为壁画“看病”，给文物远程“会诊” 科技如何助力敦煌文物数字化保护？

Core Viewpoint - The collaboration between Tencent and Dunhuang Research Academy aims to leverage AI technology for the preservation and restoration of the Dunhuang Mogao Caves' murals, addressing the increasing damage caused by environmental factors and human activities [1][5][6]. Group 1: Collaboration and Technology - Tencent and Dunhuang Research Academy signed a three-year strategic cooperation agreement to form a joint working group that will introduce AI damage recognition technology and immersive remote consultation technology for mural preservation [1][6]. - The partnership will enhance cultural exchanges with overseas institutions and promote the digital presentation and dissemination of the Dunhuang artifacts [1][6][8]. Group 2: Current Challenges - The Mogao Caves contain over 735 caves and 45,000 square meters of murals, with more than half of the murals affected by "sulfur disease," a condition that causes paint to flake and murals to deteriorate [5][6]. - The increasing number of tourists and changing climate conditions have exacerbated the damage to the murals, making preservation efforts more urgent [5][6]. Group 3: Digital Preservation Efforts - The "Digital Dunhuang" project aims to achieve permanent preservation and sustainable use of the Dunhuang cave art through digital technology, which has been in development for over 30 years [6][8]. - The digitalization process is labor-intensive, with current efforts having only digitized around 200 out of 700 caves, but advancements in technology are expected to accelerate this process [7][8]. Group 4: Future Plans - The collaboration will also focus on digitizing artifacts from the Dunhuang caves that have been lost to foreign countries, allowing researchers and enthusiasts to access these items digitally [8]. - Future exhibitions and dialogues with museums along the Silk Road will expand the reach of Dunhuang's cultural heritage [8].