Cambridge University Uses Tech to Unfold a Fragile 16th-Century Manuscript

A team at Cambridge University Library faced a challenge: a fragile, folded 16th-century manuscript fragment. Instead of risking damage through traditional methods, they used cutting-edge technology. Multispectral imaging, computed tomography (CT) scanning, and 3D modeling allowed for virtual unfolding and digitization. This preserved the historical artifact and revealed 16th-century archival binding techniques, showcasing a groundbreaking approach in digital humanities.