable use of the data, a research team with the School of Architecture at Tianjin University initiated a project in late 2018 that involves the use of the latest technology as drones to collect "the most complete possible real-scene three-dimensional images of the Great Wall". By capturing successive scanning-quality images and utilizing software to create three-dimensional models, this project produces indepth revelation of the relic site that can be applied in various research fields as discovery of hidden resources, showcasing cultural relics, investigating areas of damage, and analyzing the c

Mascots announced for 2002 World Cup

Mascots announced for 2002 World Cup

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese and South Korean organizers for the 2002 World Cup on Dec. 1 simultaneously announce in Tokyo and Seoul the official mascots for soccer's premier event -- three computer-generated, three-dimensional creatures. Soccer's world governing body FIFA hopes the trio will become the popular face of the tournament in 2002. A short animation reel depicts the three as endeavoring to create a special atmosphere for the World Cup finals.

Mascots announced for 2002 World Cup

Mascots announced for 2002 World Cup

TOKYO, Japan - Japanese and South Korean organizers for the 2002 World Cup on Dec. 1 simultaneously announce in Tokyo and Seoul the official mascots for soccer's premier event -- three computer-generated, three-dimensional creatures. Soccer's world governing body FIFA hopes the trio will become the popular face of the tournament in 2002. A short animation reel depicts the three as endeavoring to create a special atmosphere for the World Cup finals.