This paper presents a new theory for the construction of the Great Pyramid of Giza, designated "The Theory of The Conjoint Solution and The Shrinking Dual L Notch Ramps." The theory proposes that the pyramid was constructed using dual helical ramps integrated directly into the pyramid's own sides. The ramps were created through a process of "incomplete construction" - deliberately omitting stones along the sides of the pyramid to create the ramp channels. These ramp channels were subsequently backfilled with the missing stones upon completion of the pyramid - starting from from the highest level and working downwards. The theory resolves the prinicipal objections to all prior proposed construction methods - exterior ramp theories require a ramp structure exceeding the volume of the pyramid itself; internal tunnel ramp theories create logistical constrains including ventilation failures, darkness and bidirectional traffic impossibility. The "omit and backfill" mechanism advanced here provides a coherent explanation for the complete absense of any physical evidence of the construction method. Once the missing stones were placed, the ramp system ceased to exist. The paper also addresses stone transport logistics including sled geometry for the largest stones (estimated 25 feet in length), ramp dimensions (10 feet wide, 8-10 degree slope), worker traffic management via dual ascending and descending ramps, corner transition geometry using curved L Notch profiles, and the precision finishing sequence during the backfilling phase. Finally, the paper provides a unique, compelling solution to the quesiton as to why smaller stones were used at the higher courses and this solution itself provides indirect evidence of the proposed theory. A second stronger evidence of this theory is provided in answering yet another question that has never before been addressed - what were the implications of using smaller stones at the higher courses for the architects of the pyramids and, crucially, for the planned timeline of completion of construction. The theory was first published at www.HTPWB.com on October 11th, 2024, and was covered by several newswire services and around 200 media publications. The full paper can be read and downloaded, as well as examples of media coverage seen, at the website dedicated to this research www.HTPWB.com - an acronym for 'How The Pyramids Were Built'.
Rajan Hooda (Fri,) studied this question.