Posted 1/29/2024, 12:05:00 PM
Ancient Talim Code Revitalized with AI to Preserve Kashmir's Prized Carpet Craft
- Ancient symbolic talim code used for centuries to design Kashmir's handwoven rugs and relay weaving instructions
- Computer software now handles design and talim code creation, allowing whole carpet view and accelerating process
- Artificial intelligence being trained to understand talim code, further speeding up manufacturing
- Innovation needed for Indian rug industry to compete with China, Turkey; new materials and tech introduced
- Official tagging system helps verify authentic Kashmiri carpets, revitalizing endangered handweaving craft