Electromagnetic Properties of the Great Pyramid Part 1

Peer-Reviewed Scientific Study Finds the Great Pyramid Amplifies Radio Waves

Beneath the shimmering heatwaves of the Giza plateau, the Great Pyramid stands as a timeless sentinel; haunting, enigmatic, and, according to some, potentially far more than an elaborate tomb. For centuries, it has been the subject of myths that range from sublime inspiration to sheer fantasy. But what happens when science, with all its precision and impartiality, takes a closer look at this ancient monolith?

In their groundbreaking 2018 paper, Electromagnetic Properties of the Great Pyramid: First Multipole Resonances and Energy Concentration, published in the Journal of Applied Physics, Andrey B. Evlyukhin (of Leibniz Universität Hannover) and team sought to answer that very question.¹

The Pyramid as a Resonant Cavity

This research mapped the pyramid’s structure with the hope of decoding a hidden language of electromagnetic resonance. The authors approached the Great Pyramid as a physical object with measurable electromagnetic properties. They theorized that, much like a carefully tuned antenna, the pyramid could resonate when exposed to electromagnetic waves within a specific range. Their primary focus was the radio frequency spectrum, with wavelengths between 200 and 600 meters—a range long enough to interact with large, structural forms rather than minuscule atomic lattices.

Utilizing CST Microwave Studio and COMSOL Multiphysics (both advanced simulation platforms for electromagnetic field modeling) the team constructed precise simulations of how electromagnetic waves scatter and concentrate around the pyramid. They then cross-validated their findings using the Discrete Dipole Approximation (DDA), a numerical method typically employed in the study of wave scattering by nanoparticles. This multipronged approach ensured scientific rigor while expanding the methodology beyond the traditional confines of small-scale optics.

What they discovered wasn’t just theoretically interesting; it was astounding.

The simulations revealed that the Great Pyramid displayed multipole resonances, which are distinct patterns of electromagnetic energy concentration. These resonances allowed the pyramid to "focus" incoming radio waves, funneling and amplifying energy within specific regions near its structure. In essence, the pyramid acted as a kind of energetic beacon, concentrating waves in ways that were far from coincidental. The authors were quick to note that this phenomenon mirrored the resonant behaviors observed in metal and dielectric nanoparticles studied in photonics—but on an architectural scale rather than a microscopic one.

Key findings indicated that the pyramid’s structural dimensions (and likely its very angles) enhanced its ability to form resonant standing waves, similar to the resonances inside a cathedral that amplify sound waves. But instead of acoustics, the Great Pyramid was concentrating electromagnetic energy (and very likely subtle energetic emanations as well, but that’s a topic for another article). This energy wasn’t randomly distributed; it "clustered" around specific nodal points, suggestive of deeper energetic harmonics aligned with the pyramid's geometric precision.

Resonance, Not Speculation

The authors made it clear that their goal was to dispel myths and "baseless assumptions" about the pyramid's properties. Yet in doing so, they validated a crucial truth often overlooked: myths themselves can encode fragments of scientific reality. Legends of pyramids as cosmic collectors of energy may have seemed fanciful, until now. By demonstrating the structure’s ability to focus and amplify electromagnetic waves, the study lends credence to the possibility that ancient builders created a form of architectural resonance that interacts directly with the electromagnetic environment.

Of particular note is the paper’s use of multipole decomposition, a method used to break down complex wave interactions into their constituent "multipoles," or resonant shapes. This technique, while commonplace in cutting-edge photonics, is rarely applied at the macro scale. The research showed that what holds true for nanoparticles can, with proper adjustments, be extended to monumental structures. The Great Pyramid became a bridge between two worlds: the nano-precision of modern optics and the massive scale of ancient architecture.

The Resonant Relationship Between Waves and Structure

To understand the pyramid’s electromagnetic behavior, we need to dive into the concept of induced polarization, which is the way the electric field of the wave causes charges within the pyramid to shift and oscillate. This polarization, represented mathematically as P, is crucial because it dictates how energy flows within and around the structure. The more efficiently the structure aligns with the external wave’s oscillation, the more energy it can absorb, scatter, or concentrate.

In layman’s terms, this is the physics of presence: how much "weight" the pyramid throws into the energy field by virtue of its very geometry and composition.

But scattering is only part of the story.

When a wave interacts with an object, the resulting scattering isn’t random noise; it’s highly structured. The pyramid, in this framework, acts like a musical instrument with multiple "voices," each representing a different multipole moment of scattering. Here are the primary interactions:

• Electric Dipole (ED): The simplest mode, akin to a tuning fork vibrating symmetrically in response to an impulse.

• Magnetic Dipole (MD): A secondary oscillation that adds complexity by involving rotational magnetic fields, much like the circular ripple pattern around a spinning stone.

• Electric Quadrupole (EQ) and Magnetic Quadrupole (MQ): Higher-order moments where the "shape" of the oscillation becomes more intricate, reflecting not just simple vibrations but interwoven patterns of field gradients and directional waves.

Each of these moments represents a level of detail in how the pyramid redirects energy. The team’s multipole decomposition equations, crafted with surgical precision, allow us to see these resonances as a sum of layered contributions rather than a homogeneous blur of interference. These higher-order effects become significant when the structure’s size is comparable to the wavelength of the incoming electromagnetic wave, a condition that the pyramid fulfills within the 200 to 600-meter wavelength range explored.

The Mathematics of Resonance

Traditional scattering models often assume that the object is much smaller than the wavelength of the interacting wave, allowing for simplified equations. But the Great Pyramid’s massive scale forces a departure from these assumptions and requires the use of expressions for multipole moments that operate beyond the long-wavelength approximation. This is where the paper’s innovation shines.

