Saving Italy's Cultural Heritage - Episode 151

What Michelangelo's David, the Two Towers of Bologna, and the San Giorgio Bridge in Genoa have in common. To find out listen to today's fascinating podcast episode! And remember – share it with your friends! Teams of experts and engineers are using robotics and artificial intelligence to protect Italian monuments, sculptures, bridges and more. Experts are assessing the seismic resistance of Italy’s historic treasures and putting in place monitoring systems to constantly track their structural health and viability. What puts Italy's historic buildings, monuments, bridges, and sculptures at risk are a combination of normal wear and tear, plus vibration - often provoked by seismic activity. Listen for the details!