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Great Pyramid Construction: In-situ Casting of Composite Blocks

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Last updated: 28 Dec 2024

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Historical and traditional building techniques

Abstract

The construction of the Great Pyramid of Giza continues to intrigue scholars into the 21st century. This study explores the hypothesis that the Ancient Egyptians used an in-situ casting method with man-made composite blocks, challenging the traditional theory of transporting and assembling quarried stone blocks. Through a two-phased approach combining material analysis and empirical research, this study sheds new light on the construction techniques employed by the Ancient Egyptians. The findings reveal the remarkable ingenuity, skill, and coordination required for the pyramid's construction, challenging long-held assumptions. Evidence suggests that casting composite blocks on-site was feasible, with the incorporation of sand significantly enhancing the mechanical properties of the blocks. While the study provides compelling insights, it acknowledges limitations in the experimental scope and calls for further interdisciplinary research to fully validate the hypothesis. This research contributes to the ongoing debate on ancient construction methods and offers practical implications for modern construction practices aimed at optimizing material use and structural efficiency.

DOI

10.21608/ijmsac.2024.325475.1039

Keywords

Great Pyramid, Ancient Egyptians, Construction, Blocks, Mould

Authors

First Name

Reem

Last Name

BAKIR

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Affiliation

Architectural Department, Faculty of Engineering, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt.

Email

rbakir7@eng.cu.edu.eg

City

CAIRO

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First Name

Rasha

Last Name

Bakir

MiddleName

-

Affiliation

Architectural Department, Faculty of Engineering, Cairo University, Giza, Egypt.

Email

r.bakir13@eng.cu.edu.eg

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First Name

Ahmed

Last Name

Bakir

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-

Affiliation

Communication Department, Cairo University

Email

ahmed.h.bakir@hotmail.com

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-

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Volume

7

Article Issue

1

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49158

Issue Date

2024-06-01

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2024-10-02

Publish Date

2024-06-01

Page Start

54

Page End

66

Print ISSN

2735-4407

Online ISSN

2735-4415

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https://ijmsac.journals.ekb.eg/article_397356.html

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1,993

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Publication Title

International Journal of Multidisciplinary Studies in Architecture and Cultural Heritage

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https://ijmsac.journals.ekb.eg/

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Great Pyramid Construction: In-situ Casting of Composite Blocks

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28 Dec 2024