UTILISING SMART TECHNOLOGY FOR HERITAGE PRESERVATION: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW CASE STUDY MALAYSIA AND TÜRKIYE
Abstract
Conventional heritage preservation faces physical, social and technical challenges. This systematic review examines the use of smart technology to overcome those challenges through a case study and rapid reviews comparing the heritage preservation method in Malaysia and Türkiye. Given both generic and Islamic-specific contexts of the two countries' comparison, the study aims to understand how well both countries attempt to resolve conventional heritage preservation using several smart technologies applications using augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), the Internet of Things (IoT), and drone technology. The finding carefully outlined the benefits, challenges, and limitations of smart technology techniques for better smart heritage governance direction in the future. It highlighted their significant role in smart heritage initiatives, including robotics, automation, 5G, and augmented reality in museums. These technologies enhance safety, prevent damage, and provide immersive learning experiences, helping policymakers and historical preservationists better understand the potential of smart technology.