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Secret of how Egypt’s Great Pyramid was built may finally have been solved
- A Nature study proposes a multi-channel ramp built into the pyramid’s edges could explain construction logistics.
- The model describes a spiral ramp that was covered up as each new layer was added.
- Simulations estimate blocks could be placed every four to six minutes, yielding a 13.8–20.6 year build window.
- With quarrying and transport included, the total timeline could reach 20–27 years.
- The approach cites Hatnub quarries and the Sinki pyramid as supporting evidence for internal ramps.
- The theory also addresses how granite beams could reach the King's Chamber using short, reusable ramps.
- The model aligns with wear patterns at pyramid corners and anomalies from ScanPyramids.
- The researchers propose the ramp as a central feature, with sections of outer layers opened and later filled in.
- Experts suggest the design could be tested for other ancient structures.
- The study builds on a broader discussion about ancient Egypt’s engineering methods.
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