## 3 Applications
### Three-Dimensional Printing Applications in Cultural Heritage Field
The technology has also been used to create interactive displays, allowing visitors to see and touch 3D-printed models of objects from the museum's collection. Additionally, the British Museum has used 3D printing to create research tools, such as replica bones for scientists studying human evolution, and to create educational resources, such as hands-on models for school groups. The British Museum's use of 3D printing enhances the visitor experience and further assists in promoting cultural heritage. Figure 9 depicts a 3D-printed replica of a part of its collection, derived from a 3D scan [89; 90]. In a similar documented case in Italy, a team of researchers used 3D printing to create a replica of a 2500-year-old Etruscan chariot, which was found buried in a tomb in the ancient city of Tarquinia. The replica was used for educational purposes and is currently on display at the National Etruscan Museum in Rome. The discovery of an Etruscan chariot buried in a tomb in the ancient city of Tarquinia in Italy has been made even more exciting through the use of 3D printing technology. Using the data collected from scans of the chariot, a highly detailed and accurate 3D-printed model was created, providing researchers with a new tool for studying the ancient artifact. The 3D-printed chariot also offers a unique educational opportunity, allowing students and visitors to see and touch a replica of the chariot without having to handle the fragile original artifact. The 3D printing of the Etruscan chariot has helped to bring this piece of history to life and has added to our understanding of the culture and technology of the ancient Etruscans [91; 92]. Moreover, in Egypt, the Ministry of Antiquities used 3D printing to create a replica of a 3500-year-old statue of [PERSON], which was found in the temple of Aten in Luxor. The replica was made available for public viewing and educational purposes. [PERSON] Luxor is a statue that was created using 3D printing technology. This method of production allows for intricate details and precision in the design, resulting in a highly accurate representation of the ancient Egyptian pharaoh. The statue stands at a remarkable height, capturing the regal presence of [PERSON]. The use of 3D printing made it possible to recreate this piece of history in a way that was previously impossible using traditional manufacturing methods [93; 94]. In addition, the Smithsonian Institution's Digitization Program Office used 3D printing to create a replica of the Wright Brothers 1903 Flyer, the first successful powered aircraft. The replica was used for research, exhibition, and educational purposes. The Wright Brothers, [PERSON] and Wilbur, are widely recognized as the pioneers of powered flight. On 17 December 1903, the brothers took to the skies in their Flyer, making history with the first successful manned flight. This flight lasted just 12 s and covered a distance of 120 feet, but it was a monumental moment that changed the course of human history. Over the following years, the Wright Brothers continued to refine their design, eventually leading to the development of practical, usable aircraft. The Smithsonian Institution made it possible for people to experience the 1903 Flyer in a new way, through the use of 3D printing technology. This technology allows for the creation of highly detailed, accurate replicas of the Flyer, providing a unique opportunity to study and appreciate this historic machine. The 3D-printed model is a testament to the ingenuity of the Wright Brothers and the transformative power of technological innovation. By making the 1903 Flyer available as a 3D print, the Smithsonian is preserving this important piece of history for future generations. It also allows people who might not have the opportunity to visit the original Flyer, which is housed at the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum, to have a tangible, three-dimensional representation of this remarkable machine. Figure 10 depicts the 3D-printed replica of the Wright Brothers 1903 Flyer, derived from a 3D scan [95; 96].