This working paper evaluates a conservative mechanical optimization scenario for the construction logistics of the Khufu pyramid: partial integration of a natural limestone bedrock hillock (~20% in situ) and lateral East/West management of terrain-regularization debris. The study does not challenge the standard archaeological model (quarries + ramps + hauling). It isolates the energetic implications of leaving part of the structure in situ at low altitude and quantifies the gravitational potential energy reduction under conservative hauling assumptions. Estimated lifting-phase reduction: ~2–3% (order of magnitude: several 10⁵ man-days). The hypothesis is explicitly falsifiable via: Stratigraphic drilling GPR / ERT geophysical surveys Volumetric consistency with the southern quarry All computational scripts are provided under MIT license.
Charlemagne Oreste Laurince (Thu,) studied this question.