Quarrying Stone
As we research and assess the mystery of the astonishing megalithic architecture and sculpture of the ancients, we can’t help but reflect on the processes […]
Comparative Weights
Note this south podium stone from the temple of Baalbek in Lebanon. This is nearly identical to the weight of an Airbus A350 jet as
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Stone Density and Weight
In conducting research on megalithic building structures we frequently have a desire to determine the weight of stone construction blocks (ashlars) – aka megaliths. The
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Material Hardness
In the world of engineering, manufacturing and geology there exists several methods for identifying material hardness. Some test methods are typically used for metals; others