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    Natural Resources and Environment

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    Source: Ancient Art Archive

    Project Details

    Grand Caverns, the oldest show cave in the USA, holds a rich history dating back to its discovery in 1804. Partnering with James Madison University, the town of Grottoes embarked on a project to create a comprehensive 3D map of the cave. The primary objective was to measure speleothems, study changes in rock formations, and showcase the human impact on the cave's environment and history. Utilizing mobile LiDAR technology, the team aimed to capture detailed 3D data of both public and recently discovered passages within the cave, offering students practical experience and enabling scientific exploration.



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    GeographyNorth America/Central America/Caribbean

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    CountryUSA

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    Town of Grottoes


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    Project/Technology Stakeholder

    JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY


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    Completed Year/Projected Completion YearNot Available

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