Rather than treating the pyramid like a passive wave receiver, the researchers mapped out how its geometry actively shaped the interaction. Using spherical Bessel functions, which are mathematical forms that describe wave patterns on spherical and cylindrical surfaces, they captured the intricate energy flow patterns that emerge as electric and magnetic fields converge within and around the pyramid. These Bessel functions essentially form the "fingerprints" of the wave behavior, showing how energy isn’t merely reflected or absorbed; it’s patterned, directed, and amplified.

The multipole presentation of its extinction and scattering cross-sections shows that it doesn’t just react passively—it reorganizes incoming energy, potentially creating zones of enhanced electromagnetic coherence.

If Dan Winter’s concept of a "gravity diode" frames the pyramid as a longitudinal wave amplifier, this study provides the hard numbers to back that claim.² The pyramid, through its specific dielectric properties and its physical dimensions, behaves as if it were built to manipulate the natural ebb and flow of energy around it.

There’s a lesson to be drawn here that goes beyond physics. A strategist, whether on the battlefield or in a boardroom, understands that terrain, angles, and timing aren’t just incidental; they’re decisive. The authors of this paper asked not merely, "What does this structure do?" but "How does it affect the flow of forces in its environment?" Their results suggest that the pyramid doesn’t merely stand—it shapes.

Electric and Magnetic Dialogues in the Pyramid

At the heart of the electromagnetic interaction lies the concept of permittivity, a measure of how a material responds to electric fields. The authors estimated the limestone blocks of the pyramid with a permittivity of ε=5+i0.1\varepsilon = 5 + i0.1ε=5+i0.1, reflecting minor absorption and slight variations based on environmental factors such as humidity and porosity. Though precise data from the Giza limestone was unavailable, this estimate was sufficient to produce reliable insights.

The electromagnetic simulations used an exact 3D model of the pyramid, including the King’s Chamber, positioned roughly 40.5 meters above the base and offset by 5 meters from the center axis. This inclusion was critical, as it allowed the study to reveal a phenomenon hinted at for centuries: the King's Chamber as an electromagnetic focal point for certain wavelengths.

Two distinct resonant wavelengths emerged in the simulations:

1. λ≈333 m: Resonance dominated by electric dipole (ED) and magnetic dipole (MD) contributions.

2. λ≈230 m: A multipole crescendo where electric and magnetic quadrupoles (MQ and EQ) join the resonance, creating a denser, more complex wave interference.

Interestingly, despite the structural symmetry, the incident wave’s direction mattered. When waves entered from the apex-to-base direction, the resonances favored field concentrations at the pyramid’s core, with magnetic fields pooling centrally and electric fields along the boundaries. In contrast, when waves entered from the base side, the fields shifted: the apex became the hotspot for electric field intensities, and the King’s Chamber lost its prominence as an energetic reservoir.

This "directional dependency" of the energy distribution suggests that the pyramid acts as a kind of selective resonator, inviting certain wave behaviors depending on the orientation of the incident energy.

One of the most compelling aspects of the simulations is the varying role of the King’s Chamber. For incident waves with longer wavelengths (λ≈333 m), the chamber becomes a locus of electric field amplification. However, as the wavelengths shorten to around λ≈230 m, the electric field intensifies further at the core, while the magnetic field signatures shift and "split" across the structure, indicating complex interference from higher-order multipoles.

Yet, when waves approached from the base side, the King’s Chamber played no significant role at any wavelength. Instead, the energy raced upward, collecting near the apex. This behavior demonstrates the chamber’s dependence on both the pyramid’s internal geometry and the incident wave’s direction—implying that the chamber’s energetic relevance is not fixed, but fluid.

The Pyramid as a Multipole Resonator: Overlapping Fields, Interwoven Forces

The multipole decomposition reveals that the pyramid doesn’t resonate as a monolithic block, but as a complex interference matrix of dipoles and quadrupoles. The electric dipole moments (ED) produce straightforward field alignments, while the magnetic quadrupoles (MQ) induce rotational magnetic fields that spiral and distort. This interaction forms a kind of energy “braiding” within the pyramid’s volume, producing regions of compression, null points, and surges.

The scattered waves reflect this internal complexity. Rather than dispersing uniformly, the waves emerge with redistributed energy patterns that vary based on the wavelength and initial direction. At longer wavelengths, the magnetic dipole’s influence dominates, creating deep field pools near the pyramid’s center. Shorter wavelengths excite more complex quadrupole structures, leading to finer, inhomogeneous field concentrations.

The apex of the pyramid becomes an energetic high ground under certain wave conditions. The simulations show that when waves approach from the base, the apex experiences concentrated electric field intensities across all tested wavelengths. This finding suggests that the pyramid’s upper geometry may have been designed to play a role in energy emission or reception.

The King’s Chamber, while celebrated for its mystique, may be only one part of a larger resonant design, where the entire structure participates in the dynamic choreography of electromagnetic interaction. The apex-centric resonances raise intriguing possibilities about the pyramid’s function as a collector or transmitter of directed energy, an idea that overlaps with theories of scalar wave propagation and coherent field generation.

1. Balezin, Mikhail & Baryshnikova, Kseniia & Kapitanova, Polina & Evlyukhin, Andrey. (2018). Electromagnetic properties of the Great Pyramid: First multipole resonances and energy concentration. Journal of Applied Physics. 124. 034903. 10.1063/1.5026556.

2. Video: Electrical Purpose of PYRAMIDs: The 'Hummer'/ 'Gravity Diode' - with Dan Winter and Sam Osmanagich