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3D Printing and Geopolymers

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On March 22, 2015

In geopolymer, jacques fresco, joseph davidovits

It is exciting to learn about the potential of geopolymers as an important construction material to be used in 3D printers. If the perfect geopolymer mixture, designed for 3D printing on an industrial scale, structures of any shape and design can be easily produced. And these structures will have extreme durability, efficiency, low cost, and load bearing strength. Perhaps we will construct modern day pyramids out of such a technology.

Jacques Fresco

Jacques Fresco

The still standing ancient structures at Giza, the Great Pyramids, are a standing testament to the durability and strength of geopolymer material designed to perfection.  It is incredible that a technology developed by ancient humans (Egyptians and possibly Mesopotamians) will be the future of modern construction design. It really shows you the important of sharing and preserving information.

Source: http://www.philipcoppens.com/davidovits.html

Source: http://www.philipcoppens.com/davidovits.html

Geopolymer Possibilities

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On May 31, 2014

In Egypt, geopolymer, thoughts

With the invention of geoploymers, people now have the ability to cast any shape with extremely hard stone; and even craft the wondrous sculptures and items of ancient Egypt. There are several videos on YouTube displaying current experiments with 3-D printing and geopolymers. Once 3-D printers master the art of printing with geopolymers, humans will have an amazing tool for mass producing structures on par with those of ancient Egypt.

With the right geoploymer mixture, one can remake the beautiful Egyptian vases and busts made of diorite and quartzite. First, import the model of an artifact into a computer using common engineering software such as CAD. Then produce a mold and fill with the desired geopolymer. A company could market these items for a decent price and they would be available for everyone to enjoy. For a little more money, you could add inlaid eyes of lapis lazuli; for the more wealthy, even include pure gold.

Other geopolymer possibilities include:

Desalinization of water through ion exchange; geopolymer development for moon base and other extraterrestrial structures; repairing ancient monuments; fire resistant building materials; concrete ships; durable highway and bridge construction; Margaret Morris suggests radioactive disposal; and more…

I would suggest that we rebuild the three pyramids at Giza to their original appearance with the geopolymer techniques. However, I fear that the Egyptian authorities will not allow it. If that is the case then I propose building the three pyramids in Las Vegas. It would be both an architectural and engineering wonder and a beautiful monument dedicated to the people who helped develop civilization.

The Great Pyramid Secret – Margaret Morris

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On May 31, 2014

In anthropology, book, Egypt, geopolymer, history, joseph davidovits, margaret morris, pyramid

If you enjoyed Joseph Davidovits’ book, Why the Pharaohs Built the Pyramids with Fake Stones, then you will definitely find Margaret Morris’ book, The Great Pyramid Secret to be equally thrilling. In my opinion, it goes into more detail and depth than Davidovits’ book. Both are worth a read.

It’s becoming increasingly clear that their ideas explain the key to the success of the Egyptians in building objects from diorite, hard limestone, quartizite, etc… The simple, but elegant solution of Geopolymers.

I think Jean-Pierre Houdin’s theory about the spiral ramp would be perfect, except change his theory from carved rocks to agglomerated stones.

Why the Pharaohs Built the Pyramids with Fake Stones – Joseph Davidovits

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On May 19, 2014

In ancient, anthropology, book, Egypt, geopolymer, history, joseph davidovits, margaret morris, pyramid, website

While reading The Pyramids: An Enigma Solved, by Joseph Davidovits and Margaret Morris, I was immediately impressed by the seemingly simple, yet controversial suggestion that the pyramids were built from artificial, synthetic stones. Who would have thought?!?! Davidovits’ argument, evidence, and overall logic for Egypt’s Old Kingdom construction of sacred tombs and statues from geopolymeric stone (similar to concrete) convinces me that we have answered the question, “How were the pyramids built?” Warning! I am no Egyptologist, however, the evidence exists and the pieces of the puzzle fit nicely into place. Both in terms of the physical construction and the religious aspects of Khnum vs. Amun. The Old Kingdom Egyptians were master alchemists and could create high quality artificial stones thanks to their excellent skills and suitable geology/environment. Davidovits provides more details, examples, and experiments in his second book, Why the Pharaohs Built the Pyramids with Fake Stones.

There are several videos and more information at the Geopolymer Institute.

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