Abstract
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING IN ANCIENT EGYPT, PART 47: STATUETTES OF SCARABS
Dr. (Prof.) Galal Ali Hassaan*
ABSTRACT
This is the 47th research paper exploring the evolution of Mechanical Engineering in Ancient Egypt. The paper investigates the production of scarab statuettes in ancient Egypt during the Predynastic and Dynastic Periods. The design of scarab statuettes, the used materials, date and present location are investigated. The analysis outlined the degree of sophistication of the used mechanical technology producing amazing scarab statuettes and applications using different materials available in the ancient Egyptian society.
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