National Park Service and Autodesk Carry Out First Comprehensive Digital Survey to Preserve the USS Arizona and Memorial

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HONOLULU–(BUSINESS WIRE)–In celebration of U.S. military veterans, the National Park Service (NPS) and Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK), collaborated to host a press event today, revealing the initial findings from the first in-depth survey of the USS Arizona and its memorial in 30 years, along with new 3D models.

This project aligns perfectly with Autodesk’s mission to empower people to imagine, design, and create a better future. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, the survey aims to enhance historical preservation and public education. Expected to be completed later this year, the initiative will offer the public an unprecedented view of this iconic site, while also supporting the long-term conservation of the ship.

At the Memorial Day event, a 3D-printed model of the USS Arizona was on display, showcasing details that had never been seen before in physical form. Additionally, highly detailed 3D models of a cooking pot and a Coke bottle—both still resting in the ship’s galley for over 70 years—were also presented. These models included intricate textures, colors, and even barnacles on the cooking pot. The NPS and Autodesk aim to complete a full 3D model of the entire ship by the end of the year.

“This kind of technology brings the legacy of the USS Arizona to life in ways we couldn’t have imagined before,” said Paul DePrey, Superintendent of the National Park Service. “As stewards of this important historical site, our goal is to share the story of December 7th with generations to come. These 3D models allow people to see and touch accurate representations, which will be vital for our educational programs.”

Also present at the event was Don Stratton, a 92-year-old survivor of the attack on the USS Arizona. He is one of only nine remaining survivors and one of just a few hundred who managed to escape that day. At 19, he and six other crew members crossed a burning deck on a rope to reach the USS Vestal. Stratton suffered severe burns across 70% of his body.

When shown the 3D model of the cooking pot for the first time, Stratton remarked, “That’s incredible. I don’t think anyone from the galley made it out that day. It was all about survival at the time. Afterward, going back wasn’t easy. Now, remembering feels a bit easier. I believe these 3D artifacts will really resonate with many people.”

Stratton’s son, Randy, added, “These artifacts can’t be replaced. They represent the start and end of the war, and the fact that there’s still life aboard the Arizona.”

Don Stratton concluded, “I hope people remember all the shipmates still on board the Arizona. And I hope they remember those who gave their lives for this great country.”

Approximately 900 of the 1,777 service members who died on the USS Arizona are still onboard. Therefore, any work conducted must be done with extreme care and respect. To achieve this, the NPS is leading the effort to create a highly accurate 3D digital representation of the ship, using minimal disturbance. Technologies such as reality computing, underwater photogrammetry, subsea LiDAR, high-resolution SONAR, and above-water laser scanning are being used to study and analyze the site without damaging the historic vessel.

“The USS Arizona Memorial is a crucial yet fragile part of our history,” said Brian Mathews, Vice President at Autodesk. “Reality Computing bridges the physical and digital worlds, and we see great potential in helping the NPS and preservationists worldwide capture, analyze, and share these stories for future generations.”

The project involved several partners, including HDR, Sam Hirota, Inc., Oceanic Imaging Consultants, Inc., 3DatDepth, Shark Marine Technologies, Inc., the U.S. Coast Guard, and the U.S. Navy Mobile Diving Salvage Unit One.

About World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument

This monument, one of nearly 400 units within the National Park Service, preserves and interprets the stories of the Pacific War, including the events at Pearl Harbor, the internment of Japanese Americans, the battles in the Aleutians, and the occupation of Japan. This year, over 1.7 million visitors are expected at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center, making it the most visited destination in Hawaii. Learn more at www.nps.gov/valr.

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