Speaking Across Time with Da Vinci
An AI-powered interactive experience with historical figures
“Speaking Across Time with Da Vinci” explores the fusion of art and science through AI, enabling meaningful dialogues between historical wisdom and contemporary perspectives.
Project Overview
This interdisciplinary project creates an innovative dialogue between Leonardo da Vinci and modern students, demonstrating the seamless integration of art and technology. Through advanced AI technologies, we bridge centuries of knowledge exchange.
Project demonstration video
Left: Interactive dialogue session with Da Vinci; Right: Students engaging in a group discussion with the virtual mentor
Key Features
- Interactive Dialogue System: Real-time conversations with a digitally recreated da Vinci
- Multi-modal Integration: Combines visual, audio, and textual interactions
- Historical Accuracy: Carefully curated responses based on da Vinci’s writings and philosophy
- Educational Value: Bridges historical knowledge with contemporary learning
Technical Implementation
The project leverages state-of-the-art AI technologies:
| Component | Technology |
|---|---|
| Motion Capture | Advanced facial and body tracking |
| Voice Synthesis | Neural network-based audio generation |
| 3D Modeling | Realistic character visualization |
| AIGC | Background and environment generation |
Research Team
Principal Investigators
- Prof. Sai Ma - Academy of Arts & Design, Tsinghua University
- Prof. Yingqing Xu - Tsinghua University Future Lab
Core Team
- Qinyi Zhou* - Project Lead
- Jie Deng* - Technical Implementation
- Chenzhuo Xiang* - User Experience Design
- Qingyuan Shi* - Digital Innovation
- indicates corresponding author
Exhibitions & Awards
🖼️ Xiamen Design & Art Week 2024
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