Titanic’s Final Hours Revealed Through Digital Scan
Researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking digital scan of the Titanic, providing an unprecedented view of the ship's final resting place on the ocean floor. The scan, which took over 200 hours to complete, offers a detailed 3D model of the wreck, allowing experts to study the ship's condition and the events leading up to its tragic sinking in 1912.
The project, led by Magellan Ltd and Atlantic Productions, utilized submersibles to capture over 700,000 images of the Titanic. This comprehensive scan not only showcases the ship's current state but also sheds light on the final moments before it sank, offering new insights into the disaster that claimed over 1,500 lives.
The digital model has been hailed as a significant advancement in maritime archaeology, enabling researchers to explore the wreck without further disturbing the site. This technology could pave the way for similar studies of other historical shipwrecks, enhancing our understanding of maritime history.