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over 1 year ago

👀💭 In #Herodotus’ Histories, an intriguing glimpse into the #construction of the #Egyptian #pyramids emerges as he describes a unique #ancient machine used to raise colossal stones tier by tier. #LeonardodaVinci’s codices, specifically in the #AtlanticCodex. #Megalithic #Egypt

Third_Eye_Seeks's tweet photo. 👀💭 In #Herodotus’ Histories, an intriguing glimpse into the #construction of the #Egyptian #pyramids emerges as he describes a unique #ancient machine used to raise colossal stones tier by tier. #LeonardodaVinci’s codices, specifically in the #AtlanticCodex. #Megalithic #Egypt https://t.co/iEFpSGss2Y

Third Eye Seeks 🪬 @Third_Eye_Seeks

over 1 year ago

👀💭 In #Herodotus’ Histories, an intriguing glimpse into the #construction of the #Egyptian #pyramids emerges as he describes a unique #ancient machine used to raise colossal stones tier by tier. #LeonardodaVinci’s codices, specifically in the #AtlanticCodex. #Megalithic #Egypt

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Third Eye Seeks 🪬 @Third_Eye_Seeks

over 1 year ago

👀💭 The technological Insights into #Pyramid Construction: Da Vinci’s Sketches Unveiled in #Herodotus’ an intriguing glimpse into the #construction of the Egyptian pyramids emerges as he describes a unique machine used to raise colossal stones tier by tier. #AtlanticCodex

Third Eye Seeks 🪬 @Third_Eye_Seeks

over 2 years ago

👀💭 The technological Insights into #Pyramid Construction: Da Vinci’s Sketches Unveiled. In #Herodotus’ Histories, an intriguing glimpse into the #construction of the Egyptian pyramids emerges as he describes a unique machine used to raise colossal stones tier by tier. Leonardo da Vinci’s codices, specifically in the #Atlantic Codex and Madrid I Codex, provide compelling drawings that mirror Herodotus’ account. The Short Plank Machine Da Vinci’s sketches depict a machine resembling Herodotus’ description—a light, maneuverable apparatus. The machine’s operation involves swinging a stone column back and forth, creating space for short planks underneath. Surprisingly, a scale model of this machine, tested in 2011, not only lifted a 300 kg concrete block but significantly reduced its weight, enabling a six-year-old to operate it. The Shaduf In addition to da Vinci’s insights, the #shaduf, employed in #Egypt from the 2nd millennium B.C., offers another perspective. This water-raising device utilized a counterweight system, demonstrating the #Egyptians’ familiarity with simple yet effective machinery. The Balance Scales System #Ancient #Egyptian drawings reveal the use of balance scales dating back to about 7000 years ago. These instruments, depicted in funeral papyri like the Book of the Dead, played a crucial role in determining the value of a person’s soul upon death, reflecting the spiritual significance attached to them. Technological Synergy in Pyramid Construction Considering the limitations of the shaduf for lifting massive #stones, a blend of human effort and mechanical engineering becomes evident. Ramps, pulleys, and slopes likely assisted in transporting stone blocks to the desired height, complemented by the short plank machine described by Herodotus. The Revolving Crane Da Vinci’s drawings of a crane, reminiscent of those developed by Filippo Brunelleschi for the Cathedral of Florence, suggest the medieval use of machines in construction. This revelation challenges conventional beliefs about the construction of #medieval towers, proposing the integration of cranes similar to those depicted in the Atlantic #Codex. The Odometer Beyond construction, Leonardo da Vinci’s innovative mind extended to transportation. His sketches of the odometer, inspired by Vitruvius, demonstrate advancements in measuring distance during the #Renaissance. This mechanical marvel, fixed to a cart’s axle, used toothed gears to drop pebbles into a container, providing an early solution for tracking mileage. In conclusion, Da Vinci’s sketches and the #historical context surrounding Egyptian technology shed light on the intricate methods employed in pyramid construction. From innovative machines to ancient tools, these insights enrich our understanding of the marvels of #engineering in #antiquity. #Megalithic #Archaeology #History #DaVinci #Archaeological #Persia #Egypt #Giza #Engineering #Art

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Third Eye Seeks 🪬 @Third_Eye_Seeks

over 1 year ago

👀💭 In #Herodotus’ Histories, an intriguing glimpse into the #construction of the #Egyptian #pyramids emerges as he describes a unique #ancient machine used to raise colossal stones tier by tier. #LeonardodaVinci’s codices, specifically in the #AtlanticCodex. #Megalithic #Egypt

Third Eye Seeks 🪬 @Third_Eye_Seeks

over 2 years ago

👀💭 The technological Insights into #Pyramid Construction: Da Vinci’s Sketches Unveiled. In #Herodotus’ Histories, an intriguing glimpse into the #construction of the Egyptian pyramids emerges as he describes a unique machine used to raise colossal stones tier by tier. Leonardo da Vinci’s codices, specifically in the #Atlantic Codex and Madrid I Codex, provide compelling drawings that mirror Herodotus’ account. The Short Plank Machine Da Vinci’s sketches depict a machine resembling Herodotus’ description—a light, maneuverable apparatus. The machine’s operation involves swinging a stone column back and forth, creating space for short planks underneath. Surprisingly, a scale model of this machine, tested in 2011, not only lifted a 300 kg concrete block but significantly reduced its weight, enabling a six-year-old to operate it. The Shaduf In addition to da Vinci’s insights, the #shaduf, employed in #Egypt from the 2nd millennium B.C., offers another perspective. This water-raising device utilized a counterweight system, demonstrating the #Egyptians’ familiarity with simple yet effective machinery. The Balance Scales System #Ancient #Egyptian drawings reveal the use of balance scales dating back to about 7000 years ago. These instruments, depicted in funeral papyri like the Book of the Dead, played a crucial role in determining the value of a person’s soul upon death, reflecting the spiritual significance attached to them. Technological Synergy in Pyramid Construction Considering the limitations of the shaduf for lifting massive #stones, a blend of human effort and mechanical engineering becomes evident. Ramps, pulleys, and slopes likely assisted in transporting stone blocks to the desired height, complemented by the short plank machine described by Herodotus. The Revolving Crane Da Vinci’s drawings of a crane, reminiscent of those developed by Filippo Brunelleschi for the Cathedral of Florence, suggest the medieval use of machines in construction. This revelation challenges conventional beliefs about the construction of #medieval towers, proposing the integration of cranes similar to those depicted in the Atlantic #Codex. The Odometer Beyond construction, Leonardo da Vinci’s innovative mind extended to transportation. His sketches of the odometer, inspired by Vitruvius, demonstrate advancements in measuring distance during the #Renaissance. This mechanical marvel, fixed to a cart’s axle, used toothed gears to drop pebbles into a container, providing an early solution for tracking mileage. In conclusion, Da Vinci’s sketches and the #historical context surrounding Egyptian technology shed light on the intricate methods employed in pyramid construction. From innovative machines to ancient tools, these insights enrich our understanding of the marvels of #engineering in #antiquity. #Megalithic #Archaeology #History #DaVinci #Archaeological #Persia

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milanoArte.net @milanoarte

over 4 years ago

Do you like #LeonardodaVinci? This is the best time to visit #Milan. It's not just the #LastSupper and the #AtlanticCodex at the @Ambrosiana1609 it's also a beautiful exhibition at #Sforza Castle! Discover what's going on, contact us at [email protected] Continue 2)