“Bille” is the first-ever monostable tetrahedron, or a pyramid-like shape with four triangular faces that has one stable ...

A team of researchers has successfully built a strange four-faced pyramid named Bille that always lands on the same face—no ...

In their latest attempt, researchers have proposed a stunning theory, which states that a form of hydraulic lift was used in the construction of the 4,600-year-old Egyptian pyramid.

General view of the Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqâra on February 9, 2024 in Giza, Egypt. Getty Images. The main pieces of evidence supporting the hydraulic theory were the discovery of a "dry ...

CHICAGO, IL – Rajan Hooda, at the University of Chicago, has unveiled a groundbreaking theory on how the ancient Egyptians built the pyramids, providing new insights into one of history’s ...

For years, Egyptologists have hotly debated how the massive pyramids of ancient Egypt were built more than 4,000 years ago. Now, a team of engineers and geologists brings a new theory to the table — a ...

A team of engineers suggests a new theory on how Egypt’s first pyramid was built — a water elevator used to float heavy stones through the middle of the structure.

Engineers have a new theory on how Egypt's first pyramid was built A new study theorizes that ancient Egyptians constructed the world's first pyramid using much more advanced technology than ...

Was Egypt’s first pyramid built with hydraulics? The theory may hold water. A water-powered elevator may have hoisted stones for King Djoser’s pyramid.

A team of engineers suggests a new theory on how Egypt’s first pyramid was built — a water elevator used to float heavy stones through the middle of the structure.